KCA University is seeking to recruit a qualified and competent candidate to fill the following position;
DATA PROTECTION OFFICER
PURPOSE: The job holder will be
responsible for ensuring the effective management of the University data
processes and subjects in compliance with the Data Protection Act, No. 24 of
2019.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
· Establish the Data
Protection framework and implementation plan.
· Develop policies and templates for data processing.
· Guide departments on
implementing the Data Privacy requirements and supporting them to ensure
compliance with the Data Protection Act.
· Create and maintain a
register on all data processing activities.
· Train stakeholders
involved in data processing and update training requirements.
· Conduct reviews to
ensure compliance and accountability and proactively address potential issues.
· Ensure that IT systems
and procedures comply with all relevant data privacy and protection
regulations.
· Support the University
in the preparation of privacy statements for data processing
· Ensure compliance on all
company forms and/or literature, websites and other communication or data
collection mediums.
· In liaison with the
Information Security function, maintain records of all data assets and exports.
· Maintain a data security
incident management plan for timely remediation of incidents.
· Create an e-Data base
for data protection
· Serve as the point of
contact between the University and the Regulatory Authorities.
· Interfacing with data
controllers and data subjects and sensitising them about their rights,
obligations and responsibilities.
· Provide regular status
updates to management and draw immediate attention to any compliance risks
and/or exposure to the applicable data protection rules.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Academic Qualifications
· A Bachelor’s degree in
ICT, Law, Business Administration or any other Business-related degree from an
accredited university.
· 5 years’ experience
within ICT, legal, audit and/or risk function handling company data.
· Hold at least one Data
Protection and/or Privacy certification
Work Experience:
· Demonstrated an
understanding of Data processing operations as provided in the Data Protection
Act no. 24 of 2019
· Well-developed IT
skills;
· Excellent research
skills;
· Well-developed report
writing skills;
· Exceptional
communication and interpersonal skills
How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should
submit an application letter, a detailed CV including three referees, academic
& professional certificates and a clear copy of your Kenya National ID and
iTax certificate via email to hrjobs@kcau.ac.ke by 25th November 2022.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
The subject of your email should read: DATA PROTECTION OFFICER
Head of Human Resources,
KCA University,
P.0. Box 56808-00200,
Nairobi, Kenya
Website: www.kcau.ac.ke