JOB OPPORTUNITY: Data Protection Advisor
JOB OPPORTUNITY: Data Protection Advisor
Organization: Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) – Switzerland
Location: Abuja (FCT), Nigeria
Application Deadline: 24th April 2026
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) (Doctors Without Borders) is an international humanitarian medical organization providing emergency assistance to people affected by conflict, epidemics, disasters, and lack of healthcare access. MSF operates independently and is guided by medical ethics, neutrality, impartiality, and independence.
The organization is currently recruiting a Data Protection Advisor to strengthen data protection systems and ensure compliance with international data privacy standards across MSF operations in Nigeria.
Role Overview:
The Data Protection Advisor will lead the implementation of data protection frameworks, policies, and compliance systems across MSF missions. The role involves advising departments, training staff, managing data risks, and ensuring proper handling of sensitive information in line with global best practices.
Key Responsibilities:
- Implement and promote data protection best practices across MSF missions
- Provide technical advice on data protection policies and procedures
- Train staff and ensure organization-wide awareness on data privacy
- Develop and review data protection policies and operational guidelines
- Map and manage data flows and maintain processing activity registers
- Conduct Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs)
- Manage personal data breaches and mitigation processes
- Ensure compliance in contracts with partners and service providers
- Monitor local and international data protection regulations
- Manage and support data protection focal persons across missions
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Computer Science, ICT, Statistics, or related field
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in data protection or privacy-related roles
- Certifications such as CIPP/E, CDPSE, or PIM are an advantage
- Experience in cybersecurity or digital security awareness is a plus
- Strong analytical, reporting, and stakeholder management skills
- Proficiency in MS Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint)
- Fluent English (French is an advantage)
- Experience with NGOs or humanitarian organizations is an advantage
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