About The Service
The Resources Directorate is responsible for a wide range of corporate services, serving the whole council, and plays a vital role in supporting the operational Directorates in the delivery of their services.
The Information Governance Section is based within the Resources Directorate and supports the Council’s services, externally contracted services and Schools on matters relating to Data Protection, Freedom of Information, Records Management and Information Sharing.
About the job
This is the lead role for Information Governance in the Council, raising awareness and providing expert advice, training and support to senior managers and staff across the organisation.
You will be responsible for managing the delivery, and resourcing of an effective service in line with Council and statutory requirements, providing a Council wide advice service to ensure that we are compliant with all current and future information governance related legislation and regulations.
As the Principal Information Governance Manager you will develop, plan and monitor the Council’s Information Governance model, ensuring high quality information governance management practice across the organisation.
What We Are Looking For From You
We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Information Governance specialist to join and lead our Information Governance Section.
You will have detailed knowledge of the relevant national and international legislation and it would be desirable if you held the BCS Certificate in Data Protection and Freedom of Information or equivalent.
You will have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build successful relationships and trust with a wide range of partners.
You will have a proven track record in leading, motivating and developing staff.
An ability to work to deadlines, respond to competing priorities and manage a wide range of stakeholders will be essential.
Additional information
This post is temporary until 31/03/2023.
Internal candidates who wish to apply for this position on a secondment basis must obtain approval prior to application using Form SEC1 (4.C.081). Requests may only be approved by the relevant Director/ Assistant Director/ Chief Officer or senior nominated officer graded no lower than OM2 or in the case of schools based staff the Headteacher / Governing Body.
This vacancy is suitable for post share.
We welcome applications in both English and Welsh. Applications received in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than English applications.
Due to the current COVID-19 circumstances the interview process for this role will be held on a virtual basis using an appropriate online platform. If you have any concerns around your ability to participate in a virtual interview process or if you would like an informal conversation about this role prior to application, please contact Dean Thomas, Operational Manager, on 07583 132282 or email dean.thomas@cardiff.gov.uk
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