data protection and Compliance managerVelez Ventures Inc

VELEZ VENTURES INC
 
Is currently looking for:
 
DATA PROTECTION AND COMPLIANCE MANAGER
 
Job Overview:
 
The Data Protection and Compliance Manager oversees the company's compliance framework, ensuring adherence to all applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies. Serving as the designated Data Protection Officer (DPO) under the Data Privacy Act of 2012 (RA 10173), the role ensures the lawful, secure, and transparent processing of personal and sensitive information. It provides both strategic oversight and hands-on management to embed compliance and data protection into the company's culture and operations across all entities of Velez
Group.
 
Key Responsibilities:
 
Compliance Management
Develop, implement, and maintain the organization's compliance program, policies, and procedures.
Monitor compliance with laws, regulations, and accreditation/certification requirements affecting all entities.
Conduct compliance audits, risk assessments, and internal investigations as required.
Provide training and awareness sessions to employees on compliance-related policies.
Coordinate with external regulators, auditors, and accrediting bodies.
Ensure timely submission of compliance-related reports and statutory filings.
Data Protection (as DPO)
Serve as the organization's Data Protection Officer (DPO) registered with the National Privacy Commission (NPC).
Develop, review, and implement data privacy policies, guidelines, and standard operating procedures.
Ensure lawful processing, storage, and sharing of personal and sensitive information of employees, patients, students, and stakeholders.
Conduct privacy impact assessments, audits, and risk reviews.
Monitor and respond to data subject rights requests and data breach incidents, ensuring proper documentation and reporting to NPC.
Lead awareness campaigns and training for employees on data privacy responsibilities.
Act as the point of contact for NPC and other regulatory authorities on data protection matters.
Leadership and Coordination
Lead and mentor compliance officers and staff.
Collaborating with IT, HR, Legal, Operations, and other business units to ensure compliance and data protection requirements are consistently applied.
Provide regular compliance and data privacy reports to senior management.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen compliance and data protection frameworks.
Qualification:
Bachelor's degree in law, Business Administration, or related field.
Certification or formal training in Compliance, Data Privacy is an advantage.
Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in compliance, data protection, or related roles, preferably in healthcare, academe, or shared services industries.
Strong knowledge of the Data Privacy Act of 2012 (RA 10173), NPC guidelines, and other relevant regulatory requirements.
Experience in conducting audits, risk assessments, and compliance investigations.
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
High ethical standards, strong analytical skills, and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.