Information Governance Officer

Details

Do you like variety, troubleshooting and keeping busy in a fast-paced environment?

 

Who?

We are looking for a highly motivated individual with excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.

You will be team orientated but be able to work autonomously, and have the ability to receive, analyse and impart information clearly and concisely.

 

What will you be doing?

You will ensure that the Council complies with information rights legislation, namely the Data Protection Act (DPA, 2018), the UK-GDPR (2020), The Freedom of Information Act (FOI, 2000), and The Environmental Freedom of Information Regulations (EIR,2004).

You will also be dealing with Customer complaints ensuring appropriate systems are in place to analyse, report and record on outcomes and learning.

In this role you will be providing advice and guidance at all levels of the Council on related matters, including the governance framework and Information Security.

 

What do you need?

Your focus will be customer service and you will need to be capable of working through problems and issues and finding inventive solutions that fit within the relevant frameworks.

You must have working knowledge of the legislation surrounding information rights and information management and have excellent letter writing skills to effective communicate information.

The role is a varied one and we are looking for individuals who can multi task, work under pressure, troubleshoot and adhere to deadlines.

 

What do we offer?  

• Working for a great, forward thinking Local Authority.
• Excellent salary, pension, flexible working, fantastic employee benefits and comprehensive staff health & wellbeing scheme.
• A friendly, supportive team and a range of opportunities for continuing professional development.
• Hybrid working with the ability to work from home as well as from our newly refurbished offices in Hailsham.
• Free parking

 

For more information

For more information and an informal chat about the opportunities please contact Kirsty Ward, 07985 812040.

 

Post Number:                  U2036

Closing Date:                   2^nd August 2024

Interview Date:                TBC

 

To Apply

Please click on the “Apply Now” button to log in to your existing account or create a new one. If you are unable to apply online, or have a query, please email: human.resources@wealden.gov.uk, ensuring you quote the relevant post number.

Wealden District Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

We are committed to maintaining a diverse workforce and an inclusive work environment.  We value the differences that people bring from all backgrounds and communities and all applications will be treated on merit.

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