Data Protection & Privacy Officer at Nigeria Machine Tools Limited (NMTL)

Job Summary

• Data Protection Officer responsibilities include advising on our compliance with GDPR and local data protection laws, monitoring our adherence to GDPR standards and acting as a point of contact with supervisory authorities and data subjects.
• To be successful in this role, you should have in-depth knowledge of GDPR and local data protection laws and be familiar with our industry and the nature of its data processing activities.
• You should also know how to perform audits of our current procedures.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary point of contact within the organization for members of staff, regulators, and any relevant public bodies on issues related to data protection
• Ensure the company’s policy is in accordance with General Data
• Protection Regulation (GDPR) and codes of practice
• Evaluate the existing data protection framework and identify areas of non or partial compliance and rectify any issues
• Devise training plans and provide data protection advice and support for members of staff
• Inform and advise the Data Controller or Data Processor on all matters related to data protection
• Promote a culture of data protection compliance across all units of the organization Daily and Monthly Responsibilities
• Provide expert advice and educate employees on essential data compliance requirements
• Draft new and amend existing internal data protection policies, guidelines, and procedures, in consultation with key stakeholders
• Hold training with staff members across different business units involved in data handling or processing.
• Proactively conduct audits to ensure compliance and address potential issues
• Maintain records of all data processing activities carried out by the company
• Serve as the point of contact between the company and the data protection authorities
• Follow up with changes in law and issue recommendations to ensure compliance

Requirements and Skills

• 3+ Experience in data protection and legal compliance
• Certified Data Protection Officer / CISSP / CISM
• Work experience in data protection and legal compliance firm is a plus
• Solid knowledge of GDPR and national data protection laws
• Knowledge of data processing operations in the company’s sector is preferable
• Familiarity with computer security systems
• Ability to handle confidential information
• Ethical, with the ability to remain impartial and report all noncompliances
• Organizational skills with attention to detail.