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Job description

As a senior manager within the Information Governance (IG) team, the Information Governance Manager will be responsible for supporting the Head of Information Governance in leading the development and management of a professional IG function for the Education Authority (EA). Under the direction of the Head of Information Governance, the role will initially be focused on leading the provision of information governance support to the Education Information Solutions (EdIS) Programme to ensure compliance with statutory responsibilities in the development, implementation, and delivery of that programme. Under the direction of the Head of Information Governance, the Information Governance Manager will be responsible for leading aspects of the development of an IG Framework for EA and schools that ensures compliance with the relevant IG related legislation in line with best practice standards. They will lead a professional team to establish a culture of effective IG across EA and ensure the appropriate systems, processes and procedures are in place to deliver a modern, professional and responsive information service with the highest standards of compliance with our statutory responsibilities. This role incorporates the statutory DPO role for schools under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) Job Purpose Under the direction of the Head of Information Governance, the Information Governance Manager will be responsible for leading aspects of the development of an IG Framework for EA and schools, including: Education Information Solutions (EdIS) Programme The role will initially be focused on leading the provision of information governance support to the EdIS Programme to ensure compliance with statutory responsibilities in the development, implementation, and delivery of that programme including: Advising the EdIS Programme director and EdIS team on all matters relating to IG. Providing advice and support in relation to the completion and monitoring of data protection impact assessments required for EdIS projects, and in relation to communication with Suppliers and Stakeholders, as required in this respect. Working with ICT and the EA’s Suppliers and Stakeholders, where required, to develop and implement secure systems for the management of electronic records. Representing the interests of EA from an IG perspective at meetings with Suppliers and Stakeholders as required. Managing and coordinating advice and support in relation to FOI requests relating to the EDIS Programme..

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Information Governance in leading and fostering an IG culture that values, protects and uses information effectively.
• Develop and maintain IG policies, procedures, processes and controls to ensure effective management of information assets to support business needs and meet legal, risk and operational requirements.
• Development and implementation of a File Management System for manual records.
• Working with ICT to develop and implement secure systems for the management of electronic records.
• Develop, implement and maintain effective Data Protection policies, processes and systems to ensure EA is compliant with the Data Protection Act, the GDPR and other relevant data protection laws.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Hold a bachelors degree (QCF Level 6) or an equivalent or higher qualification & Have a minimum of two years experience of working in an Information Governance Role, including a minimum of one years experience of leading and managing a team of staff
• OR have a minimum of five years experience of working in an Information Governance Role including a minimum of one years experience of leading and managing a team of staff performing Information Governance Roles.
• Demonstrable experience providing complex expert advice and guidance on the application of legislation relating to Data Protection and Freedom of Information to internal or external stakeholders at a senior level.
• Demonstrable experience of developing new policy/procedure and guidance relating to Data Protection and/or Freedom of Information.
• Demonstrable experience of leading and managing the provision of data protection compliance advice and support in relation to the development, implementation, and delivery of a programme of information technology services and solutions
• Demonstrable experience of developing and delivering training in relation to Data Protection and/or Freedom of Information.
• Demonstrable experience of successfully leading or managing a team of professional staff in the delivery of a customer focused service.
• Proven ability to successfully lead or manage a team of professional staff to achieve targets/objectives and to meet challenging deadlines.
• Demonstrable commitment to continuous personal and professional development.

Desirable Skills

• Hold an Information Governance or Data Protection related qualification.

Further Information

Base location to be determined on appointment. A full list of responsibilities, essential and desirable skills can be found on the Education Authority website. The Education Authority is an equal opportunities employer.