Data Privacy Officer

Medicare Plus; Philippines; On-site; PHP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A trusted HMO provider in the Philippines is seeking a Data Privacy Officer responsible for managing privacy programs, conducting assessments, and ensuring compliance with data privacy laws. The ideal candidate has a robust understanding of the Data Privacy Act and relevant certifications, along with excellent communication skills. This role offers competitive benefits including health insurance and work-life balance opportunities.

Benefits

13th-month pay

Overtime pay

Health insurance

Vacation and sick leaves

Retirement benefits

Bonus pay

Qualifications

• Experience in privacy program management and compliance.
• Ability to conduct Privacy Threshold Assessments and Privacy Impact Assessments.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Privacy Threshold Assessments and Privacy Impact Assessments.
• Develop and update the company’s privacy program based on assessments.
• Ensure Data Breach and Security Incident management.

Skills

Strong understanding of the Data Privacy Act

Familiarity with data privacy and information security best practices

Information Technology and Data Management

Audit/Risk Management

Business Process Management

Program & Project Management

Education

Relevant certifications (e.g., CMSP, CMCO, CHIE)

Job description

About Medicare Plus

Medicare Plus, Inc. is one of the country’s trusted HMO providers registered with the Insurance Commission and with more than 15,000 accredited medical and dental practitioners nationwide.

Your responsibilities

• Ensure the conduct of Privacy Threshold Assessments and Privacy Impact Assessments
• Use Privacy Impact Assessments and recommendations from Privacy Assessment Memos to develop and update the company’s privacy program
• Review risk treatment plans with risk owners and monitor their implementation
• Ensure proper Data Breach and Security Incident management by the company, including the latter’s preparation and submission to the Commission of reports, where applicable, and other documentation concerning personal data breaches within the prescribed period
• Adopt a Privacy by Design approach, advocate for the development, review, and/or revision of policies, guidelines, projects, and/or programs of the company relating to privacy and data protection
• Cooperate and coordinate with, and seek the advice of, the Commission on matters concerning data privacy and security
• Perform other duties and tasks, including those set forth elsewhere in this Policy, that will further the interest of data privacy and security and uphold the rights of the Data Subjects

Training & development

They always provide learning opportunities to employees in the form of online courses and certification programs.To excel in your Medicare Plus career, consider pursuing relevant certifications, such as Certified Medicare Secondary Payer Professional (CMSP), Certified Medicare Compliance Officer (CMCO), or Certified Healthcare Insurance Executive (CHIE).

Benefits

The organization may include the following benefits for their employees, depending on their roles:

• 13th-month pay
• Overtime pay
• Pag-IBIG Fund, PhilHealth, and SSS
• Vacation and sick leaves
• Maternity and paternity leave
• Retirement benefits
• Bonus pay
• Health insurance, life insurance
• Allowance
• Mobile phone

Career progression

To progress in your career in the Medicare or healthcare industry, consider pursuing relevant educational qualifications, and certifications, and gaining practical experience. Networking within the healthcare sector and staying updated with changes in Medicare regulations and policies can also be beneficial for career growth.Additionally, you can explore opportunities for specialization in areas such as Medicare compliance, healthcare finance, or healthcare technology to enhance your career prospects.

Work-life balance

Living to work and working to live have their share of advantages but they can also have their downsides. Over time, the deficit of work-life balance can take a toll on your overall well-being. Medicare Plus recognizes the importance of finding a healthier middle ground and shares the following tips to help achieve the right balance for a happier and healthier you.

• Set boundaries
• Schedule time for your personal life
• Take vacations

Company culture

With the tasks, the challenges, and the people, you can learn a lot about the industry by working here. You will also get to learn about other jobs, such as how to handle customers. As in other companies, there are smooth and rough times at work, but there are always solutions provided for the employees.

About you

• Strong understanding of the Data Privacy Act and privacy laws in other jurisdictions
• Familiarity with data privacy and information security best practices
• Information Technology and Data Management
• Audit/Risk Management
• Business Process Management
• Program & Project Management

How to apply

To apply, please click on the "Apply on employer site" button on this page.

The hiring process may vary depending on the role you apply for, but it might include a screening call with a recruiter, where you will need to answer several basic questions. To determine if you are a good fit for the role, the second call is with the hiring manager.

Source/s:

• medicareplusinc.com
• youtube.com