Data Protection Lead Job Equity Bank, Nairobi, Kenya
Purpose of the Role:
The ideal candidate will be an expert in global data protection laws and will be responsible for ensuring the organization processes personal data in a compliant and ethical manner. A key challenge will be to create a framework that enables lawful data sharing across our various business licenses and jurisdictions to create a seamless customer onboarding experience (“One Customer View”) while upholding the highest standards of data privacy and security.
Key Responsibilities / Deliverables:
- Strategy and Governance
- Compliance and Risk Management
- Data Sharing Enablement
- Incident Management
- Training and Awareness
Qualifications
Qualification / Certifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in law, Information Technology, or a related field. A Master’s degree is a plus.
- Professional certification in data protection and privacy (e.g., CIPP/E, CIPT, CIPM, FIP) is required.
Experience:
- Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in a senior data protection role, preferably within a multi-jurisdictional financial services or technology organization.
- Expert knowledge of major global data protection regulations (especially GDPR and African data protection laws) and their practical application.
- Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing enterprise-wide privacy frameworks.
- Strong understanding of IT security controls and privacy enhancing technologies.
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