Governance and Data Protection Officer

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the small Finance and Governance team at the well-loved local charity Hospiscare as

Governance and Data Protection Officer

In this role you’ll play an important part in safeguarding the organisation’s information. Your primary focus will be ensuring compliance with information management legislation and policies, assessing risks and implementing effective controls. You’ll have technical understanding of data protection legislation, together with in-depth knowledge of cyber security principles and risk management.

22.5 hours/week, 3 days Monday to Friday, with the possibility of some hybrid working

Hospiscare Band 6: £35,392 - £42,627 per annum pro rata

What you’ll do:

• Manage a range of Data Protection and Security processes and protocols to ensure that Hospiscare is compliant with its statutory responsibilities.
• Assist with the maintenance and development of the charity’s Corporate Governance Framework and associated processes.
• Produce Hospiscare’s annual Data Protection and Security (DPS) Toolkit submission
• Advise staff across the organisation and deliver training in relation to Data Protection and Security and GDPR.

In return you’ll work for an employer of choice in the region and enjoy benefits such as opportunities for further career development, a supportive and collaborative work environment, Employee Assistance Programme, cycle to work scheme, eye care vouchers, and much more.

Full job description

Closing date: Sunday 7 April 2024

Interviews: Friday 19 April 2024

Hospiscare is Disability Confident and a Mindful Employer which promotes equal opportunities for all and welcomes applications from all sections of the community regardless of sex, disability or any other protected characteristic.