Deputy Data Protection Officer

المسمى الوظيفي

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Overview

Data Protection Officer role focused on governance, compliance, risk management, training, stakeholder engagement, and team leadership to ensure data protection and privacy across the organization.

المسؤوليات

• Support in development and implementation of data protection policies and frameworks in compliance with applicable data privacy laws
• Ensure the organization’s data processing activities align with legal, regulatory, and contractual obligations
• Act as the primary point of contact for regulatory authorities and respond to inquiries or audits
• Monitor and assess risks related to data protection and advise senior leadership on mitigating measures
• Conduct Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIA) and oversee risk mitigation strategies
• Collaborate with IT and security teams to implement cybersecurity measures protecting personal and sensitive data
• Lead periodic audits and assessments to identify vulnerabilities and ensure compliance with security standards

Data Protection Governance & Compliance

• Support in development and implementation of data protection policies and frameworks in compliance with applicable data privacy laws
• Ensure the organization’s data processing activities align with legal, regulatory, and contractual obligations
• Act as the primary point of contact for regulatory authorities and respond to inquiries or audits
• Monitor and assess risks related to data protection and advise senior leadership on mitigating measures

Risk Management & Data Security

• Conduct Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIA) and oversee risk mitigation strategies
• Collaborate with IT and security teams to implement cybersecurity measures protecting personal and sensitive data
• Lead periodic audits and assessments to identify vulnerabilities and ensure compliance with security standards

Training, Awareness & Advisory

• Design and deliver training programs to educate employees on data privacy best practices and legal obligations
• Provide guidance to internal teams on privacy-by-design principles in new projects, products, and technologies
• Serve as an advisor to the leadership team on emerging data protection trends, risks, and regulatory changes

Stakeholder & Vendor Management

• Oversee data processing agreements with third-party vendors to ensure compliance with data protection regulations
• Work with business units, legal, IT, and HR teams to embed privacy requirements into business operations
• Engage with external regulators, auditors, and legal experts to ensure proactive compliance

Team Management & Succession Planning

• Ensure the professional development of the team and provide necessary training
• Create and maintain a robust talent pipeline to ensure succession planning (1:2 ratio)

Environment, Social & Governance

• Oversee corporate governance within the assigned region, ensuring alignment with organizational principles, policies, and regulations
• Promote prudent use of natural resources and adhere to the organization’s environment, health, and safety policies, objectives, and guidelines
• Drive the organization’s sustainability initiatives, working towards achieving established targets

Anti Bribery Management Systems (ABMS)

• Follow the ABMS roles and responsibilities details as prescribed on the ABMS manual
• Understand ethical standards and the importance of integrity in business practices
• Identify and evaluate risks related to bribery in various business contexts

المتطلبات

التعليم

• Law degree with data protection and privacy certification, such as Certified Information Privacy Professional, Certified Information Privacy Technologist

الخبرة

• 10-15 years of proven expertise in European Union and global data protection laws, as well as Information Technology systems and programming and demonstrated leadership in obtaining information security certifications

Competencies

• Behavioral: Communication, Quality and Service Orientation, Delivering Results, Digital Fluency, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Orientation, Agility, Leadership, Networking, Entrepreneurship
• Functional: Stakeholder Relationship Management, Compliance, Governance, Risk and Control, Training Facilitation Skills

Seniority level

• تنفيذي

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• تكنولوجيا المعلومات

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting

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2025-11-11 12:37:43