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Information governance support officer

Digital Health and Care Wales
Support officer
Posted: 23h ago
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Job summary

We are recruiting for 2 Information Governance Support Officers to support the delivery of Information Governance requirements within DHCW. The role focuses on the National Intelligent Integrated Audit Solution (NIIAS) and involves supporting the NIIAS Manager and team in maintenance, growth and application of the NIIAS solution, including following up on audit notifications to key clinical user groups. The post involves coordinating with stakeholder organisations across NHS Wales and supporting robust Information Governance guidance. English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.


Main duties of the job

To support the Information Governance team by: setting up and maintaining team files; administering team, regional and external meetings; and working with the team manager to produce required products within the agreed brief.

* Focus of the role on the National Intelligent Integrated Audit Solution (NIIAS): supporting the NIIAS Manager and team in maintenance, growth and application of the NIIAS solution; tasks include following up on audit notifications to key clinical user groups.
* Carry out Gap analysis and risk assessment activities, such as Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs).
* Prepare and complete routine and ad-hoc reports required by the Information Governance team.
* Produce specified deliverables as defined by Information Governance team members (e.g., creation of spreadsheets or databases, report writing).

Support Information Governance responsibilities across DHCW and liaise with stakeholder organisations that rely on robust IG advice and guidance. This may span across NHS Wales projects and programmes and the future organisational strategy of DHCW and the Code of Conduct service.


About us

Digital Health and Care Wales (DHCW) is an expert national body and part of NHS Wales. We provide national digital and data services to support health and social care in Wales, delivering major national digital transformation programmes and cyber security and information governance guidance. We offer flexible working, a competitive salary, 28 days of annual leave plus Bank Holidays and opportunities for career development.


Job description

Job responsibilities

* Be the initial point of contact for all correspondence for the team, respond to queries independently where possible, and escalate complex queries as needed.
* Support the development and maintenance of Information Sharing Protocols under the Wales Accord on the Sharing of Personal Information (WASPI).
* Liaise with suppliers or account managers as required.
* Guide users and stakeholders with solving bespoke software issues (e.g., accessing and using NIIAS or the Information Sharing Gateway) across sectors. Arrange travel for members of the Information Governance team as needed.


Person Specification

Qualifications and Knowledge

Essential

* Good level of educational attainment to A-level, diploma or equivalent experience

Desirable

* BCS Certificate in Data Protection or equivalent qualification

Experience

Essential

* Experience of administering in an office environment
* Good knowledge of computer skills and Microsoft Office Suite, with the ability to master new applications

Desirable

* Knowledge of techniques for planning, monitoring and reporting (e.g., Power BI)

Skills and Attributes

Essential

* Good organisational skills and the ability to identify priorities
* Good written and oral communication skills
* Good report drafting and minute taking skills
* Understanding of wider organisational objectives
* Effective interpersonal and communication skills
* Adaptable to changing environments
* Open to continual development
* Ability to work in a team, meet deadlines and use own initiative

Desirable

* Welsh language skills (levels 1-5 in understanding, speaking, reading and writing)
* Knowledge and understanding of Information Governance and technology issues within healthcare
* Ability to travel across sites within Wales
* Flexibility in working arrangements
* Knowledge of Information Governance legislation


Other information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a disclosure to be submitted to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside other applications. For further information visit the UK government website. From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants for entry clearance into the UK must present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided in for 12 months or more in the past 10 years (adult dependants included).


Employer details

Employer name
Digital Health and Care Wales

Address
Hybrid working; Location to be confirmed at interview; CF11 9AD

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