Recruitment Notice: Data Protection Officer

Recruitment Notice: Data Protection Officer

JOB OFFER: PWC PricewaterhouseCoopers SARL Cameroon – x

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our global strategy, the new equation consists of crossing approaches and multiplying possibilities to invent a world of sustainable solutions. We combine the best talent with the latest technology to help our clients increase trust.
Because you are investing in your future, we suggest you join a company that will invest in your skills. PwC AFSS is a leader in auditing, accounting and consulting in French-speaking sub-Saharan Africa (strategy, management, fundraising, financial transactions, risk management, cybersecurity, data & analytics, legal & tax), based in ten (10) countries.
We value your experience, your passion and your authenticity.
Join our teams as an experienced Data Protection Officer and be part of a diverse community of more than 700 collaborators and consultants who support development actors in Africa and shape the future.
Be part of the new equation.

 

 

 




 

PwC Francophone Sub-Saharan Africa (PwC AFSS) is looking for a dynamic profile to join its team as a “Data Protection Officer” who will have the main responsibility of ensuring that all member firms of the PwC AFSS network adhere to internal standards as well as laws and local data protection regulations.

The Data Protection Officer will be responsible for monitoring compliance and internal data handling practices, to ensure that the business and its functions comply with the applicable requirements of applicable regulations and laws as well as internal standards. The DPO will be responsible for staff training, data protection impact analyzes and internal audits. He will also be the main point of contact for internal and external oversight bodies and individuals whose data is processed by AFSS offices.

The Data Protection Officer will be part of the General Council Office and will work closely with Information Security, Risk Management and managers of internal and business functions to define the appropriate strategy to fill compliance gaps.

What we expect from you:

Hold a Master’s degree in Information Security, IT or Risk Management (BAC+5)

Knowledge of international audit and internal control standards

Minimum 5 years of experience in a position similar (preferably within an audit and consultancy firm)

Knowledge of Google Suite, Microsoft Office Excel, Word, PowerPoint.

Knowledge of data protection regulatory frameworks

Good knowledge of the specificities of internal audit, compliance and Risk Management policies;

Be able to assess the data protection framework and improve data protection measures and governance framework to manage the use of data in compliance with standards including developing templates for data collection, assisting in data mapping and performing supplier management assessments.

 

 

 

Work with key internal stakeholders in reviewing projects and associated data to ensure compliance with data protection laws and standards.

Act as the primary point of contact within the firm for staff, regulators and relevant public authorities on data protection matters.

Participate in the data protection, enterprise risk management and/or information governance committee.

Manage and conduct ongoing reviews of member firm data protection compliance.

Monitor changes in local data protection laws and make recommendations where appropriate.

Ensure company policies comply with applicable laws, regulations, policies, standards as well as codes of practice such as GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation).

Promote a culture of data protection and compliance across all units of the organization.

Develop strategies and initiatives to ensure collaboration with key internal and external stakeholders.

Coordinate and/or carry out privacy and data protection audits.

Collaborate with other functions to educate and provide training on data privacy and security issues.

Collaborate with information security functions to maintain records of all data assets and exports, and maintain a data security incident management plan to ensure rapid remediation of incidents, including impact assessments , responding to security breaches, complaints, claims or notifications, and responding to data subject access requests when necessary.

 

 

 

Develop training plans and provide data protection advice to staff members.

Inform and advise the data controller or processors on all matters relating to data protection.

Confidence to discuss with PwC AFSS Managers, Directors and Associates;

Good analytical skills and great attention to detail;

Ability to set priorities and work under pressure;

Be passionate about the job and dynamic

Have good oral and written communication skills in French and English

Have a sense of organization and respect for reporting deadlines

Have easy contact and a capacity for analysis and synthesis editorial

Have an ability to adapt

Have a team spirit

Be honest, discreet and of good character

Be able to work in complete confidentiality

Have a good command of French and a good knowledge of English

Professional travel of up to approximately 20% of the time

Preferred skills

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Travel Requirements

Up to 20%
Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No
Government Clearance Required?

Yes
Job Posting End Date

 

Apply ONLY online by clicking on the link opposite:

https://www.pwc.com/gx/en/careers/experienced-job-search/results.html?wdcountry=CMR&wdjobsite=Global_Experienced_Careers

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