Senior Manager – NDB Bank

Senior Manager – Data Protection Officer

Join our team as a Senior Manager – Data Protection Officer, where you will play a critical role in guiding the organization, assessing compliance, and developing policies to manage data protection risks effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary advisor to the data controller or processor on data protection obligations under relevant regulations.
• Ensure adherence to data protection laws, internal policies, and best practices.
• Advise on and oversee the execution of Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs).
• Develop, review, and update data protection frameworks, ensuring alignment with statutory requirements and organizational goals.
• Identify gaps in compliance and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor and evaluate risks associated with data processing, considering its nature, scope, and objectives.
• Lead the organization’s data incident response and breach notification processes.
• Act as the main point of contact for employees, regulatory bodies, and supervisory authorities on data protection issues.
• Collaborate with supervisory authorities for consultations and incident reporting.
• Design and deliver data protection training programs to foster a culture of compliance across all levels.
• Conduct periodic compliance checks and progress monitoring to ensure adherence to data protection policies.
• Establish and maintain a governance structure that ensures accountability and transparency.
• Identify and assess risks in program management and implement effective mitigation strategies.

Candidate Profile

• Hold a recognized qualification in data protection such as CDPSE (ISACA), EU-GDPR-P, or CIPP/E.
• Be an Attorney-at-Law or hold a law degree with a specialization in data protection.
• Possess at least 5 years of experience in a similar role within the banking, financial, insurance, or multinational sector.
• Demonstrate expertise in managing data breach responses, internal audits, subject access requests, and risk assessments related to data protection.
• Exhibit excellent communication and conceptual thinking abilities.
• Preferred qualifications include knowledge of analytics, IT, cybersecurity, and exposure to ISO certifications.

Position Details

• Role: Senior Manager Level
• Location: NDB Bank

How to Apply

Submit your application via NDB Careers by 10th January 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

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