Freedom of Information/Data Protection Officer x3

The Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman; Manchester; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job description

Freedom of Information/Data Protection Officer x3

1 September 2017 10:00am

Length of contract: Permanent

Location: Manchester

About us

We are the final stage for complaints about the NHS in England, UK government departments, and some other UK public organisations. We investigate complaints where individuals believe there has been injustice or hardship due to improper or unfair actions by organisations or poor service that was not rectified. Our service is free for everyone.

About the role

We are seeking 3 FOI/DP Officers to work collaboratively as a team, managing and coordinating information requests under the Data Protection Act 1998, the Freedom of Information Act 2000, the Environmental Information Regulations 2004, and other access regimes in compliance with legal requirements.

The ideal candidates will be dynamic individuals capable of providing expert advice on FOI and DP, managing a caseload of drafting legally compliant responses that can withstand scrutiny by the Information Commissioner’s Office and other statutory bodies. The role involves establishing strong working relationships with PHSO’s business units, information asset owners, and stakeholders, as well as maintaining an up-to-date Publication Scheme. Additionally, the post will support the organisation in the preparation and implementation of the new General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR).