The Information Regulator of South Africa is an independent statutory body established under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) of 2013 and the Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA) of 2000. It is responsible for monitoring and enforcing compliance with these laws, ensuring that both public and private entities handle personal information lawfully and that citizens have access to information when needed.
Main Functions of the Information Regulator:
- Enforcing POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act)
- Ensures that personal information is processed lawfully, fairly, and transparently.
- Investigates complaints about the misuse of personal data.
- Issues fines or penalties for non-compliance.
- Overseeing PAIA (Promotion of Access to Information Act)
- Ensures that citizens can access information from government and private entities when legally required.
- Handles complaints related to the denial of information requests.
- Handling Complaints & Investigations
- Investigates cases where personal data is misused or where access to information is unfairly denied.
- Takes legal action against non-compliant entities.
- Raising Awareness & Providing Guidance
- Educates businesses, government institutions, and the public about their rights and responsibilities under POPIA and PAIA.
Why is the Information Regulator Important?
- Protects South African citizens’ personal information from misuse.
- Ensures transparency and accountability in how information is managed.
- Strengthens privacy rights and access to information laws.
The Information Regulator can take action against companies or government departments that fail to protect personal data or refuse to provide legally required information.
THE FOLLOWING VACANCIES ARE AVAILABLE:
- Accountant: Financial Accounting
- Human Resources Practitioner
- Administrative Officer: Records And Registry Services
- Internal Auditor
- Assistant Manager: Office of the Chairperson
- Assistant Manager: Supply Chain Management
- Senior Security Compromise Officer: Legal
- Assistant Researcher
- Researcher: Policy And Legislation
- Executive: PAIA
- Senior Manager: Financial Accounting
- Senior Manager: Internal Auditor
- Senior Systems Developer
- Senior Legal Researcher
- Members of the Enforcement Committee
APPLICATIONS:
- Applicants should use the application form of employment for the Regulator
- Applications with an incorrect application form will not be considered.
- Application forms with incorrect reference number will not be considered
- Please ensure that the form is signed and dated before you submit your application.
- Please use your signature or valid e-signature and your name written in block/typed print.
- Candidates are advised that Parts A,B,C and F are compulsory . Part D is not compulsory if you have information on your C.V.
VIEW THE VARIOUS VACANCIES AT THE INFORMATION REGULATOR (SOUTH AFRICA) HERE
DOWNLOAD THE INFORMATION REGULATOR (SOUTH AFRICA) EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION FORM HERE
CLOSING DATE: 21 FEBRUARY 2025
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