Data Privacy Officer (LPU Manila)

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of the University's Data Privacy Management Program.

• Ensure institutional compliance with the Data Privacy Act of 2012 (RA 10173), its Implementing Rules and Regulations, and other applicable privacy regulations.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for privacy-related matters within the University.

• Advise management on privacy risks, compliance requirements, and data protection best practices.

• Develop, review, and update privacy policies, procedures, guidelines, and related documentation.

• Maintain records of personal data processing activities and ensure proper documentation of data processing systems.

• Lead investigations involving data privacy concerns, complaints, breaches, and security incidents.

• Coordinate incident response activities and ensure proper documentation and reporting of personal data breaches.

• Oversee the handling of data subject requests, including requests for access, correction, rectification, objection, and deletion of personal information.

• Review and provide recommendations on data sharing agreements, outsourcing agreements, privacy notices, consent forms, and related documents.

• Prepare compliance reports, risk assessments, and executive-level updates for University leadership.

• Design and facilitate privacy awareness campaigns, training programs, and capacity-building activities for employees, faculty members, students, and other stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Legal Management, Political Science, Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, Public Administration, Accountancy, or other related fields.

• Master's degree, Juris Doctor (JD), or relevant postgraduate studies are an advantage.

• At least 3-5 years of relevant experience in data privacy, compliance, governance, audit, risk management, information security, legal affairs, regulatory compliance, or related fields.

• Relevant certifications in Data Privacy, Information Security, Compliance, Risk Management, or Governance are an advantage.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and digital collaboration tools.

• Ability to exercise sound judgment and handle highly confidential information with integrity and discretion.

• Strong stakeholder management and project coordination skills.