Data Protection Specialist

Not just a job, but a career

Yokogawa, award winner for ‘Best Asset Monitoring Technology’ and ‘Best Digital Twin Technology’ at the HP Awards, is a leading provider of industrial automation, test and measurement, information systems and industrial services in several industries.

Our aim is to shape a better future for our planet through supporting the energy transition, (bio)technology, artificial intelligence, industrial cybersecurity, etc. We are committed to the United Nations sustainable development goals by utilizing our ability to measure and connect.

About the Team
Our 18,000 employees work in over 60 countries with one corporate mission, to “co-innovate tomorrow”.We are looking for dynamic colleagues who share our passion for technology and care for our planet. In return, we offer you great career opportunities to grow yourself in a truly global culture where respect, value creation, collaboration, integrity, and gratitude are highly valued and exhibited in everything we do.

Job Description:

Overview:
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Privacy and Data Protection (PDP) Specialist to join our team, focusing on the Middle East & Africa regions. The team is a cross-regional Privacy and Data Protection Governance Team. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring compliance with PDP regulations and implementing PDP policies and procedures. This role requires a thorough understanding of regional PDP laws, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams. You will be reporting to the Privacy and Data Protection Global Lead in Netherlands and the RHQ’s PDP Manager locally.

Key Responsibilities:

• Compliance and Regulation:Ensure compliance with all relevant PDP regulations and laws in the Middle East & Africa regions.Monitor changes in PDP laws and regulations and update company policies accordingly.
• Policy Development and Implementation:Develop, implement, and maintain PDP policies and procedures.Conduct regular reviews and updates of PDP policies to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Risk Management:Identify, assess, and manage PDP risks.Conduct regular privacy impact assessments (PIAs), data protection impact assessments (DPIAs) , vendor due diligence and internal audits.Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies.
• Training and Awareness:Design and deliver PDP training programs for employees.Promote PDP awareness and best practices across the organization.
• Incident Management:Assist with the response to PDP incidents, including data breaches as per internal Incident Management Procedures.Conduct investigations, document findings, and implement corrective actions.Support with reporting PDP incidents to relevant authorities as required and support responding to the affected individuals as per internal Incident Management Procedures.
• Collaboration:Work closely with Legal, IT/ISMS, Marketing and other departments to ensure PDP is integrated into all business processes.

Qualifications:

• Education:Bachelor’s degree in law.Professional certification in data protection (e.g., CIPP/E, CIPM, CIPT) is highly desirable.
• Experience:Minimum of 3 years of experience in data protection, privacy, or a related field.Experience working in the Middle East & Africa regions is highly preferred.Job Location : will it be Bahran
• Skills and Competencies:In-depth knowledge of PDP laws and regulations in the Middle East & Africa regions.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.Proficiency in data protection technologies and tools.

Yokogawa is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Yokogawa wants a diverse, equitable and inclusiveculture. Wewill actively recruit, develop, and promote people from a variety of backgrounds who differ in terms of experience, knowledge, thinking styles, perspective, cultural background, and socioeconomicstatus. Wewill not discriminate based on race, skin color, age, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, belief, political opinion, nationality, ethnicity, place of origin, disability, family relations or any other circumstances. Yokogawa values differences and enables everyone to belong, contribute, succeed, and demonstrate their full potential.

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