- Based in Bray or Arklow Administration Offices
- Hybrid working options available
- Permanent parttime role
Are you someone who loves bringing order to complexity, supporting people, and helping an organisation do things the right way? Sunbeam House Services is looking for a Data Protection Coordinator to join our team and play a vital role in safeguarding the rights, privacy, and trust of the people we support.
This is a warm, peoplecentred organisation where your work genuinely matters and where youll be part of a collaborative, valuesdriven community.
Youll be the organisational heartbeat behind GDPR, FOI and information governance activities ensuring that good practice isnt just written in policies, but lived in everyday work.
As the job description states, you will support the Data Protection&; Freedom of Information Officer in the daytoday coordination, administration, and implementation of data protection and freedom of information activities across Sunbeam House Services. Your work helps protect peoples rights, strengthens trust, and supports highquality services.
Youll be the goto person for coordination, organisation, and practical support across all things data protection:
- Operational GDPR Support helping maintain ROPAs, DPIAs, data sharing agreements, and tracking actions from audits.
- Subject Access & FOI Requests logging, tracking, coordinating responses, and preparing documentation.
- Incident & Breach Administration acting as the first point of contact, gathering facts, documenting issues, and escalating promptly.
- Training & Awareness coordinating GDPR/FOI training and supporting staff with everyday data protection queries.
- Information Governance Support working closely with ICT and Records teams on secure handling, retention, and minimisation.
- Reporting & Continuous Improvement helping compile dashboards, KPIs, and audit materials.
Youll never be expected to act as the DPO the role is clearly defined as supportive, not statutory.
Were looking for someone who is organised, thoughtful, and committed to doing things right.
Essential:
- Qualification or experience in Data Protection, Information Governance, Compliance, Administration, Legal, Healthcare or Social Care
- Practical knowledge of GDPR and Irish data protection law
- Excellent organisational and documentation skills
- Strong communication and stakeholdersupport abilities
- High discretion and respect for confidentiality
- Strong IT skills (Microsoft Office)
- Full driving licence and access to a car
Desirable:
- Experience in healthcare, disability, or regulated services
- Familiarity with FOI processes
- Experience supporting audits or compliance programmes
- Experience working with ICT or records management teams
Youll collaborate with the Senior Leadership Team, ICT, People & Culture, Managers, Administration and Quality Teams all while being supported directly by the Data Protection & FOI Officer.
Sunbeam House Services is deeply committed to equality, dignity, and inclusion. We value the unique background, experience, and perspective each person brings. Youll join a workplace where you can grow, contribute, and be yourself.
