Job Title: Data Protection Officer
Location: Base location, Stamullen, Co. Meath
Disability Service: Disability Residential Service Adults and Children
Hours: Part Time 20 hours per week
About Talbot Group:
The Talbot Group aim to provide the highest quality of care and support to our residents to enable them to have the very best life they can and to maximise their independence.
We are appointing an individual who is enthusiastic and passionate to join our Team. To provide services in line with our Vision, Mission, and Values, where the delivery of exceptional quality person centred care is their focus.
The successful applicant will be offered the opportunity for training and development so that we can achieve the best outcome for our residents, while at the same time supporting our staff in their professional development.
Job Objectives:
We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Data Protection Officer (DPO) to ensure compliance with data protection laws, including GDPR, across our organization. This part-time role (20 hours/week) involves monitoring compliance, managing data breaches, handling subject access requests, and liaising with supervisory authorities and stakeholders. This is a crucial role in safeguarding personal data and ensuring best practices in data protection. The successful candidate will be reporting into the Director of Quality and Safety.
Key Responsibilities
* Ensure Compliance: Guarantee all operations comply with GDPR regulations and relevant Data Protection Acts.
* Breach Reporting: Respond promptly to any data breach, ensuring it is reported to the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner within 72 hours and providing any necessary follow-up reports.
* Data Protection Oversight: Actively monitor and respond to all data protection issues, ensuring they are addressed in a timely manner.
* Point of Contact for Data Subjects: Serve as the primary contact for data subjects, handling inquiries and requests related to their personal data rights.
* Advice and Training: Advise various department heads, including HR, Finance, Clinical, and Quality Assurance, on GDPR obligations and best practices.
* Subject Access Requests (SARs): Process SARs, right-to-erasure requests, and objections in compliance with GDPR regulations, typically within a one-month timeframe.
* Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIA): Advise on and monitor DPIAs, ensuring successful implementation and completion.
* Cooperate with Supervisory Authorities: Serve as the main contact for the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner and ensure collaboration during audits and compliance inquiries.
* Policy Development: Maintain and submit data protection policies and practices to the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner for audits and inspections.
* Transparent Data Processing: Ensure all data processing is lawful, fair, and transparent.
* Data Record Maintenance: Maintain up-to-date records of data subject information for easy inspection and compliance.
* Liaison for FOI and Ombudsman Requests: Act as the liaison for FOI requests with the Health Service Executive (HSE) and manage communications with the Ombudsman's office.
* Records Management: Oversee information and records management practices to align with industry best standards.
Qualification:
* Extensive knowledge of GDPR and Data Protection Acts
* Proven experience as a Data Protection Officer or in a similar data compliance role
* Strong understanding of data protection best practices and impact assessments (DPIAs)
* Excellent organizational and communication skills
* Ability to work independently and handle multiple responsibilities
Rewards & Benefits:
* Comprehensive induction process
* Extensive training programme
* On-going mentoring and support
* Continuous Professional Development support
* Career progression opportunities
* Competitive salary with increments based on scope of role, qualifications, and experience.
* 40 hour week (all breaks paid)
* Service based recognition awards
* €500 refer a friend initiative
* Employee Assistance Programme for staff and their families
* Bike-to-Work Scheme
* Free onsite Car Parking
If you have a strong commitment to data protection, a deep understanding of GDPR, and a drive to implement best practices, we'd love to hear from you!
Apply today to join our team and play a key role in maintaining our commitment to data privacy and compliance.
Talbot Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer
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