Organisation
National Works Agency
Reference
VAC-56217
Contract Type
Full-Time
Industries
Information & Communication Technology
Location
Kingston
Salary & Benefits
$5,198,035.00 per annum
Date Posted
20/03/2025
Expiry Date
08/04/2025
The National Works Agency, an Executive Agency of the Government of Jamaica, is seeking suitably qualified individuals for the position of Data Protection Officer.
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor's degree in law, Computer Science, Audit or equivalent qualification from recognized tertiary institution
- Certification in information Security, Data Protection and /or Privacy Certification such as CIPP, CIPT, ISEB, etc (preferred)
- Exposure to legal training
- Three (3) years related work experience
SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
- Expert knowledge of the data protection law and practices.
- Expert knowledge of auditing techniques and practices.
- Good knowledge of risk management techniques and strategies.
- Sound knowledge and understanding of GOJ policies and programmes and the machinery of government.
- Sound knowledge of applicable law policies, regulation and procedures
- Excellent critical reasoning, quantitative and qualitative analysis skills
- Strong negotiation and persuasive presentation skills
- Proficiency in the use of relevant computer applications
- Strong environmental scanning analysis and interpretive skills
- Knowledge of change management principles and practices
- Interpersonal Skills/Stakeholder Engagement skills innovation and creativity
- Leadership
- Planning and organizing
- Problem solving and analysis
- Integrity and Judgement
- Integrity/Ethics
The Agency thanks all applicants. Only individuals shortlisted will be contacted.
Region:
Kingston
Occupational fields:
Legal
Fields of study:
Law
Required degree level:
Bachelor's degree
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