Data Protection Officer - French Speaking - Master Data Lifecycle Steward

SOCOTEC Vietnam is a technical support platform for the SOCOTEC Group providing expert services on a range of projects in testing, inspection and certification (TIC) in the construction and infrastructure sectors. Around the globe, more than 15,000 experts in 26 countries across 5 continents deliver professional services in construction, buildings & real estate, infrastructures, environment & safety and certification.

We are currently expanding our IT&SOFTWAR SERVICES and are looking for a Data Protection Officer to join our growing team and help deliver high quality projects to our clients.

Data Quality Management

•     Perform individual and bulk data corrections across reference data repositories (customer / supplier accounts and contacts, internal organizational structures …)

•     Monitor data quality metrics and identify anomalies or inconsistencies

•     Implement data validation rules and quality controls, which involves being accountable for the validation of some client account data creations or updates.

•     Ensure compliance with data governance standards and policies

Analysis & Problem-Solving

•     Conduct in-depth analysis of data quality issues using Excel and other analytical tools

•     Identify root causes of data quality problems and recommend sustainable solutions

•     Develop data quality reports and dashboards for management review

•     Track and document data quality improvements over time

Stakeholder Collaboration

•    Act as the primary point of contact for reference data quality matters

•     Collaborate with business units, IT teams, and data owners to resolve data issues

•     Facilitate workshops and meetings to define data quality requirements

•     Provide guidance and training to end-users on data entry best practices

Data Governance

•     Contribute to the development and implementation of data governance standards and policies

• Participate in data governance committees and working groups
• Support the establishment of data quality frameworks and best practices
• Ensure alignment between operational activities and governance requirements

Continuous Improvement

• Proactively propose enhancements to data management processes and procedures
• Participate in data governance initiatives and working groups
• Contribute to the development of data quality frameworks and methodologies
• Stay informed of industry best practices and emerging trends in data management

 

 

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Business Administration, or related field
• 2-4 years of experience in data management, data quality, or similar role
• Proven experience working with reference/master data in enterprise systems

Technical Skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data analysis functions)
• Strong understanding of data quality concepts and methodologies
• Familiarity with master data management (MDM) principles
• Experience with data profiling and cleansing tools (desirable)
• Basic SQL knowledge (advantageous)

Language Requirements

• Fluency in French is mandatory
• English proficiency is highly desirable

Soft Skills

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Effective communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Proactive mindset with a continuous improvement orientation
• Good organizational and documentation skills

• Attractive salary and bonus with annual revision 
• Compulsory insurance pay as gross monthly salary
• 42 hours per week (30 minute early finish every Friday), flexible working hours options
• 15 annual leave days (Women) & 13 annual leave days (Men) - increasing with length of service & seniority, 15 working from home days each year
• Team-building activities, Sport Clubs 
• Cooperation with colleagues around the world in a leading global group 
• Strong team spirit in an entrepreneurial environment of a growing company 
• People values, social responsibility, and sustainability. 
• Opportunities for self-development and career advancement 
• Internal training courses (technical, foreign language, soft skills)