Job summary
The Clinical Directorate within Digital Health & Care Wales (DHCW) are looking to appoint an Information Governance Support Officer (WASPI) to work within the team.The organisation leads on large-scale developments that make a significant difference to the people of Wales with this post responsible for supporting the delivery of the Wales Accord on the Sharing of Personal Information (WASPI) services.
You will be working as part of a dynamic and friendly team to raise the profile of data protection and information governance. All applicants are invited to apply in Welsh, any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.
Main duties of the job
The ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator, team player and flexible in order to support the diverse workload of the team. Furthermore, they will be required to work with a wide range of governance, project and technical colleagues within DHCW, and have good organisational awareness.Applicants require sound administrations skills and the willingness to develop some specialist knowledge in the area of Information Governance including Data Protection, for which appropriate training and support will be provided.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Digital Health and Care Wales (DHCW) is part of the NHS Wales family and has an important role in changing the way health and care services are delivered through technology and data. The organisation supports frontline staff with modern systems and access to important information about their patients, while empowering the people of Wales to manage their own health through digital NHS Wales services.
Working for DHCW offers lots of employee benefits, including flexible working, a competitive salary, 28 days of annual leave plus Bank Holidays and opportunities for career development. We are committed to recognising and celebrating our staff as the most valuable part of our organisation.
Join our game changing, life-saving team and start making a real difference to health and care services in Wales.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
The ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator, team player and flexible in order to support the diverse workload of the team. Furthermore, they will be required to work with a wide range of governance, project and technical colleagues within DHCW, and have good organisational awareness.Applicants require sound administrations skills and the willingness to develop some specialist knowledge in the area of Information Governance including Data Protection, for which appropriate training and support will be provided.
DHCW is a forward thinking and progressive organisation that is at the leading edge of innovation and development of digital solutions - This is a fantastic opportunity for hard working individuals to make a significant difference on shaping digital services.
DHCW won the prestigious British Computer Society, Best Place to Work in IT 2022 Awarded because of its onwards commitment to supporting staff through their employment and providing them with many opportunities to grow and flourish within the organisation.
If you have the personal attributes described, the Clinical Directorate will welcome your application.
DHCW is a flexible organisation and hybrid working is now the default within the organisation.
To arrange an informal discussion please contact the WASPI Code Manager.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
The ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator, team player and flexible in order to support the diverse workload of the team. Furthermore, they will be required to work with a wide range of governance, project and technical colleagues within DHCW, and have good organisational awareness.Applicants require sound administrations skills and the willingness to develop some specialist knowledge in the area of Information Governance including Data Protection, for which appropriate training and support will be provided.
DHCW is a forward thinking and progressive organisation that is at the leading edge of innovation and development of digital solutions - This is a fantastic opportunity for hard working individuals to make a significant difference on shaping digital services.
DHCW won the prestigious British Computer Society, Best Place to Work in IT 2022 Awarded because of its onwards commitment to supporting staff through their employment and providing them with many opportunities to grow and flourish within the organisation.
If you have the personal attributes described, the Clinical Directorate will welcome your application.
DHCW is a flexible organisation and hybrid working is now the default within the organisation.
To arrange an informal discussion please contact the WASPI Code Manager.
Person Specification
Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Essential
- Good level of educational attainment to degree level or equivalent experience.
- Evidence of further development - diploma or equivalent experience
Desirable
- BCS Certificate in Data Protection or equivalent qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of administering in an office environment
- Good knowledge of Computer skills, and Microsoft Office Suite, with the ability to master new applications.
- Knowledge of techniques for planning, monitoring and reporting, e.g. Power BI
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Good organisational skills, and the ability to identify priorities.
- Possess good written and oral communications skills.
- Good report drafting skills and minute taking.
- Capable of understanding the wider objectives of the organisation.
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
- Responsive to changing environments.
- Open to continual development.
- Ability to work in a team, to work to deadlines and on own initiative.
Desirable
- Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading and writing in Welsh.
Person Specification
Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Essential
- Good level of educational attainment to degree level or equivalent experience.
- Evidence of further development - diploma or equivalent experience
Desirable
- BCS Certificate in Data Protection or equivalent qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of administering in an office environment
- Good knowledge of Computer skills, and Microsoft Office Suite, with the ability to master new applications.
- Knowledge of techniques for planning, monitoring and reporting, e.g. Power BI
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Good organisational skills, and the ability to identify priorities.
- Possess good written and oral communications skills.
- Good report drafting skills and minute taking.
- Capable of understanding the wider objectives of the organisation.
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
- Responsive to changing environments.
- Open to continual development.
- Ability to work in a team, to work to deadlines and on own initiative.
Desirable
- Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading and writing in Welsh.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
