Information Governance Specialist

3 weeks ago


Crosshouse, East Ayrshire, United Kingdom NHS Ayrshire & Arran Full time

NHS Ayrshire & Arran is committed to promoting equality and diversity in its workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The goal is for the workforce to be truly representative, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Ayrshire & Arran welcomes applications from all sections of society.

This vacancy is only open to current employees of NHS Ayrshire & Arran.

Position

An opportunity has arisen for a Head of Information Governance and Data Protection Officer at University Hospital Crosshouse.

Key Responsibilities:

You will provide strategic leadership for Information Governance across NHS Ayrshire & Arran. You will be the organisation's accountable Data Protection Officer, in line with Article 39 of the General Data Protection Legislation. You will be responsible for leading on the development and implementation of the Records Management Plan for NHS Ayrshire & Arran, as specified by the Public Records (Scotland) Act 2011. You will also lead and direct the freedom of information function within NHS Ayrshire & Arran.

You will act as an expert specialist adviser to all service or functional areas within, and connected to, NHS Ayrshire & Arran, on all matters relating to information governance, assurance, privacy, confidentiality, freedom of information, and corporate records management.

The Head of Information Governance & Data Protection Officer leads a team of specialist staff who develop, monitor, and oversee the implementation of NHS Ayrshire & Arran's Information Governance and Assurance agenda. This includes data protection, information security, freedom of information, confidentiality, Caldicott, and corporate records management.

Requirements:

Educated to Master's degree level, with experience of working within an information governance or data protection role, the post holder will be able to interpret Data Protection Legislation, in particular the UK General Data Protection Regulation and the Data Protection Act 2018. Experience of leading a team and managing programmes of work is essential, along with a high level of knowledge in the use of the Microsoft office suite, advanced computer skills, and proficiency in the use of electronic information systems. You will be highly motivated and be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills and experience of leadership.

Working Hours:

37 hours per week (Job Share considered)

Fixed Term/Secondment:

Please note this job is a fixed term/secondment for 6 months.

UK Driving Licence/Car Ownership:

UK driving licence/Car ownership is essential to this role.



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