GDPR and Data Protection Programme for Data Protection Officers (DPOs) in the Public Service

The GDPR and Data Protection Programme for Data Protection Officers (DPOs) in the Public Service is aimed at public servants with responsibility for Data Protection within their organisation, and has been developed to inform, and support, public sector Data Protection Officers in their roles, by providing a common shared approach and understanding of key data protection knowledge and challenges within the public sector.

The programme content has been informed, and guided by, the Civil Service DPO Network, in ensuring the key topics are relevant and appropriate to the work of DPOs, and the wider network of public servants supporting the GDPR and Data Protection function within their organisations.

It is envisaged that each iteration of the programme will evolve to reflect the current legislative requirements and updates, if any, in addition to the broader data protection knowledge base and subject matter expertise available to us.

Who is this for?

This GDPR and Data Protection Programme is for Public Service Data Protection Officers (DPOs) and those staff who support the GDPR & Data Protection function within their organisations.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the GDPR and Data Protection Programme for DPOs in the Public Service, participants will gain a practical understanding of their obligations under the law, how data sharing works in the public service, how to develop a compliant data sharing agreement, future changes in base registries, EU data sharing laws, and the fundamental data protection principles and responsibilities.

Delivery

This is a five day programme that is delivered in person at the Institute of Public Administration, 57-61 Lansdowne Road, Ballsbridge, D04 TC62.

Scheduled Dates

Module 1: 21-23 October 2024
Module 2: 14-15 November 2024

For further information about this programme or to book your place, please go to the IPA website here.