Information Governance Officer

Information Governance Officer

Norfolk

Contract Type: Temporary (3 months)

Hourly Rate: £24.19 per hour, inside IR35

Hybrid

Are you passionate about Information Governance and looking to make a significant impact in the healthcare sector? Our client is seeking a dedicated Information Governance Assurance Officer to join their dynamic Digital Health team! Bring your expertise and join a vibrant environment committed to excellence in patient care!

What You'll Do:

As the Information Governance Assurance Officer, you will play a pivotal role in:

• Supporting the delivery and coordination of the Data Security and Protection Toolkit (DSPT) and CQC compliance.
• Assisting with Subject Access Requests (SAR) and Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIA).
• Advocating for a risk-based culture in Information Governance across the organisation.
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, including senior managers and service directors, to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Providing expert IG advice and guidance to staff at all levels.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage the organisations Information Governance audit programme.
• Complete DPIAs and Subject Access Requests while maintaining confidentiality.
• Produce clear reports for governance committees and the oragnisations management board.
• Facilitate communication with external stakeholders.
• Deliver engaging training and awareness programmes on data security and governance.

What We're Looking For:

To thrive in this role, you should possess:

• A degree in a relevant subject or equivalent significant experience.
• A formal qualification in Information Governance and Data Protection (e.g., ISEB or GDPR Practitioner).
• Strong experience in data handling, manipulation, and analysis.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
• A deep understanding of Public Sector Information Governance and data protection legislation.