Data Governance Workshop
Join our upcoming workshop to learn, connect, and grow with industry experts.
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Workshop Details
From: May 2, 2026 – To: June 27, 2026
Time: 9 AM-12:00 PM
Platform: Microsoft Teams
Amount: KES 25,000
About this Workshop
Data Governance Course Outline: Weekly Breakdown
Course Overview
Data Governance is the bridge between raw information and strategic intelligence. This course provides a structured path for professionals to move beyond operational data handling and into the realm of strategic asset management. We focus heavily on the local landscape, ensuring every participant understands their obligations under the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC) while remaining competitive in a global, AI-driven market.
Learning Objectives
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Design a formal governance framework tailored to your organization’s size and risk profile.
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Execute mandatory compliance tasks, including Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIA).
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Bridge the gap between technical teams and executive leadership by clearly defining roles and responsibilities.
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Evaluate and select the right technology stack to automate data quality and security.
Key Takeaways
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Practical Frameworks: A library of templates for policies, RACI charts, and data retention schedules.
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Legal Expertise: In-depth understanding of the KDPA 2019 and how it interacts with global standards like GDPR.
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Future-Proofing: Strategies to govern emerging AI technologies and large-scale digital ID systems.
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Professional Recognition: A certificate of completion validating your expertise in Data Governance and Strategic Risk Management.
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Project Task description |
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Week |
Date |
Theme |
Modules Covered |
Key Focus Areas |
Assignment title |
Task Description |
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1 |
May 2, 2026 |
Introduction, Foundations & Local Context |
1 & 2 |
Introduction to Data Governance (DG) Strategic value of DG vs. Management The Kenyan Data Protection Act (KDPA) and Data Subject Rights. |
The Pitch & Case for Governance |
Select a real or fictitious company (e.g., a Kenyan FinTech, a regional retail chain, or a public health agency). Write a 1-page brief describing the organization and a Value Proposition outlining three specific ways DG will improve its operations or mitigate risk. |
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2 |
May 9, 2026 |
People & Accountability |
3 & 4 |
Defining Stewards, Owners, and Sponsors. Building the Governance Council and RACI matrices. |
Designing the Governance Org Chart |
Create a RACI Matrix for your chosen company. Identify who would serve as the Executive Sponsor, who the Data Owners would be for key domains (e.g., Customer Data), and draft a simple Charter for your Data Governance Council. |
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3 |
May 16, 2026 |
Lifecycle & Risk |
5 & 6 |
Managing data from creation to disposal. Conducting DPIAs and handling 72-hour breach notifications. |
Lifecycle & Compliance Audit |
Map the Data Lifecycle for one critical data asset (e.g., patient records or transaction logs). Draft a Breach Notification Protocol specifically aligned with the KDPA’s 72-hour reporting requirement for your organization. |
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4 |
May 23, 2026 |
Tooling & Architecture |
7 & 8 |
Metadata management and Data Catalogs. Transitioning to Federated Governance and Data Mesh models. |
The DG Tech Stack Proposal |
Research and select two categories of tools (e.g., a Data Catalog and a Quality Profiling tool) that fit your company’s budget and scale. Justify your choice based on the company’s specific technical needs. |
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5 |
May 30, 2026 |
Strategy & Global GRC (Governance, Risks & Compliance) |
9 & 10 |
Data asset valuation (GAIP). Navigating GDPR, cross-border transfers, and data localization mandates. |
Strategic Asset Valuation |
Apply a Data Valuation method to a specific dataset in your company. Write a brief Cross-Border Transfer Policy if your company were to expand from Kenya into another African region (e.g., Rwanda or Nigeria). |
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6 |
June 6, 2026 |
AI & Future Readiness |
11 |
Governing AI/ML models. Ethical data use. Addressing Digital ID challenges (Maisha Namba) and KPIs. |
AI & Future Readiness Plan |
Identify one area where your company could use AI/ML (e.g., fraud detection). Draft an Ethics & Bias Checklist for that use case and define three KPIs to measure the success of your DG program. |
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7 |
June 13, 2026 |
Project Development |
Evaluation Phase |
Dedicated workshop for drafting your Governance Roadmap and finalizing your Capstone project. |
Project Development |
Consolidate assignments 1–6 into a cohesive Data Governance Roadmap. Participate in peer review sessions to refine your framework before the final showcase. |
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8 |
June 27, 2026 |
Showcase & Certification |
Evaluation Phase |
Final presentations of participant frameworks followed by the official certification ceremony. |
Final Presentation |
Deliver a 10-minute presentation of your Roadmap to the cohort. Defend your governance decisions and receive your certification. |
Why Join This Cohort?
We don't just teach theory. Together, we’ll go beyond terminology to understand how Data Governance helps you shape data quality, structure organizational problems, and find clarity in a high-stakes regulatory environment. Each Saturday session is an interactive deep dive that blends lecture with practical exercises. You will work on real-world scenarios that prepare you to handle data integrity and security in a high-stakes environment.
Eliud Nduati
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/3liud