Botswana Prison Service – Assistant Superintendent
Job Title: Assistant Superintendent (Principal Data Protection Officer II)
Location: Botswana Prison Service
Reference Number: BPR 4/7/3 I (25)
Grade: D3 (P289,236 – P319,332 per annum)
Closing Date: 20th December 2024
Overview:
The Botswana Prison Service is looking for a highly skilled and experienced professional to fill the position of Assistant Superintendent (Principal Data Protection Officer II). This role is essential for ensuring data compliance, safeguarding personal data, and managing the organizationโs data protection framework.
Key Responsibilities:
-Develop, implement, and monitor data protection and privacy policies.
-Ensure compliance with data protection laws and organizational standards.
-Oversee the security and processing of sensitive personal data.
-Provide expert advice on data protection and compliance to management and staff.
-Conduct regular data protection audits and risk assessments.
-Coordinate training and awareness programs on data privacy within the organization.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
- Education: Degree in Law, Data Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Additional certification in Data Protection and/or Privacy will be an added advantage.
- Experience:
- At least four (4) years of experience in handling personal data, data compliance, security of data, or data processing in a related field.
- Experience at Salary Scale D4 or equivalent is required.
Benefits:
–Medical Aid: Contributory Medical Aid Scheme (Government pays 50%, employee pays 50%).
–Pension Scheme: Contributory Pension Scheme for Permanent and Pensionable Staff (Government pays 15%, employee pays 5%).
–Allowances: Prison Overtime Allowance.
–Utilities: Subsidized water and electricity bill.
–Housing: Free accommodation provided.
- Leave:
- 30 working days per annum for C1 scale and above.
- 25 working days per annum for C3 scale.
Training:
- Successful candidates will undergo an Initial Prison Officersโ Course for Senior Positions.
Probation Period:
- Two (2) years.
Terms and Conditions:
- Shortlisted candidates will undergo the following selection process:
- Comprehensive medical examination in accordance with Botswana Prison Service medical standards.
- Comprehensive physical fitness assessment.
- Security vetting.
- Aptitude tests.
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