Information Governance Officer (National Retention Review & Disposal (RRD) Support) - Band D - Counter Terrorism Policing (CTP)

Job Title: CTP - Information Governance Officer (National Retention Review & Disposal (RRD) Support)

Salary: £32,194 to £34,452 plus a Location allowance of £1,721. You will receive £32,194 the band minimum. Progress to the band maximum of £34,452 will be via incremental progression.

Location: West Brompton

Data has the power to transform Counter Terrorism Policing (CTP) – but it must be handled with care. As our Information Governance Officer, you’ll see that we meet our data protection obligations. As our use of data evolves, you’ll have the opportunity to grow and develop this newly created role. Bring your skills to CTP and help protect the UK.

Our Information Governance Unit is based within the Counter Terrorism Policing Headquarters (CTPHQ). It advises on all data compliance matters, upholding best practice and making sure that information is managed correctly. As part of this key unit, you’ll give guidance on RRD and the Management of Police Information (MoPI) to staff across CTP. It’s vital that data standards meet the expectations of CTPHQ and national governing bodies.

Day to day, you’ll be working with Information Asset Owners to review CTP’s RRD policy and standard operating procedures. You’ll also provide the National RRD Board with reports and maintain the risk register. Both tasks involve working with a wide range of contacts, both within and outside CTPHQ, so you must be collaborative, with good communication skills.

It’s also important that you’re organised and IT-literate with proven expertise. We’re looking for a sound understanding of data privacy and protection, including the Data Protection Act 2018. Above all, you must have the integrity to handle confidential information. Security vetting is required (if you don’t have clearance already).  

Now more than ever is the time to join the Met Police. We want our team to be representative of our country and are looking to recruit people who understand and reflect the diverse communities we engage with every day.

Besides the rewarding nature of the job itself, a competitive salary and a Civil Service pension, you'll also benefit from excellent career and professional development. If you’re looking to progress, this is an outstanding opportunity.

This is a national role and may require travel within the UK.

Job Role

The Compliance and Assurance Pillar is a department situated in the Counter Terrorism Policing Headquarters (CTPHQ), which supports the CT Policing Network, Specialist Operations business groups within the MPS and pillars within CTPHQ.

The Information Governance Unit is responsible for the strategic management and delivery of information compliance and governance.

The Unit’s main responsibilities include;

• To provide, advise & guide on all matters r elating to data compliance across the CT Policing Network
• To promote best practice and provide a consistent approach to data compliance across the CT Policing Network
• To identify, advise & support the development of all Data Sharing Agreements and Data Protection Impact Assessments between CT Policing and partners
• To lead on the development and maintenance of the information asset register and mitigate data risks
• To manage the Data Compliance Boards, to develop compliance across the CT Policing Network and manage compliance risks
• To ensure policies, processes and professional expertise to monitor, coordinate and deliver business related data protection issues
• To create and maintain a library of CT Policing information sharing, including Data Sharing Agreements (DSA), Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIA) and Memorandum of Understandings (MoU)
• To work in collaboration with stakeholders to identify where agreements are appropriate and how the information shared will be utilised
• To ensure compliance by installing regular reviews of shared information

Job Summary:

The Information Governance Officer (National RRD Support) will provide advice, guidance and support to staff that have a responsibility to conduct RRD on CTP’s information assets.   

Key Tasks

The post holder will be required to do the following:

• Advise the business on RRD and the Management of Police Information (MoPI) and provide guidance and reviews to ensure data standards met the expectations of the CTPHQ and National governing bodies
• Working with Information Asset Owners and RRD NCIA Lead, review and maintain CTP’s RRD Policy and Standard Operating Procedures
• Assist in developing awareness of and compliance with data protection legislation across CT Network
• Facilitate the National RRD Board with the production of slides, performance reports and dashboards, minutes and actions log
• Maintain the RRD risk register and ensure actions are updates in a timely manner
• Work collaboratively with external and internal stakeholders, ensuring a consistent approach to RRD
• Create and apply the, tools, templates, policies and processes to ensure consistent and correct information management
• Maintain advice logs, ensuring queries are addressed in a timely manner
• Ensure that appropriate information and templates are accessible
• Maintain a list of FAQs for reference, guidance and lessons learnt
• Work with Information

• Undertake other tasks as directed by the Head of Information Governance

There may be some travel across the CT Policing Network.

 Vetting

This post requires access to the most sensitive intelligence material on a daily basis. Applicants must hold or be prepared to undergo National Security Vetting (NSV) Security Check (enhanced) (SC(e)) level before taking up the post; with a willingness to undergo Developed Vetting (DV) once in post, if required. 

Additionally, this material is of particular sensitivity to the UK and its distribution must be restricted to UK nationals. In approved circumstances dual nationals (of which one element is British) may also be granted access. However, in the event that potential conflicts of interest cannot be managed the post holder will not be able to see the intelligence material and will not be able to perform their duties. For the purpose of safeguarding national security and in line with Cabinet Office Policy, supported by Section 82(2) to (4) of the Police Reform Act (2002), applicants who do not hold or acquire Security Check (enhanced) (SC(e)) or Developed Vetting (DV) clearance and meet the nationality requirements cannot be offered the post. 

Confidentiality Agreement

 Applicants should also be aware of the need to sign a confidentiality agreement on taking up the post.

 Our Employee Commitments

 Counter Terrorism Policing aims to create an inclusive and welcoming atmosphere and culture and an environment where all our people feel a strong sense of belonging and are able to reach their full potential. Where any group or individual can be and feel respected, supported and valued to fully participate and contribute to our mission of “Working to keep people safe from Terrorism”.

Inclusion, diversity and equality is at the front and centre of our approach to make the composition of Counter Terrorism Policing more representative of the communities we serve.  As Counter Terrorism is rooted in Local Policing, to tackle today’s complex policing challenges, applications from across all communities are therefore essential and encouraged. Counter Terrorism Policing as a network is committed to ensuring that disabled people and those with long-term health conditions have the opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspirations’.

Counter Terrorism Policing is committed to creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working arrangements, and including part time working or job share. In addition, this role has been reviewed following learning from work during the Covid pandemic and may be done in an agile manner. In the first instance, please contact the vacancy holder to discuss how such arrangements could be accommodated (where applicable). 

Counter Terrorism Policing recruitment is open to all, but we are keen to positively support those who are younger in service to join into our specialist environment.

Please click on the below link to view an online candidate information pack that will you give you an insight into the Met, the competency framework we use which shapes our daily work behaviours, the application process and a host of other information, that will help inform and support your application:

https://sscl-innovation.com/MPScandidatepack/

Click the apply now button below and start your career at the Met. Applications will be via a detailed CV, Personal Statement and online application form. Your personal statement should outline why you are interested in the role and how your skills and experience demonstrate your suitability for the role. (NB. Please do not attach 2 copies of your CV).

Completed applications must be submitted by 21st December 2022.

We view diversity as fundamental to our success. To tackle today’s complex policing challenges, we need a workforce made up from all of London’s communities. Applications from across the community are therefore essential.

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer the Met have committed to ensuring that disabled people and those with long-term health conditions have the opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspirations.

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