Data Protection and Information Officer – Temporary
On behalf of our client, we are seeking a Temporary Data Protection & Information Officer. Reporting directly to the Board Secretariat & Compliance Manager and with a reporting line to the CEO, you will play a central role in ensuring compliance with data protection, Freedom of Information and Access to Information on the Environment legislation. This is a highly responsible position within a public sector organisation, requiring strong knowledge of compliance frameworks and excellent stakeholder management skills.
Contract: Temporary role (end date expectancy is June 2026, however this is subject to change at any time)
Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday-Friday 9am-5:15pm (5pm finish on Fridays)
Salary: €31.62 per hour
Salary and Benefits:
* Hours: Monday–Thursday, 9:00–17:15; Friday, 9:00–17:00.
* Hybrid working: 3 days in the office (typically Tue–Thu), 2 days remote (Mon & Fri), subject to business needs.
* Travel: Occasional nationwide travel required to deliver training (with overnight stays). A vehicle and fuel card will be provided for work duties (to be returned to base daily).
* Annual Leave: 30 days per annum pro-rata.
Key Responsibilities
Data Protection
* Act as the point of contact for the Data Protection Commission and all data protection queries.
* Monitor compliance with GDPR and other legislation, ensuring policies and procedures remain current.
* Oversee Data Protection Impact Assessments and maintain Records of Processing Activities.
* Deliver the company’s Data Protection Strategy through to 2026.
* Provide staff training, guidance and policy updates.
* Ensure privacy controls and compliance with the Data Sharing and Governance Act 2019.
Information Governance
* Manage and maintain the company’s FOI and AIE services, ensuring statutory compliance.
* Oversee Data Subject Access Requests and related registers.
* Deliver compliance-related training and awareness across the organisation.
* Keep public-facing compliance information up to date.
Secretariat Support
* Support compliance committees and steering groups as required.
* Contribute to governance reporting and civil service data protection networks.
* Demonstrated experience in monitoring compliance and performance reporting.
* Proven record of delivering compliance programmes and training at all levels.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
* Strong organisational ability with attention to detail.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong IT literacy.
* Full Category B driver’s licence (valid in Ireland) and willingness to travel nationwide as required.
* A qualification in Compliance, Data Protection, Governance, Legal or Business.
* Experience within the compliance framework for State Agencies, including the Code of Practice for the Governance of State Bodies.
Qualifications
* Minimum NFQ Level 7 or equivalent qualification.
* 3+ years’ experience in a similar role.
* In-depth knowledge of GDPR, Data Protection, FOI and AIE legislation.
How to apply
For more information, please apply through the link provided or email your CV to Nicole Sinnott at nicole.sinnott@osborne.ie. Please submit your updated CV in Word format. If you are living in Ireland and hold a valid work permit, we would love to hear from you. If you do not hold a valid work permit, we will not be in a position to assist with your job search. Osborne are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please visit www.osborne.ie for more information on all of our roles.
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