Northern Ireland Housing Executive - Information Governance Advisor - Belfast
NI Housing Executive is one of the largest housing bodies in the UK. NI Housing Executive are a flexible and inclusive employer offering great career pathways, enabling you to reach your full potential. If you have experience working in a Data Protection Unit and keen to secure a role within the Public Sector, apply today to find out more.
Benefits:
- Hourly Rate: £16.90 per hour
- Location: Belfast
- Hours of Work: 37 hrs per week, Monday to Friday 9.00 am – 5.00 pm
- Holidays: 35 days pro rata
- Duration: Temporary, ongoing
- Please note closing date for this vacancy is 12 noon on 11th May 2026 - however you can register your interest for other upcoming vacancies by applying today
Duties include, not limited to:
- To assist with day-to-day information governance issues and requests focusing on Data Protection.
- Support the Information Governance Manager / Data Protection Officer in the delivery of the information governance function by providing relevant advice and support to all NIHE business areas.
- Manage the data protection inbox and update the work schedule accordingly.
- Assist in the processing of Personal Data Breach Report forms.
- Draft responses to broad Data Subject Access Requests.
- Manage filing of data protection records in the NIHE system.
- Undertake all other duties which may be assigned.
Criteria:
- Possess a Degree level qualification / HND or equivalent AND have at least 6 months -1 years’ experience working in a Data Protection unit.
- Can demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of best practice concerning records management.
- Can demonstrate significant experience in the following areas:
- Working as part of a team to provide professional advice and guidance on policy and procedures
- Analysing data from a range of functions and reporting on trends and compliance
- Can demonstrate
- an understanding of FOI, EIR, RM, or DP requirements
- competence in the use of MS Office (Word & Excel)
- Possess a current driving licence or have access to a form of transport that enables them to meet the requirements of the post in full
- As part of the reference checking and vetting process for this position you will be requested to undertake a Basic AccessNI Disclosure. Having a criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position.
If you are interested in this position we encourage you to apply online, email [email protected] or call Wendy on 028 2563 1555 in strictest confidence.
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