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Title : Head of Digital, Data & Technology Location: Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service Headquarters, Sadler Road, Winsford, CW7 2FQ Hours: 37 hours per week (Permanent, Full Time Position) Salary: £74,934.96 - £82,220.47 per annum based on experience Closing date: Sunday 23 November 2025 at midnight Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service (CFRS) is a high-performing, innovative and progressive organisation focused on delivering outstanding prevention, protection and response services to achieve its vision; a Cheshire where there are no deaths, injuries or damage from fires and other emergencies. The Service is seeking a dynamic leader with a passion for technology and innovation to join its Senior Leadership Team as the new Head of Digital, Data and Technology. Reporting directly to the Deputy Chief Fire Officer, the successful candidate will be the driving force behind our IT and digital transformation agenda. Providing strategic direction and planning alongside operational management, the head of service will ensure effective delivery of all IT systems and services and will champion a culture of continuous improvement using digital tools and technology. The Service is in the process of re-establishing its ICT function after some time being provided externally. The post holder will be responsible for leading the strategic development of the department; shaping the future operating model, managing the transition, and developing new and transformational ways of working to improve performance and standards and ensure compliance. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious, forward-thinking individual, with the right technical knowledge and leadership skills to shape the digital vision, strategy and roadmap for the Service. We are dedicated to advancing gender diversity at all levels of our organisation and strongly encourage applications from women, particularly for senior leadership roles where female representation remains limited across the fire and rescue service. We recognise that talent and potential are not defined solely by traditional career paths or checklists of experience, and we welcome applicants who can bring strategic vision, leadership, and a fresh perspective to this position. Please note, all applications will be assessed purely on merit. To apply candidates are required to submit a CV accompanied by a supporting statement of up to 2,000 words, that demonstrates suitability and provides relevant examples against the job description and person specification which can be found within the recruitment pack on our website at http://www.cheshirefire.gov.uk/ These should be emailed to recruitment@cheshirefire.gov.uk quoting job reference number 41/25/HDDT. For an informal discussion about the role please contact the Executive Support team on 01606 868816 to arrange a telephone call with Katie Whitehead, Head of Service Improvement. Closing Date for Applications: 23/11/2025 Midnight. Workplace Adjustments and Accommodations It is important that you consider at an early stage of the process if you would like to request arrangements that will assist you in completing the selection process. For example, in relation to disability; a neurodiverse condition such as dyslexia; pregnancy; religion or belief; or injury etc. Any requests for workplace adjustments will be treated with the utmost confidence. Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service (CFRS) is committed to keeping vulnerable adults, children and young people safe from harm in all of the work that CFRS undertakes. CFRS recognises that it has a legal and moral obligation to safeguard these groups of people. Furthermore, it acknowledges that the protection of vulnerable adults, children and young people from harm is the responsibility of everybody within the organisation. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive leadership team and strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, particularly those from groups historically underrepresented in the fire and rescue service. We value a broad range of perspectives and experiences, and welcome candidates who can demonstrate the strategic insight, leadership capability, and commitment to excellence that this role demands.  

Role Summary Be at the forefront of ICT improvements and transformation within the Fire & Rescue Service (AF&RS). We are seeking a visionary leader to shape our future ICT and digital strategy, make further improvements to our infrastructure and ensure our ICT systems are resilient, reliable, and accessible to all staff 24/7. This is a new role leading the development of an integrated ICT strategy and technology roadmap and overseeing the delivery of technology initiatives. This business-critical position will require you to work effectively with key stakeholders to create and implement an ICT strategy which aligns with our organisational goals and ambitions, ensures the integration and enhancement of our systems and improved user experience.  This role will require an ambitious, forward-thinking individual who has the technical knowledge, drive and passion to make a big difference. You will have a unique opportunity to make the role your own and bring your experience, ideas, influencing skills and technical expertise to our organisation.  With challenging budgets, a creative and innovative approach is key, as is the exploration of potential funding sources.   Some of the things you’ll be doing   Strategic Leadership : Drive continuous improvement, culture change, and effective performance management. Act as the advocate for AF&RS’s digital vision, engaging leadership and representing AF&RS in local and national digital forums. Expert Consultation : Offer expert guidance on ICT matters to senior stakeholders and the Fire Authority, enabling discussions on modern ICT and digital technology. System Management : Ensure the efficiency, reliability, security, and cost-effectiveness of ICT systems and technology. Oversee external IT helpdesk providers and business continuity plans. Infrastructure Enhancement : Drive continual improvements to the ICT infrastructure to ensure a solid foundation and enhanced user experience. Collaborate with stakeholders to define and implement improvements, presenting robust business cases for investment. Digital Horizon-Scanning : Stay updated on digital developments and evaluate new technologies potential benefits, risks, and affordability aligned with the ICT strategy. Strategy Development : Lead the creation and implementation of AF&RS’s cohesive ICT and Digital Strategy, fostering innovative and integrated improvements. Project Oversight : Oversee the successful delivery of all ICT, digital, and systems projects. Establish governance structures, aligning with the ICT strategy and legal compliance. Change Management : Implement efficient change processes, improving service quality and business continuity while minimising disruption. Risk Management: Proactively assess and monitor ICT-related risks across AF&RS, implementing effective controls and mitigations. Resource Optimisation : Develop an appropriate ICT organisational structure, optimising internal and external resources to ensure delivery and an integrated approach. Team Leadership : Provide training and mentoring to internal ICT staff, fostering a responsive and agile cross-functional team. Stakeholder Engagement: Liaise with stakeholders across AF&RS, building strong internal networks to maximise technology benefits. Policy Implementation : Develop and implement up-to-date ICT policies ensuring robust controls across AF&RS. Liaise with internal data protection teams, ensuring ICT developments are compliant with relevant information legislation. Act as the Deputy Senior Risk Owner ensuring high-quality governance standards and compliance. Training Alignment : Identify and evaluate ICT training aligned with the ICT strategy and budget requirements. Budget Management : Manage ICT budgets aligned with the ICT strategy, forecasting and reviewing budgetary arrangements and exploring potential funding opportunities.   What we’ll need from you:   Essential: Proven experience in senior ICT leadership role, driving digital transformation and strategy (ideally within the emergency services or public sector – but not essential). Demonstrable experience in design, sourcing, transition, delivery and implementation of new technology and data capabilities. Excellent up-to-date technical knowledge of ICT and the technology landscape. Extensive knowledge of digital, data and technology regulations and best practice methodologies (e.g. ITIL, ISO) and performance benchmarking. You will also maintain up-to-date technical knowledge of ICT and the technology landscape. Significant experience of leading and managing high performing teams (via direct or matrix management). Proven experience of strategic service planning, business processes, developing, leading, and implementing IT/ICT strategies and change programs. Experience of successfully managing high quality business-as-usual (BAU) ICT, while also inspiring, leading, and driving innovative solutions. Proven experience of proactively managing business continuity and cyber security arrangements. Significant experience of dealing with vendors and third parties including experience of procuring, negotiating, and robustly managing business-critical service contractors. Degree level education, or equivalent, in business, computer science or a related field of study, or proven relevant business experience. Professional ICT qualifications (such as ITIL or accredited status such as Chartered IT Professional CITP), or equivalent through a combination of proven relevant training, experience and evidenced continuing professional development. Highly effective communication and influencing skills across the full breadth of written, verbal, presentation, and digital media. You will be able to engage, advise and explain technical matters in a non-technical way. Adaptable, inclusive, and values-based leadership and people management skills. Relationship building and collaboration skills with the ability to influence strategic thinking and approaches to complex service issues. Strong analytical, research, numerical and decision-making skills, to deal with complex service delivery. Ability to manage and prioritise high workloads, with pressing and conflicting deadlines.   Desirable: Comprehensive budget-creation and budget-management experience including identifying and evaluating opportunities, negotiation, and delivering efficiencies. Experience of working in a climate of transformation and/or continuous improvement and supporting others in uncertain times. Experience of working for an emergency service or local authority. Experience of Information and Data Governance and/or of being a Senior Risk Information Officer (SIRO) or Deputy SIRO. Experience of portfolio and project management methodologies and tailoring these for significant ICT projects and organisational context. Proven ICT risk management experience.  High level of political awareness and acuity to interact with senior stakeholders and elected Members. Foundation or Practitioner level qualification in programme or project management.   What you can expect in return  27 days annual holiday (plus public holidays) rising to 31 days after 5 years, and 32 after 10 years of service Local Government Pension - Defined Benefit Scheme Flexible and hybrid working Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme Cycle to Work scheme Welfare and Wellbeing services Staff Engagement Groups Access to a Medical Intervention Scheme which can support staff to access private medical assessments and treatments Access to Blue Light card with offers online and high street discounts Use of the multi-gym, sports hall, restaurant, free parking, and beautiful open surroundings at our Headquarters in Portishead  Please note - as this post is based at our Headquarters which we share with Avon & Somerset Police, the successful applicant will be required to undergo a security clearance check & DBS check.   Further Information   If you would like to have an informal conversation with the hiring manager for this role please contact recruitment@avonfire.gov.uk to request this.   How to apply: The full job description can be found on our careers pages: Head of ICT | Yes You Can! The Avon Fire & Rescue Service Job .  Once you have read the job description please submit a tailored CV demonstrating how your skills and experience match the requirements of the role.  Late applications will not be accepted. Please quote job reference number 1023 [JD number] on any communications. Thank you.   Avon Fire & Rescue Service is committed to securing equality of opportunity. W e welcome applications from all members of our community who are currently under-represented at Avon Fire & Rescue Service, particularly women, Disabled people and members of ethnic minority communities.

Global Data Protection Officer Location: Cambridge, UK / Macclesfield, UK / Gothenburg, SWE Competitive salary and benefits package The Global Data Protection Officer functions at an advanced level of complexity spanning data processing activities across the enterprise. The role reports to the Head of Operations and Innovation for Global Compliance and has a dotted-line into the Deputy Chief Compliance Officer to ensure direct access to both Senior Management and the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors with respect to data privacy matters. The GDPO serves as the Data Protection Officer for AZ in jurisdictions in which a DPO is a central role to privacy governance, including, but not limited to the EU, UK, Brazil, etc. The GDPO will be the central point of contact for data subjects and supervisory authorities. In addition to EU/UK data protection officer responsibilities, this role is also responsible for global horizon scanning and providing advice and oversight based upon strong subject matter expertise and guidance across the elements of an effective compliance program with respect to data privacy. The GDPO works closely with the rest of the Data Privacy Office and broader compliance organisation to enhance privacy risk management and compliance while embedding and fostering a privacy mindset across AZ. Typical Accountabilities Company representative for data subjects and supervisory authorities: Point of contact for supervisory authorities related to AZ data processing activities and data subjects Maintain required licenses, registrations and other local regulatory requirements to enable compliant processing and transfer of personal data within the AZ Group and among AZ partners/vendors (e.g., Binding Corporate Rules) Oversight of responses to subject access requests Consult with members of the Global Privacy Office when required on data protection impact assessments and serve as contact to authorities as required on data protection impact assessments and other privacy impact assessments Reporting of significant and/or serious breaches (whether requiring external notice or otherwise), including advice on remediation measure, related oversight and trend analysis All Deputy Data Privacy Officers will have a dotted-line to the GDPO to ensure he/she is able to effectively communicate with data subjects and cooperate with supervisory authorities as needed Partner with the Global Assurance team within Global Compliance, Internal Audit and independent auditing resources (where necessary) to monitor compliance with applicable data protection and privacy laws and broader data privacy requirements and provide assurance on effectiveness of our global compliance program with respect to data privacy risk Advisor (in consultation with Global Privacy Officer Leadership, legal, outside counsel and local resources as necessary) for members of the Privacy Office and other Global Compliance personnel in their support of the business and evolution of the global privacy program with respect to: Company policy and implementation Data protection impact assessments Ongoing monitoring and enhancing risk assurance capabilities Evolving expectations of supervisory authorities Remediation and continuous improvement activities Unique, novel or high risk business activities or projects as needed As the leader of AZ Privacy Risk and Assurance function, manage horizon scanning for key jurisdictions globally related to regulatory developments, proposed legislations, expectations of supervisory authorities and best practices (in consultation with legal, external counsel and local resources as needed) Collaborating with the members of the Privacy Office, Data Privacy Forums/DDPOs and broader Global Compliance committee, as well as key stakeholders from IT, HR, and the business, to fulfil his/her responsibilities and to foster a global privacy mindset across AZ. Education, Qualifications, Skills and Experience Essential: Legal degree or qualifications with extensive experience in privacy law and/or Data Privacy Programs. In-depth knowledge of GDPR, EU/EEA local data protection legislation, UK Privacy Act and UK GDPR, familiarity with US, China and other local data privacy regulations Significant experience and knowledge of privacy program elements and best practices/tools Substantial experience working in a multi-national and multi-regional organization in a highly regulated sector Familiarity with data processing operations in the Global Bio- pharmaceutical sector Significant experience in pharmaceuticals or a related industry; corporate governance, health care regulations, laws and standards Excellent analytical, written and oral communications skills Strong collaborative, partnering, and interpersonal skills, ability to influence across different levels and sectors of the organisation Strong experience speaking to and working with senior leaders, including Board members and executive team members Demonstrated ability to work independently High ethical standards, trustworthy, operating with absolute discretion Demonstrated ability to remain independent and objective while collaborating effectively with stakeholders Desirable In-depth knowledge of US federal and state privacy regulations and China privacy/cyber-security regulations IAPP certifications (e.g., CIPP/US, CIPT, CIPM) CIPP certification High degree of digital literacy, familiarity with use of AI, machine learning and automation in across different business applications (e.g., marketing, business services and processes, research and drug development activities) Familiarity with computer security frameworks and technologies Experience interacting with regulatory authorities, auditors, inspectors, and other third external assurance stakeholders Why AstraZeneca? At AstraZeneca we're dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There's no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development. We're on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare. So, what's next? Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we can't wait to hear from you! Where can I find out more? Our Social Media, Follow AstraZeneca on LinkedIn Follow AstraZeneca on Facebook Follow AstraZeneca on Instagram r Job open date: 09/09/2022 Job closing date: 30/09/2022