Grade VII– Data Protection Officer / Information Governance Officer

Job Description

Part-time, Fixed-term contract (5 years), 0.50WTE/17.50 hours per week

The Data Protection Officer (DPO) will be responsible for overseeing the hospital’s data protection strategy and ensuring compliance with applicable data protection laws and regulations, including the General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR).

The DPO will work closely with all departments to safeguard the privacy and security of personal data across the hospital and ensure that all data processing activities meet legal and ethical standards.

In addition, the role includes Freedom of Information responsibilities and duties for the hospital.

The is a senior role reporting to the Chief Operations Officer, with a dotted line reporting to the Authorised Officer and Council of the hospital.

Experience/knowledge

• Experience of working in a data protection role (minimum 2 years) at a senior level
• Experience of data governance and of translating regulatory requirements into practical operational solutions
• Experience of managing Subject Access Requests and Freedom of Information requests within a large-scale organisation
• Knowledge of National and European data protection laws and practices including an in depth understanding of General Data Protection Regulations
• Knowledge of Freedom of Information legislation including an in-depth understanding of compliance and processes

Qualifications:

Applications should be submitted including a detailed Curriculum Vitae to the Human Resources Department of the Royal Victoria Eye & Ear Hospital, Adelaide Road, Dublin 2 or via email: general.hr@rveeh.ie

All candidates should note that, in order to maintain a timely process, the closing date and time for receipt of applications will be strictly adhered to.