Data Management Specialist

Join Early Years - the organisation for young children as Data Management Specialist

Location: Early Years Headquarters, Belfast, BT12 6TA

Hours: 37 hours per week

Tenure: 12 Months

Salary: Points 29-32 (£40,443.90 - £43,532.22) per annum, pro-rata

Do you have a passion for making a meaningful impact in early childhood education?

Do you believe in the power of play to unlock potential?

Be part of our team and help shape the futures of children by fostering growth and learning through purposeful opportunities.

At Early Years, we are committed to fostering growth for both the children and our staff. Joining means an opportunity to enhance your skills, make a meaningful difference, and collaborate with a team that upholds dedication, compassion, and excellence in early years care and education.

In return, Early Years provides a comprehensive rewards package, including a competitive salary, 36 days of annual leave (pro-rata), inclusive of statutory/public holidays, a contributory pension scheme, options to purchase additional leave, and access to healthcare schemes.

The role

The post-holder will be a member of Early Years' GDPR, Data Management & Cyber Security Working Group (the 'DM Group'), and will contribute to the continuing development of the organisation's approach to GDPR, Data Management & Cyber Security and prioritisation of actions.

We're looking for people who:

At the closing date have:

Essential criteria

• A degree in in a relevant discipline - such as Information Management, Information Technology, Business Administration.
• At least 2 years' of organisational-level responsibility for data management processes.
• A proven track record of effectively and sustainably implementing data management processes across multiple departments.

Desirable criteria

• Understanding of UK and EU data privacy laws and regulatory standards.
• Knowledge of funder requirements for record maintenance.
• Experience of the sensitivity of working with personal data relating to children.

To find out more about the role and to apply, visit our website by clicking the Apply button below.

The closing date for receipt of completed applications is Wednesday 8 July 2026.

For shortlisted applicants it is anticipated that interviews will take place on Wednesday 22 July 2026.

Early Years is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to providing flexible friendly working conditions. As Protestants and males are currently known to be under-represented in the Organisation, we would particularly welcome applications from these groups.