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Job Description
Support Data Protection Officer (DPO) in delivering and implementing data protection services across Uisce Éireann.
Reporting to the DPO, this role will assume responsibility for supporting the protection of customer and all other personal data in line with Irish and European Regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct risk assessments of projects for Data Protection (DP) and privacy risk.
- Provide support to the business in relation to conducting Data Privacy Impact assessments or other appropriate assessments.
- Advise the business on approach to data transfers and other DP standards.
- Ensure data processing agreements are in place with third parties handling personal data.
- Support the actioning of Data Subject Requests.
- Support the investigation of DP related complaints and enquiries, including Data Breaches.
- Maintain the DP Risk Register.
- Monitor and report on the execution of DP compliance across the organisation.
- Actively participate in appropriate data governance groups.
- Prepare monthly DP KPIs and Metrics.
- Co-ordinate Uisce Éireann Data Stewards activities.
- Support administrative activities associated with the operation of the Office of the DPO.
Requirements:
- Previous data protection experience or recognised data protection or legal qualification.
- Relevant third level qualification and/or accreditation.
- Minimum of 3 years' experience in the water, utilities or similar industries.
- Ability to develop and maintain effective partnerships with key stakeholders internally and externally.
- Proven track record in dealing with complex issues and communicating information to others.
- Highly motivated individual with ability to deliver results.
- Strong analytical skills and ability to identify and propose solutions.
- Demonstrate adaptability and change focus and direction in line with business strategy and requirements.