Data Protection & Information Governance Specialist
Job summary
Data Protection and Information Governance Specialist
We are looking for enthusiastic DP and IG Specialist to join our successful Solutions team working across Cheshire & Merseyside and the surrounding areas. The successful candidate will be based in our Liverpool office.
As a DP and IG Specialist (Band 8A) you will be earning up to £57,349, all within a flexible working environment.
In their client-facing role they will provide support to existing NHS and Public Sector MIAA clients, individually, at place and at system level, to ensure that they meet highly complex legal and regulatory obligations in relation to Information Governance including confidentiality, information security, Data Protection, Freedom of Information and GDPR,
Additionally, the post holder will have internal DP and IG responsibilities to MIAA and its staff.
The Successful Applicant
We want driven people who think creatively about their work, embrace challenges and can resolve complex problems.
Main duties of the job
GeneraloMaintain a high level of subject matter expertise in information governance issues through research, liaison with information governance colleagues in other NHS organisations and attendance at national information governance meetings.oHave a strong technical understanding on all relevant data protection and information governance guidance, regulation, and legislation.oEstablish presence on, and reputation as a subject matter expert with, relevant external for a and bodies influencing policy.Client facingoProvide expert data protection and information governance legislation and regulation knowledge and practical expertise to define, scope and deliver MIAA audit and advisory services.oThrough allocated assignments and services, support clients to meet their legal and regulatory obligations in relation to Information Governance including confidentiality, information security, Data Protection, Freedom of Information and GDPR through expert advice and guidance and demonstrable knowledge and experience.InternaloEnsure that MIAA meets its complex legal and regulatory obligations in relation to Information Governance including confidentiality, information security, Data Protection, Freedom of Information, GDPR and Registration Authority requirements.
Please read full job description and person specification in detail for key responsibilities and Job accountabilities.
About us
MIAA is an NHS Shared service, hosted by Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. MIAA is the predominant provider of internal audit services to over 50+ NHS and public sector organisations in the Northwest and beyond. MIAA offer clients a number of services in addition to internal audit including Solutions: Information Governance, Anti-Fraud, Technical Risk Assurance, Capital, Clinical Coding and Healthcare Quality.
MIAA's budgeted turnover is 12 million, which is demonstrative of the organisation's ambitious and strategic goals.
We pride ourselves in promoting equality and valuing diversity.
Our values are:-
- Trust
- Respect & Compassion
- Innovation & Excellence
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Summary
The post holder will be a subject matter expert and have in-depth specialised knowledge and experience in information governance and data protection.
In their client-facing role they will:
support clients, individually, at place and at system level, to ensure that they meet highly complex legal and regulatory obligations in relation to Information Governance including confidentiality, information security, Data Protection, Freedom of Information and GDPR. Provide support to, and deputize for, the MIAA-provided Data Protection Officer to a range of clients. Provide interim expert IG support to clients as required.
Additionally, the post holder will have internal responsibilities including: monitoring policies, systems, and processes to ensure effective compliance with complex regulatory and legal obligations. supporting the maintenance of certification to relevant Data Protection and Privacy standards monitoring and reporting upon compliance with complex standards and certifications. coordinating the organisations processes for Subject Access Requests, or applications under the Freedom of Information Act.
Please read full job description and person specification in detail for key responsibilities and Job accountabilities.
Person Specification
Qualifications
- Relevant masters/equivalent.
- BCS/ISEB Practitioner certificate in Data Protection
- Certified Data Protection Officer
- Relevant qualification/accreditation in the provision of training
Experience
- 'Hands on' experience of implementing and assuring data protection and information governance processes and methodologies
- Data Protection Officer delivery experience
- Must have senior experience of working in audit and consultancy or within a senior role in digital delivery.
- Must have significant demonstrable PQE plus self certified CPD
- Must have experience of working in the NHS or other public sector organization resulting in a developed understanding of digital systems, risks, and processes. Alternative experience in an equivalent organization may be acceptable.
- Experience of operating at Board level, presenting to Audit Committee, and influencing Executive and NonExecutive Directors
- Must have significant experience of recruiting, developing, managing, and supervising staff
Knowledge
- Must have a full and mature understanding of NHS and public sector structures, policy, functions, and digital systems together with the aptitude to build on that knowledge.
- Must have a full understanding of the digital agenda, corporate governance, risk management and assurance principles and practice, data protection and information governance
- Specific technical knowledge including: - The NHS Data Protection and Security - NHS, government, and local government data protection strategies, - Data Protection and GDPR legislation - Freedom of Information legislation
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.
Employer details
Employer name
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
One of MIAA Office Locations
Regatta Place, Brunswick Business Park, Summers Road
Liverpool
L3 4BL
https://www.liverpoolft.nhs.uk/
- Company
- Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
- Location
- Liverpool, United Kingdom L3 4BL
- Employment Type
- Permanent
- Salary
- £50952.00 - £57349.00 a year
- Posted
- Company
- Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
- Location
- Liverpool, United Kingdom L3 4BL
- Employment Type
- Permanent
- Salary
- £50952.00 - £57349.00 a year
- Posted