Data Protection Officer

Role & responsibilities

• Lead the GDPR implementation and compliance efforts across the organization.
• Conduct thorough GDPR risk assessments and impact analyses.
• Develop and implement GDPR compliance policies and procedures.
• Train and educate staff on GDPR requirements and best practices.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance.
• Monitor data protection compliance and data processing activities.
• Manage data breach response and reporting procedures.
• Perform regular audits to ensure ongoing GDPR compliance.
• Stay updated with the latest developments in data protection laws and regulations.
• Collaborate with IT and security teams to ensure the implementation of technical safeguards.
• Document and maintain records of processing activities.

Preferred candidate profile

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in law, Information Technology, Business, or a related field. A master’s degree is preferred.
• At least 10 years of experience in data protection, privacy laws, or GDPR compliance.
• Professional certification such as CIPP/E, CIPM, or similar is mandatory
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience with data protection impact assessments, data protection principles, and data breach management.

Skills and Competencies:

• Deep understanding of data protection and privacy regulations along with Project management skills.
• Ability to communicate complex regulatory requirements in a clear and concise manner.
• Strong ethical standards and commitment to privacy and data protection.
• Proficiency in using data protection management tools and software.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience working in a similar role within a multinational organization.
• Familiarity with other global data protection regulations such as CCPA, HIPAA, APPI, DPDPA, POPIA, PIPEDA etc.
• Experience in a legal advisory role or as a Data Protection Officer (DPO).