About the job

The Data Protection Lead will ensure that the bank processes the personal data of its staff, customers, providers or any other individuals in compliance with the applicable data protection rules.

The role holder is responsible for the following:

Maintaining data protection policies and procedures.
Ensure the company’s policy is in accordance with Data Regulations and codes of practice
Conducting training and awareness sessions to all Staff on Data Privacy requirements and obligations of the Group
Ensuring Data Privacy Impact Assessments are undertaken in line with data privacy laws.
Driving implementation of essential elements of the DPA, such as the principles of data processing, data subjects’ rights, data protection by design and by default, records of processing activities, security of processing, and notification and communication of data breaches.
Overseeing the maintenance of records required to demonstrate data protection compliance.
Act as the primary point of contact within the organization for members of staff, regulators, and any relevant public bodies on issues related to data protection
Evaluate the existing data protection framework and identify areas of non or partial compliance and rectify any issues

 Ideal Job Specifications

 Academic:

A Bachelor’s degree in ICT, Law, Business Administration or any other Business-related degree
Hold at least one Data Protection and/or Privacy certification

Desired work experience:

Minimum 7 years’ experience within ICT, legal, audit and/or risk function handling company data.
Well-developed, professional interpersonal skills; ability to interact effectively with people at all levels.
Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with the appropriate discretion and ethics.
Experience in managing data incidents and breaches.
Good understanding of data processing operations, including information systems, data security and data protection needs of an institution