Under the direction of the Information Commissioner, the Deputy Commissioner provides strategic leadership and direction for the enterprise-wide operations of the Office of the Information Commissioner (OIC), with specific responsibility for the organization’s technical and administrative functions. The incumbent ensures the effective planning, coordination, and management of programmes and resources to support the achievement of the OIC’s mandate. The Deputy Commissioner performs the functions of the Information Commissioner in his or her absence, ensuring continuity of leadership and operations.
Management/Administrative
- Oversees the development of strategic plans of the divisions and branches under his/her direction;
- Develops the budget for the entity in keeping with established standards within the public sector;
- Contributes to the development of risk management and risk mitigation strategies and establishes appropriate risk management mechanisms based on best practices and GoJ policy guidelines;
- Develops appropriate human resource management and development policies for the entity;
- Directs the development of key performance indicators (KPIs), divisional plans, unit plans, and individual work plans;
- Assists in the preparation of reports, including Annual Reports, audited financial statements, and other reports required in the interest of transparency, accountability and good management of a public body;
Assists the Commissioner to coordinate the activities, plans and programmes of the OIC.
Technical
Provides advice to the Commissioner on matters relating to data protection and access to information;
Directs the ongoing review of the legislative, regulatory and policy frameworks within which the OIC operates;
Oversees the development of complaints mechanisms, including a complaints register;
Participates in and coordinates the strategic direction of the OIC;
Provides strategic leadership and support for the technical areas of the OIC particularly complaints, compliance and legal;
Leads the implementation of programmes to develop the institutional capacity and human resource capabilities of the OIC;
Leads the implementation, monitoring and ongoing review of agreements and memoranda of understanding with third-party entities for capacity-strengthening of the OIC in the areas of compliance monitoring, investigations and other technical areas of the operation of the entity;
Provides input for the preparation of submissions for Cabinet, Parliament and regional and international fora;
Develops information systems architecture to developed country standards to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the OIC;
Represents the Commissioner at meetings and in other fora.
Human Resources
Directs the implementation of talent acquisition, staff retention, succession planning, capacity development and other policies and strategies relating to the human resource of the entity;
Leads the implementation of programmes for performance management and appraisal and reward for the staff of the entity;
Provides leadership and guidance to the staff through effective planning, delegation, communication, mentorship, and coaching;
Monitors and evaluates the performance of direct reports.
Excellent mediation and negotiation skills;
Knowledge of the laws of Jamaica and the judicial system;
Excellent leadership and management skills;
Excellent planning and problem-solving skills;
Excellent organizational and communication skills;
Excellent time-management skills;
Good research and analytical skills;
Knowledge of legal principles and practices;
Ability to effectively translate ideas, concepts and information into either written or verbal form;
Ability to evaluate information and demonstrate sound judgment in decision-making;
Ability to write clearly and succinctly on the application of legal principles to factual situations;
Demonstrated team-building and collaborative skills.
Postgraduate Degree in Management Studies, Public Administration/Public Sector Management, Public Policy, Law, Information Technology, or related field;
Postgraduate qualification and experience in Management and Administration;
Familiarity with GoJ accountability framework including FAA Act, Public Bodies Management and Accountability Act and Procurement Act desired;
Demonstrated knowledge of the data protection and access to information national, regional and international landscape required;
Familiarity with Jamaica’s justice system a distinct asset;
Minimum seven (7) years’ working experience, including at least three (3) years at the level of head or deputy/chief of operations/chief technical director/principal director in an entity of similar size and complexity;
Experience in the areas of legal, regulatory and policy frameworks governing data protection or access to information or similar field required;
Experience in investigative work an asset.
Irregular and unscheduled working hours;
Regional and international travel may be required from time to time;
Agreeable office environment.
Applications MUST include a résumé and the names of two (2) references and should be addressed and submitted via email, no later than Monday, November 3, 2025 to:
The Human Resource Manager
Office of the Information Commissioner
The Masonic Building
45-47 Barbados Avenue
Kingston 5
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We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.