Access and Privacy Officer
Winnipeg, MB
Manitoba Hydro is consistently recognized as one of Manitoba's Top Employers! We are a leader among energy companies in
North America, recognized for providing highly reliable service and exceptional customer satisfaction. Join our team of Manitoba's
best as we continue to build a company that champions safety, supports innovation, and delivers on our commitment to customer
service - while actively fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace reflective of the communities we serve.
Great Benefits
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Defined-benefit pension plan for long-term financial security.
- Nine-day work cycle, typically resulting in every other Monday off to support a balanced approach to work, family life and
community.
Position Overview:
The Access and Privacy Officer (APO) is a leader within Manitoba Hydro's Privacy Office and will have the opportunity to help shape
and grow a key second line of defense function. Under the guidance of the Chief Privacy Officer (CPO), the APO works across a
broad range of initiatives and partners with cross-functional teams to embed strong privacy governance, effective privacy risk
management, and responsible data protection practices across the enterprise. This role will require adaptability and sound judgment
to manage shifting priorities, support diverse projects, and collaborate with multiple stakeholders to drive solutions.
In this capacity, the APO provides independent oversight, guidance, and challenge to business areas to ensure privacy risks are
effectively identified, managed, and mitigated in accordance with legislative, regulatory and organizational requirements. The role is
responsible for establishing privacy frameworks, policies, and standards; advising and monitoring compliance obligations; and
promoting a strong culture of privacy and accountability across the organization.
The APO will also have the opportunity to develop expertise across dynamic and evolving areas including new technology and will
serve as an expert on privacy matters as it relates to the achievement of enterprise goals, strategic initiatives, and foundational
values. The APO is responsible for overseeing access to information requests, providing access and privacy expertise across the
enterprise, ensuring compliance with applicable legislations and regulations, and advancing the ongoing development and maturity
of the Enterprise Privacy Program.
Responsibilities:
- Act as an APO for the corporation in accordance with applicable legislation for purposes of The Freedom of Information and
Protection of Privacy Act (C.C.S.M. c. F175) (FIPPA), The Access and Privacy Regulation 64/98, The Personal Health
Information Act (C.C.S.M. c. P33.5) (PHIA), and The Personal Health Information Regulation 245/97).
- Oversee and manage the intake, coordination, and response to access to information requests in collaboration with the
Access and Privacy Coordinator, CPO, and legal counsel, as required.
- Lead and support the development, implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the Enterprise Privacy
Program, including establishing and maintaining privacy policy, governance, risk and control frameworks, advanced tools,
procedures and guidelines.
- Contribute and lead access and privacy education and awareness initiatives across an assigned portfolio of business areas
across the enterprise.
- Perform privacy risk assessments; plan, design, and complete compliance reviews, reporting and monitoring; and participate
in audits.
- Lead and conduct complex privacy impact assessments, providing independent and objective analysis of privacy risks and
practical recommendations.
- Collaborate with project teams to support medium to complex digital and technology-enabled initiatives to ensure privacy
requirements are incorporated by design.
- Provide subject matter expertise in the management of privacy incidents/complaints/breaches, of varying complexity, in a
timely and professional manner.
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