Board Information Governance Manager/Deputy Data Protection Officer - Information Governance B7
Shift pattern: Monday - Friday
* Lead the Information Governance team, working to reduce the risk of non‑compliance across the Board with regard to the Data Protection Act 2018, UK General Data Protection Regulation, Caldicott Principles, Access to Health Records Act 1990 and other associated legislation and policies.
* Advise on aspects of the Public Records (Scotland) Act 2011.
* Inform, influence and direct the NHS Board and its Partner Agencies including the Police and Local Authorities on all aspects of Information Governance and deal with a range of complex IG issues that will require interpretation.
* Advise on completion of Data Protection Impact Assessments, Information Sharing Agreements, and the application of data protection principles to research and innovation projects and the wider data processing carried out by the Board.
* Act as Deputy Data Protection Officer.
* Interpret complex legislation and litigation relating to Information Governance and its practical application.
* Manage a team of Information Governance staff to support the Board’s requirements.
Qualifications:
* Understanding of Data Protection Legislation and the Caldicott Principles.
* Experience providing advice and support on related matters.
* Experience within the NHS is beneficial; applications from candidates with appropriate Information Governance experience in other areas are encouraged.
* Degree level education or equivalent and significant experience in data protection.
* Excellent management, organisational and people skills; high standard of interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
* Self‑starter with the ability to manage change while maintaining a patient‑centred focus.
Contact: Stewart Whyte, Data Protection Officer, 07791 231357
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