Data Protection Manager

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to work for an organisation that makes a difference? An organisation that nurtures its people, encourages development, and rewards staff for their hard work. If the answer is yes, then this is the place for you! We are looking for an experienced and highly motivated data protection expert to join the Secretariat Team. You will embrace the challenge that such a varied role brings. Position: Data Protection Manager Location: Oxford/Hybrid Hours: Part-time, 15 hours a week Contract: Permanent Closing Date: Midnight, Sunday 5 July 2026 Interviews: Tuesday 21 July 2026, Oxford The Role A highly valued role in the Secretariat Team of the Oxford Diocesan Board of Finance (ODBF) has become available due to the portfolio growth of the existing postholder. This is an important role which combines high quality General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) advice and collegiate support, policy and practice development and hands‑on case management, such as undertaking Subject Access Requests (SARs). You will directly support ODBF staff, including training and response to queries and proactive advice and support to area teams (bishops, archdeacons and their teams) and parishes. The role provides an excellent opportunity for varied work, especially for someone who enjoys the full breadth and depth of data protection work. Although there is no direct line management responsibility, the role requires working well in a team, supporting others with confidence in your personal decision‑making. Whilst the role involves managing autonomously the full portfolio of data protection issues on a part‑time basis, it sits within a friendly, high‑functioning and highly motivated team, supported by the Director of Secretariat. About You You will embrace the challenge that such a varied role brings. With proven knowledge and experience in offering timely, high‑quality advice and guidance on GDPR issues and a ‘can‑do’ approach to case work, you will deliver excellent, meaningful support to the ODBF, area teams and parishes. You will be flexible in your working style and collegiate in spirit, with confident communication skills and excellent attention to detail. You will be comfortable prioritising competing demands and in dealing with information of a sensitive and sometimes emotive nature. In return, there will be many opportunities for you to enhance your skill set and gain new experiences, whilst performing a highly valued role, in an organisation striving to make a positive difference. This role can be fulfilled on a hybrid basis, with some requirement for a physical presence in the office (Church House Oxford, Kidlington, Oxford, OX5 1GF). You do not need to be a practising Christian or have a faith to work with us - around 50% of our staff are not practising Christians but are comfortable with the Christian ethos that underpins our work. However, all our staff do have a shared desire to make a difference. The successful candidate must have the right to live and work in the United Kingdom. We are particularly keen to receive applications from UK Minority Ethnic / Global Majority heritage and disabled candidates, who are currently underrepresented. Our client is committed to the safeguarding, care, and nurture of everyone within the church community. They follow and are committed to their Safeguarding Policies and the relevant statutory legislation and guidance, 'Working together' to ensure the welfare of children and young people is paramount. You may have experience in other areas such as Data, Data Protection, Data Manager, Data Protection Manger, Data Officer, Data Protection Officer, GDPR Manager, GDPR Officer. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, Not For Profit People. #INDNFP #J-18808-Ljbffr