Data Protection Officer – Contract Consultant

About the role

Transacta Financial Solutions is seeking an experienced Data Protection Officer consultant to lead compliance under Zimbabwe's Cyber and Data Protection Act, including the Data Controller licence application and renewal with POTRAZ. This contract engagement is ideal for a professional who prefers a focused, high‑impact project rather than a full‑time position. The consultant will work closely with internal teams to ensure policies, training and staff awareness are up‑to‑date.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the Data Controller licence application and renewal process with POTRAZ.
• Maintain comprehensive Records of Processing Activities (ROPA) across the business.
• Develop and maintain data protection policies, training programmes, and staff awareness initiatives.
• Conduct data protection impact assessments for new systems and projects.
• Act as the primary liaison for regulatory authorities and manage breach response procedures.

Required profile

• Data protection certification or demonstrated expertise (DPO certification, ISO/IEC 27001, or equivalent).
• Proven track record advising organisations on data protection matters, preferably as an independent consultant.
• Based in or able to work flexibly with Harare, Zimbabwe.