Deputy Data Protection Officer

Purpose of the Role

The Deputy DPO will:

• Support the DPO in implementing CHI’s data protection strategy, governance framework, and compliance programme.
• Act as deputy in the DPO’s absence, ensuring continuity of statutory functions.
• Provide expert advice, guidance, and assurance to CHI management, staff, and project teams on data protection obligations.
• Supervise day-to-day operations of the Data Protection Office, including DSARs, DPIAs, breach management, RoPA, agreements, and training.
• Contribute to the embedding of a culture of accountability and data protection by design across CHI.

Essential:

• Primary degree (Level 8) in Irish/EU Law, Information Management, IT, or a relevant discipline
• At least 2 years’ experience in data protection, information governance, legal, or compliance roles at a senior level..
• Data Protection certification (e.g. Certificate from the IPA, CIPP/E, CIPM, Advanced Diploma in Data Protection Law etc.).
• Demonstrated knowledge of GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, and relevant Irish health-sector law.
• Experience in managing or coordinating DSARs, DPIAs, breaches, and/or records of processing.
• Proven ability to work with senior stakeholders and communicate complex legal/technical matters clearly.
• Strong organisational skills with experience supervising or mentoring staff.
• Ability to work on own initiative as well as part of a team and ability to motivate a team and foster a positive data protection culture within a team and the organisation.

How to Apply & Informal Enquiries

Applications for this post must be accompanied by a cover letter, setting out relevant experience that illustrates how the essential criteria listed above is met.

The criterion for short listing is based on the requirements of the post, as outlined in the eligibility criteria.

* Please note that you must submit a cover letter with your CV, this forms part of your application and CV’s will not be accepted without a detailed cover letter.

The closing date for submissions of CV’s and cover letter is 7th of October 2025 by 23:45pm. Applications must be completed through the advertised post on CHI.jobs by clicking ‘Apply for Job’.

Applications will not be accepted through direct email or any other method.

For informal enquiries for this specialty/department, please contact DPO@childrenshealthireland.ie

For other queries relating to this recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition Specialist Kaley Madden. Kaley.madden@childrenshealthireland.ie

Below, you’ll find the list of commencement dates for 2025 and 2026 for your information.

• November 10th 2025 ( internal only)
• December 15th 2025
• January 7th 2026
• January 12th 2026 ( NCHD rotation only)
• February 9th 2026
• March 9th 2026