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Information & Governance Officer

This vacancy has now expired, and is not accepting any new applications.

Location
Civic Centre
Reference
BG00020
Salary
Grade 8 (Salary £30,978 - £34,746 per annum)
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Legal and Compliance Division of Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council for an Information and Governance Officer.
 
The successful candidate will be responsible for: access to information requests including the provision of advice, guidance and training in relation to the Data Protection and Freedom of Information legislation and will be the first point of contact for all requests; acting as the reporting officer to the Information Commissioner; development of the Council’s Constitution and related policies; corporate RIPA compliance; assisting the Monitoring Officer with compliance duties in relation to declarations of interest and the Code of Conduct generally; acting as the Council’s Town & Community Council Liaison Officer; attending various Council meetings in an advisory role. 
 
The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, have the ability to work proactively to instigate improvements and be motivated and able to manage a complex and demanding workload. You will be educated to a degree level with extensive knowledge of the legislation and practical application relating to Data Protection and Information law.
 
The position carries an Approved Casual Car User Allowance therefore access to a vehicle for work purposes is a requirement.
 
 
Closing Date:          Thursday 5th February 2015 – 1pm
 
Interview Date:        Monday 16th February 2015
Job Description Download
JD_Information_Governance_Officer_BG00020_.pdf
Closing Date
05/02/2015

This vacancy has now expired, and is not accepting any new applications.