Head of Data – Publicis Media Africa

Publicis Groupe
Full-time Johannesburg, South Africa other-general
Posted:
February 23, 2026
Location:
Johannesburg, South Africa, South Africa

Job Description

**Overview**

Role Purpose

The Head of Data will serve as the regional champion for Publicis Groupe’s global data, identity, and governance products — including the Connected ID framework, and Groupe-wide AI and data platforms.

This is a hands-on, entrepreneurial individual-contributor role focused on enriching, expanding, and operationalizing global assets within the African context. The role bridges global product teams and local market execution — ensuring African data partnerships, regulatory realities, and audience behaviors are fully reflected in Groupe systems and activation strategies.

**Responsibilities**

Key Responsibilities

1. Regional Data Champion & Integration

+ Act as the custodian and evangelist for Groupe global data products, ensuring their effective use across South Africa and the continent.
+ Translate global frameworks into local activation roadmaps for planners, strategists, and buyers.
+ Ensure ...

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Job Overview

Job Type: Full-time
Location: Johannesburg, South Africa
Posted: February 23, 2026
Deadline: March 06, 2026