Data Protection Officer (DPO)

Yello Media Group has established an outstanding reputation for quality top performers at all levels and is seeking to fill the position of Data Protection Officer.

Yello Media Group has established an outstanding reputation for quality top performers at all levels and is seeking to fill the position of Data Protection Officer. 

The Data Protection Officer (DPO) responsibilities include providing guidance and advice on YMG’s compliance with GDPR and local data protection laws across all countries, monitoring our adherence to GDPR standards and acting as a point of contact with supervisory authorities and data subjects. You will also create policies that enforces compliance with legislation and deliver GDPR training to our staff to increase awareness of data protection measures. To be successful in this role, you should have in-depth knowledge of GDPR and local data protection laws and be familiar with our industry and the nature of its data processing activities. You should also know how to perform audits to our current procedures. Ultimately, you will facilitate GDPR compliance through transparent data protection policies, systems and procedures.

 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Work experience in data protection and legal compliance
• Knowledge of data protection legislation, particularly GDPR and alike national laws
• Knowledge of data processing operations in the company’s sector is preferable
• Familiarity with computer security systems
• Ability to handle confidential information
• Ethical, with the ability to remain impartial and report all cases of noncompliance
• Background and expertise in legal, data compliance, audit, or IT security
• Relevant work experience of monitoring compliance with regulatory requirements and engaging with regulatory bodies
• Experience in the operational application of privacy law
• Experience in managing data breaches
• Experience in cooperation with supervisory authorities of any kind
• Understanding the business environment in which YMG operates and associated data protection risks
• Experience in conducting data protection impact assessments

SPECIALISED SKILLS/TECHINQUES AND LEARNED DISCIPLINES:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal, time management and problem-solving skills
• Must be proactive and work well under pressure
• Demonstrate sound ethical practices.
• Passion, drive, and commitment to creating results
• Highly motivated self-starter able to work with minimal supervision and direction
• Visual communicator who can distill complicated messages into simple executive level communications
• Ability to handle multiple, differing responsibilities simultaneously and to focus on delivering against areas of greatest importance 

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Act as point of contact with EU residents, supervisory authorities, and internal teams
• Identify and evaluate the company’s data processing activities
• Provide advice and instructions on how to conduct Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs)
• Monitor data management procedures and compliance within the company
• Participate in meetings with managers to ensure privacy by design at all levels
• Maintain records of processing operations
• Ensure we address all queries from data subjects within legal timeframes (e.g. delete their information from our databases)
• Liaise with other organisations that process data on our behalf
• Write and update detailed guides on data protection policies
• Perform audits and determine whether we need to alter our procedures to comply with regulations
• Offer consultation on how to deal with privacy breaches
• Arrange for training on GDPR compliance for employees
• Follow up with changes in law and issue recommendations to ensure compliance

OPERATING CONDITIONS:

• Normal office environment
• Required to work outside of normal office hours to solve problems as deemed necessary

WE OFFER:

 An attractive salary package plus statutory benefit.