Data Privacy Compliance SR Specialist
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Role Profile
The Privacy Compliance Specialist plays a critical role in supporting the operational aspects of privacy compliance programs. Working under the guidance of senior privacy leaders, you will conduct detailed assessments, assist in the design of privacy controls, and ensure the organization’s adherence to data protection regulations. Your work enables effective risk mitigation and fosters accountability across business units by translating regulatory requirements into practical policies and processes.
Role Profile
- Lead and execute comprehensive privacy impact assessments (PIAs) and data protection impact assessments (DPIAs) for new initiatives, technologies, and data flows.
- Support the implementation and enforcement of privacy policies, procedures, and standards across all business units.
- Monitor and document data processing activities to identify compliance gaps, inconsistencies, or risks.
- Facilitate privacy audits and compliance reviews, preparing detailed findings, recommendations, and follow-up tracking.
- Assist in managing third-party risk assessments to ensure that vendors and partners meet privacy and security requirements.
- Coordinate the handling of data subject requests (access, rectification, erasure, portability), ensuring timely and accurate responses aligned with legal obligations.
- Support privacy incident response efforts, including initial investigations, impact assessments, and coordination with legal and IT teams.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive privacy documentation, including records of processing activities (ROPAs) and compliance reports.
- Collaborate with training teams to develop engaging, role-specific privacy awareness content and track employee participation.
- Stay informed on privacy regulations, industry best practices, and emerging privacy technologies to support continuous improvement.
- Ability to assess and lead mega project through committee assessments and be able to deal with multiple stakeholders.
- 360 view across main committee stakeholders “Data Privacy, Cyber Security and Information Security during leading the committee call and project assessment.
- Dealing with Group and Vodacom Data Privacy team in Group project within timely manner and be able to assess according to local law and regulations before approving\rejecting any project.
- Properly asses if any project would impact the local departments and make sure right stakeholders are aligned.
Not a perfect fit?
Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly? At Vodafone we are passionate about empowering people and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to still apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another opportunity.
Competencies and Qualifications
- Previous experience in Privacy or\and technology or\and legal or\and relevant role
- Ability to lead & influence cross functional teams
- Excellent communication, presentation & reporting skills
- Spotting any potential risk, provide potential solution “if any” or report to relevant management
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Must have technical / professional qualifications:
- CIPP\E is a plus
- Strong knowledge of GDPR and PDPL
- Familiar with the current company technical assets
- Previous experience in technology or compliance or relevant roles
- English language fluency
- Strong communication, presentation skills
- Proficient with MS PowerPoint and report writing
Who we are
We are a leading international Telco, serving millions of customers. At Vodafone, we believe that connectivity is a force for good. If we use it for the things that really matter, it can improve people's lives and the world around us. Through our technology we empower people, connecting everyone regardless of who they are or where they live and we protect the planet, whilst helping our customers do the same.
Belonging at Vodafone isn't a concept; it's lived, breathed, and cultivated through everything we do. You'll be part of a global and diverse community, with many different minds, abilities, backgrounds and cultures. ;We're committed to increase diversity, ensure equal representation, and make Vodafone a place everyone feels safe, valued and included.
If you require any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request as part of your recruitment journey, for example, extended time or breaks in between online assessments, please refer to https://careers.vodafone.com/application-adjustments/ for guidance.
Together we can.