Data Protection Manager

Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP); London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP) is seeking a Data Protection Manager to oversee data compliance in humanitarian contexts. This role involves ensuring adherence to the UK General Data Protection Regulation and supporting data protection training across the organization. Candidates should possess substantial experience and a strong grasp of data protection legislation, with a commitment to the organization's values.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years in a data protection or compliance role.
• Strong understanding of data protection laws.
• Experience handling sensitive health and biometric data.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with UK GDPR and data protection laws.
• Advise on data protection impact assessments.
• Conduct regular audits and provide staff training.

Skills

Understanding of UK GDPR

Data protection compliance

Communication skills

Cultural sensitivity

Education

Data Protection Officer certification

Minimum 3 years in data protection role

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Please note this is a FTC role for 12 months

About the Role

As our Data Protection Manager (DPO), you will ensure that all data processing activities across the organisation comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), Data Protection Act 2018, and relevant international standards. You will play a critical role in safeguarding the personal data of donors, beneficiaries, staff, and partners, and ensuring data protection principles are embedded in all operations, particularly in complex humanitarian contexts.

About You

candidate should have Strong understanding of UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, and other relevant legislation. Hands-on experience responding to Subject Access Requests (SARs), managing data breaches, and liaising with regulators (ICO). At least 3 years of experience in a data protection or compliance role, preferably within the charity, NGO, or healthcare sectors.

Experience handling sensitive personal data, including health and biometric data.

Ability to interpret complex legal requirements and translate them into practical guidance.

Strong communication skills and cultural sensitivity, especially in cross-cultural and humanitarian contexts.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

•Serve as the organisations designated DPO as per UK GDPR requirements.

•Monitor internal compliance with data protection laws and conduct regular audits.

•Advise on data protection impact assessments (DPIAs), especially for projects involving sensitive health data and cross-border data transfers.

•Develop and maintain data protection policies, procedures, and training programs.

•Act as the main point of contact with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) and respond to data subject access requests (DSARs).

•Work with field teams and local partners to ensure data protection standards are upheld in challenging operational environments.

•Provide guidance to staff and partners on the lawful basis for data collection, retention schedules, and consent mechanisms.

•Conduct regular training and awareness sessions for all staff, tailoring to job function and location.

•Support incident response and breach reporting processes in line with legal requirements.

SKILLS, EXPERIENCE & CANDIDATE ATTRIBUTES

Experience & Certifications/Qualifications:

•Strong understanding of UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, and other relevant legislation.

•Hands-on experience responding to Subject Access Requests (SARs), managing data breaches, and liaising with regulators (ICO)

•At least 3 years of experience in a data protection or compliance role, preferably within the charity, NGO, or healthcare sectors.

•Experience handling sensitive personal data, including health and biometric data.

•Ability to interpret complex legal requirements and translate them into practical guidance.

•Strong communication skills and cultural sensitivity, especially in cross-cultural and humanitarian contexts.

•Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and work collaboratively across teams.

Preferred Skills and Competencies:

•Data Protection Officer certification (e.g., CIPP/E, BCS,GDPR Practitioner or equivalent).

•Experience working with or in the Middle East region.

•Familiarity with international humanitarian data ethics, especially when working in conflict zones or with at-risk populations.

Flexibility:

Ethos:

•Support the mission & values of MAP.

•Support and promote diversity and equality of opportunity in the workplace.

•Represent and be an ambassador for MAP.

•Commitment to anti-discriminatory practice and equal opportunities.

•An ability to apply awareness of diversity issues to all areas of work.

•Abide by organisational policies, codes of conduct and practices.

•Commitment to upholding the rights of people facing disadvantage and discrimination.

•Experience of not-for-profit/INGO environments

•Experience with humanitarian issues, particularly those in Palestine

Disclaimer

Due to the high volume of applications, we receive, we are unable to respond to every application. If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the deadline, then you have not been successful in shortlisting

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