Job Description

Closing Date 2024/06/22
Reference Number MMH240611-13
Referral Platform URL
Job Title Deputy Information Officer
Position Type Permanent
Role Family Legal and Compliance
Cluster Risk Management
Remote Opportunity Some of the time
Location - Country South Africa
Location - Province Gauteng
Location - Town / City Centurion
IntroductionThrough our client-facing brands the Momentum Metropolitan Group, with Multiply (wellness and rewards programme), and our other specialist brands, including Guardrisk and Eris Property Group, the group enables businesses and people from walks of life to achieve their financial goals and life aspirations.We help people grow their savings, protect what matters to them and invest for the future. We help companies and organisations care for and rewards their employees and members. Through our own network of advisors or via independent brokers and utilizing new platforms Momentum Metropolitan provides financial solutions for people, communities, and businesses. Visit us at www.momentummetropolitan.co.za
Role PurposeManaging and protecting information that is confidential and private, ensuring that organisations comply with the relevant Privacy Acts and other related regulations.
RequirementsBachelors degree in law, public policy, or a related field.At least 5 years of experience in privacy compliance or a related field.Strong knowledge of data privacy laws and regulations, such as GDPR and CCPA.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Certification in privacy management or compliance, such as CIPP or CIPM, is preferred.
Duties & ResponsibilitiesDraft, review and analyse policies related to personal information handling.Create and manage training programs for staff on privacy laws and information handling procedures.Conduct audits to ensure compliance with privacy laws and regulations.Respond to privacy-related enquiries from the public and staff.Manage incident reporting and response procedures for data breaches and other privacy violations.Reporting incidents and breaches to the relevant authorities.Work with legal teams to identify and address privacy risks.Review legal agreements to ensure they comply with relevant privacy laws.Develop and implement privacy policies and procedures for business and operators.Monitor and assess changes in privacy laws and regulatory requirements.Identify and assess privacy risks associated with new technologies and applications.Collaborate with other departments and agencies on privacy-related issues and concerns.Legal opinions on privacy related mattersParticipation in working groups for drafting of Code of Conduct, guidelines and other relevant industry requirements.Assist businesses with gap analysis and recommendationsInvestigate current business processes to determine gaps
CompetenciesExamining Information : Analyses and processes information asks probing questions strives to find solutions to problemsDocumenting Facts : Writes fluently when documenting facts understands arguments logically focuses on finding factsAdopting Practical Approaches : Applies practical skills when investigating issues prefers to learn by doing is practically minded and applies common senseInteracting with People : Is lively and projects enthusiasm is talkative in making contact is focused on interacting and networking with peopleEstablishing Rapport : Builds rapport and puts people at ease is engaging and welcomes people finds it easy to make friendsArticulating Information : Is articulate in giving presentations is eloquent and explains things well projects social confidence when articulating informationChecking Things : Is meticulous in finding errors ensures accuracy by being thorough and checking details produces high quality work by being detailedPolicyWe are committed to Employment Equity, diversity and inclusion when recruiting internally and externally. All appointments are made in alignment to our Employment Equity goals and we encourage people with disabilities to apply.

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