About this role
Job summary
We are looking for an experienced and confident Information Governance Manager to join NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board for 15 hours per week. This is a job-share opportunity, working in partnership with the Information Governance Manager already in post and as part of our wider specialist Information Governance team. Together, you will help ensure that robust, practical and proportionate arrangements are in place to keep the organisation safe and meet statutory and NHS requirements.
This is a varied and influential role in which you will turn complex information governance requirements into clear, workable solutions. You will provide expert advice across data protection, confidentiality, Caldicott, information security, information risk, data sharing and records management, while supporting senior leaders including the Caldicott Guardian, Senior Information Risk Owner, Data Protection Officer and Information Asset Owners.
This is a part-time position, with the expected working pattern being Thursdays and Fridays.
Main duties of the job
As a key member of the information governance team you will:
Provide expert, responsive advice on complex data protection, confidentiality, information security, records management and Caldicott matters.
Support delivery of the ICBs Information Governance Policy and Management Framework, including the annual Cyber Assessment Framework Data Security and Protection Toolkit submission.
Develop and review policies, procedures, guidance and assurance processes to maintain legal and regulatory compliance.
Lead and advise on data protection impact assessments, information risk assessments, data flows and information-sharing agreements.
Support Information Asset Owners to understand and manage information assets, information security risks and business continuity arrangements.
Design and deliver engaging information governance training for a wide range of colleagues.
Prepare high-quality reports, briefings and proposals for senior leaders and committees including the Audit and Risk Committee.
Build strong relationships across the ICB, the wider integrated care system and regional and national networks.
Deputise for the Head of Information Governance when required.
About us
NHS West Yorkshire ICB is responsible for improving population health and reducing inequalities to meet the diverse health needs of its population and is part of the West Yorkshire Health and Care Partnership which includes organisations, local councils, health and care providers and voluntary, community and social enterprise organisations.
We are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity; we see this as a strength and part of our founding mission, values and behaviours. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds create a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers patient outcomes.
We are committed to creating the best place to work, where your contribution is valued, your wellbeing is supported, and all our colleagues can reach their full potential. We welcome and encourage applications from all areas of the community, who meet the criteria for the role, regardless of their protected characteristics.
We operate a Carer friendly working environment that is supportive and inclusive. We actively encourage Carers to self-identify themselves and are offered a working Carer passport.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and commit to shortlisting suitable applicants who meet the essential criteria for an interview. Please inform us of any adjustments you may require.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will join a collaborative team in a role with real scope to shape good practice across West Yorkshire ICB. Your expertise will help colleagues handle information confidently and responsibly and strengthen organisational assurance.
You will bring substantial experience of confidentiality, data protection and privacy in a large, complex organisation, together with specialist knowledge of data protection, Caldicott, confidentiality, consent, information security and governance processes.
You will also have experience of completing the Cyber Assessment Framework Data Security and Protection Toolkit, developing policies and guidance, delivering training, leading staff and working to demanding deadlines. Analytical, resilient and highly organised, you will communicate complex and sensitive issues clearly, exercise sound judgement and build trust with colleagues and stakeholders at every level.
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Specialist knowledge of information governance legislation, national and professional guidelines including NHS England and the ICO.
- Specialist knowledge of Data Protection, Subject Access Requests, Freedom of Information, Caldicott, Consent, Information Security and governance processes and protocols.
Skills and competences
Essential
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Attention to detail, able to work accurately, identifying errors quickly and easily.
- Ability to exercise judgement.
- Ability to critically review, challenge and effectively utilise Data Protection legislation.
- Computer literate with an ability to use the required systems/office packages.
- Ability to prioritise own workload in order to meet strict deadlines.
- Ability to think analytically; anticipating obstacles and thinking ahead; using analytical techniques to draw logical solutions to problems.
Desirable
- Highly resilient with the ability to cope under pressure.
- Team player committed to open collegiate relationships and corporate effectiveness.
- Integrity and ability to engender trust and respect from colleagues at all levels.
- Able to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service and ensure a customer focused response.
- Credible, trustworthy, and able to inspire confidence in others.
- Able to work both independently where required and as a team and corporate player.
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level or relevant training and experience to degree equivalent level in related function.
- Professionally qualified (ISEB Data Protection or equivalent) or undertaking professional development.
- Prior experience of working in confidentiality, data protection and privacy within a large and complex organisation.
- Experience of working to and achieving tight deadlines.
Desirable
- NHS experience
Employer details
Employer name
NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board
Address
NHS West Yorkshire ICB
Scorex House West
1 Bolton Road
BRADFORD
West Yorkshire
BD1 4AS
United Kingdom
Employer's website
http://www.westyorkshire.icb.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)