Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils - Ipswich, Suffolk IP1 2BX
£43,693 - £50,788 per annum (pro rata for part time)
Full Time, 37 hours per week
Permanent
Full time, part time and job share opportunities will be considered.
What we are looking for
We are looking for an
Information Governance Officer
to join our
ICT and Programmes team.
You will share our
values , commitment, and motivation to make a difference for our residents, clients, and communities. About the role
Join us as an Information Governance Officer and be at the heart of safeguarding our data and information assets. You will develop and implement policies, ensuring we stay ahead of key information laws like the Data Protection Act 2018 and UK-GDPR. Your expertise will guide us through data breaches and security incidents, while your passion for data protection will help foster a culture of compliance across our organisations. About you
We are looking for a proactive and knowledgeable Information Governance Officer with a passion for data protection. You should have a relevant qualification or equivalent experience and a strong understanding of data protection laws. Excellent communication skills are essential as you will need to present complex information clearly and build effective working relationships. Your ability to manage compliance processes and deliver projects efficiently will be key to your success in this role. If you are ready to make a significant impact and help us protect our valuable information assets, we want to hear from you! About us
Working together across our councils and with our partners in the public, private and voluntary sectors, we provide excellent services to our 190,000 residents across Babergh and Mid Suffolk. We are proud of the role we play in creating the environment, economy, and communities for our districts. We believe that the heart of Suffolk is an incredibly special place to live and work. With picturesque market towns, 60 conservation areas and with two National Landscapes within our districts, it is little wonder that we are consistently within the top 50 places to live in the UK. Benefits
Great opportunities for learning and development. Generous leave entitlement (equivalent to 26 days a year, increasing to 31 days after 5 years' service, plus bank holidays). Competitive Local Government Pension Scheme. Wellbeing Support Programme. Employee Assist Programme. Health Care Options. For more information, please visit our
Employee Benefits page (suffolkjobsdirect.org) . Our ways of working
Work is what we do, not where we go! We are committed to working in a more Hybrid way, with a mix of office, home, and remote based working (Business needs permitting). This has worked well for us and is something we will be continuing with. We are committed to supporting equality and diversity, Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils provide opportunity and ambition for all, supporting and enabling our people to deliver the best possible service for our residents. For more information
Please read the
Job and Person Profile (JDPS)
before applying for this job opportunity. If you wish to discuss the hybrid working approach for this role, or for an informal discussion, please contact
Matt Harding
by either calling
01473 296333
or emailing
matthew.harding@baberghmidsuffolk.gov.uk . When applying, please ensure:
that you complete the application form as fully as possible with your employment and educational history as shortlisting will be based upon the application form and supporting statement only. your statement indicates how you meet each of the criteria in the 'Person Profile' section of the Job Description/Person Specification (JDPS). Closing date: 5pm, 11 February 2025 This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. About the Team
How to apply
Step 1 - read the advert and the Job Description and Person Specification (JD and PS). Step 2 - complete the Supporting Statement template. Step 3 - complete the online application and upload your statement. Your statement needs to indicate how you meet the criteria in the 'Person specification ' section of the (JD and PS). Your statement should: Be no more than 2 sides of A4. Use the template provided (other formats will not be accepted). Be uploaded on your online application, as without this, your interest will not be progressed.
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We are looking for an
Information Governance Officer
to join our
ICT and Programmes team.
You will share our
values , commitment, and motivation to make a difference for our residents, clients, and communities. About the role
Join us as an Information Governance Officer and be at the heart of safeguarding our data and information assets. You will develop and implement policies, ensuring we stay ahead of key information laws like the Data Protection Act 2018 and UK-GDPR. Your expertise will guide us through data breaches and security incidents, while your passion for data protection will help foster a culture of compliance across our organisations. About you
We are looking for a proactive and knowledgeable Information Governance Officer with a passion for data protection. You should have a relevant qualification or equivalent experience and a strong understanding of data protection laws. Excellent communication skills are essential as you will need to present complex information clearly and build effective working relationships. Your ability to manage compliance processes and deliver projects efficiently will be key to your success in this role. If you are ready to make a significant impact and help us protect our valuable information assets, we want to hear from you! About us
Working together across our councils and with our partners in the public, private and voluntary sectors, we provide excellent services to our 190,000 residents across Babergh and Mid Suffolk. We are proud of the role we play in creating the environment, economy, and communities for our districts. We believe that the heart of Suffolk is an incredibly special place to live and work. With picturesque market towns, 60 conservation areas and with two National Landscapes within our districts, it is little wonder that we are consistently within the top 50 places to live in the UK. Benefits
Great opportunities for learning and development. Generous leave entitlement (equivalent to 26 days a year, increasing to 31 days after 5 years' service, plus bank holidays). Competitive Local Government Pension Scheme. Wellbeing Support Programme. Employee Assist Programme. Health Care Options. For more information, please visit our
Employee Benefits page (suffolkjobsdirect.org) . Our ways of working
Work is what we do, not where we go! We are committed to working in a more Hybrid way, with a mix of office, home, and remote based working (Business needs permitting). This has worked well for us and is something we will be continuing with. We are committed to supporting equality and diversity, Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils provide opportunity and ambition for all, supporting and enabling our people to deliver the best possible service for our residents. For more information
Please read the
Job and Person Profile (JDPS)
before applying for this job opportunity. If you wish to discuss the hybrid working approach for this role, or for an informal discussion, please contact
Matt Harding
by either calling
01473 296333
or emailing
matthew.harding@baberghmidsuffolk.gov.uk . When applying, please ensure:
that you complete the application form as fully as possible with your employment and educational history as shortlisting will be based upon the application form and supporting statement only. your statement indicates how you meet each of the criteria in the 'Person Profile' section of the Job Description/Person Specification (JDPS). Closing date: 5pm, 11 February 2025 This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. About the Team
How to apply
Step 1 - read the advert and the Job Description and Person Specification (JD and PS). Step 2 - complete the Supporting Statement template. Step 3 - complete the online application and upload your statement. Your statement needs to indicate how you meet the criteria in the 'Person specification ' section of the (JD and PS). Your statement should: Be no more than 2 sides of A4. Use the template provided (other formats will not be accepted). Be uploaded on your online application, as without this, your interest will not be progressed.
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