Information Governance and Data Systems Specialist (Digital)
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Job description
Are you passionate about ensuring information is managed safely and effectively? Do you enjoy solving complex problems, improving processes, and supporting teams to work smarter with digital systems?, The successful candidate will be subject to a DBS Check at the level appropriate to the role, the cost of which is covered by the hospice. Any post holder within the organisation will be expected to undertake safeguarding training appropriate to their role and adhere to safeguarding policies and procedures. All staff must work in accordance with their statutory roles and responsibilities in relation to safeguarding in accordance with the Working Together to Safeguarding Children 2023, The Care Act 2014, and Prevent Duty 2015. Timescales We reserve the right to close and interview prior to the dates outlined below. Closing Date:01/05/2026 Interview Date:13/05/2026 Main duties of the job As our Information Governance and Data Systems Specialist (Digital), you will play a crucial role in ensuring data is accurate, accessible, and protected. You will collaborate with teams across the organisation to support the configuration of digital systems for efficiency, and provide guidance on best practices for information governance. Every day brings variety, challenge, and the opportunity to make a real difference in the way we work with information. Join our Hospice and be at the heart of a role that combines digital expertise, information governance, and meaningful impact. You will work across multiple hospices, helping to safeguard sensitive data, optimise systems, and ensure we deliver the highest standards of care and compliance. This is your chance to bring your curiosity, initiative, and analytical skills to a role that truly matters., The Information Governance and Data Systems Specialist (Digital) will:
- Support the development and implementation of information governance policies and procedures.
- Support Information Asset Owners with data flow mapping, data protection impact assessments, and information security risk assessments.
- Manage information requests and rights requests, ensuring compliance with legal time frames.
- Maintain governance documentation including registers and logs.
- Provide training and advice on IG best practices to staff and stakeholders.
- Investigate incidents and breaches, supporting managers as required.
- Lead IG audits, identify non-compliance, and support action plans.
- Prepare and present KPI data and audit reports for the Information Assurance Board.
- Act as the first point of contact for IG queries from internal and external stakeholders.
- Provide consultation to partner hospices on IG and digital systems.
- Support configuration and optimisation of digital systems for data quality, accuracy, and ease of use.
- Deputise for the Data Protection Officer and Data Systems Manager as needed.
Requirements
- Degree or equivalent experience., * Knowledge and experience of Data Protection legislation and IG frameworks, ideally within healthcare or charity sectors.
- Strong digital literacy: able to analyse, interpret, and communicate information in digital environments
- Ability to work independently, managing priorities and adapting to changing deadlines.
- Clear communicator, capable of explaining complex IG concepts to diverse audiences.
- Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
- Discreet and trustworthy when handling sensitive information.
- Collaborative, supportive, and positive team player.
- Flexible and willing to travel across sites as needed.
- Curious, proactive, and confident in asking questions to improve processes and compliance.
Desirable
- Awareness of database structures and data management
Person Specification Qualifications Essential
- Degree or equivalent experience., * Knowledge and experience of Data Protection legislation and IG frameworks, ideally within healthcare or charity sectors.
- Strong digital literacy: able to analyse, interpret, and communicate information in digital environments
- Ability to work independently, managing priorities and adapting to changing deadlines.
- Clear communicator, capable of explaining complex IG concepts to diverse audiences.
- Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
- Discreet and trustworthy when handling sensitive information.
- Collaborative, supportive, and positive team player.
- Flexible and willing to travel across sites as needed.
- Curious, proactive, and confident in asking questions to improve processes and compliance.
Desirable
- Awareness of database structures and data management
