Data Privacy Officer

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 650,000 - 950,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Support for privacy certifications (CI

Impactful role

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Data Privacy Officer to lead the organization's data protection efforts in East London, South Africa. You will ensure compliance with POPIA and GDPR, develop privacy policies, and promote a culture of privacy.

You will conduct DPIAs, manage DSARs, oversee breach response, and provide staff training. The role offers a competitive salary, flexible remote work, and opportunities for privacy certifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Information Management, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in data privacy, compliance, or a related legal/IT security field.
• In-depth knowledge of data protection regulations such as POPIA and GDPR.
• Experience with privacy management tools and frameworks.
• Strong understanding of information security principles and risk management.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the organization's data privacy strategy and policies.
• Ensure compliance with relevant data protection laws and regulations (e.g., POPIA, GDPR).
• Conduct Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) for new projects and systems involving personal data.
• Manage and respond to data subject access requests (DSARs) and other privacy-related inquiries.
• Oversee data breach response procedures and ensure timely notification to authorities and affected individuals as required.
• Provide training and awareness programs on data privacy best practices to employees.

Skills

Data privacy

Policy development

Regulatory compliance

DSAR management

DPIA

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law/Information Management/CS

Tools

Privacy management tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Data Privacy Officer to lead their data protection efforts in East London . This position is responsible for ensuring the organization complies with all applicable data privacy laws and regulations, such as POPIA and GDPR. You will develop and implement privacy policies, conduct privacy impact assessments, manage data subject requests, and promote a culture of privacy awareness throughout the organization. This is a key role for safeguarding sensitive information and maintaining customer trust.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the organization's data privacy strategy and policies.


• Ensure compliance with relevant data protection laws and regulations (e.g., POPIA, GDPR).


• Conduct Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) for new projects and systems involving personal data.


• Manage and respond to data subject access requests (DSARs) and other privacy-related inquiries.


• Oversee data breach response procedures and ensure timely notification to authorities and affected individuals as required.


• Provide training and awareness programs on data privacy best practices to employees.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Information Management, Computer Science, or a related field.


• Minimum of 5 years of experience in data privacy , compliance, or a related legal/IT security field.


• In-depth knowledge of data protection regulations such as POPIA and GDPR.


• Experience with privacy management tools and frameworks.


• Strong understanding of information security principles and risk management.


• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and attractive benefits package.


• Opportunity to shape and lead the organization's data privacy program.


• Support for professional development and privacy certifications (e.g., CIPP/E).


• Flexible remote work arrangement promoting a healthy work-life balance.


• A role with significant impact in ensuring ethical data handling and regulatory compliance.