Data Protection & Risk Officer

Care to Join Us?

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a passionate, dedicated and skilled Data Protection & Risk Officer. The information below provides more detail about the role and you may also wish to learn a little more about working for South Hampshire College Group by viewing the below video.

• Pension fund of up to 27.1% per annum.
• Regular training and development.
• 30 days annual leave plus 8 Bank holidays

• Develop and Implement Data Protection Strategy:
  Create and maintain data protection policies and procedures.
• Ensure Compliance:
  Monitor compliance with GDPR, FOI, and other relevant data protection laws.
• Data Processing
  
  Activities:
  
  Oversee data processing activities and ensure they comply with legal requirements.
• Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) & Audits:
  Conduct DPIAs, and audits of practice addressing any issues that arise.
• Training and Awareness:
  Provide training and guidance to staff on data protection issues.
• Point of Contact:
  Serve as the point of contact between the institution and Supervisory Authorities.
• Incident Management:
  Manage data protection incidents and breaches, ensuring timely reporting and resolution.
• Advisory Role:
  Advise on data protection issues, privacy risks, and mitigation strategies.
• Stay Updated:
  Keep abreast of changes in data protection laws and regulations.

• Experience in data protection and legal compliance.
• In-depth knowledge of DPA
  18 and GDPR.
• Knowledge of how to perform audits and DPIA’s to prescribed procedures.
• Knowledge of compliance to strict regulations about confidentiality and ability to behave according to the appropriate protocols.

• GCSE - Maths and English - Grade 5 or above, or equivalent.
• Qualification at L3 or above.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development.

• Ability to devise, maintain and review processes and procedures and to work within an agreed framework to defined standards.
• Ability to work under pressure in a team environment and produce work of an excellent standard.
• Ability to coordinate activities and maintain confidentiality whilst working with groups of internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing to individuals. A patient attitude is essential.