Data Protection Officer
- Riyadh, Riyadh Province, Saudi Arabia
- Shared Services
Job description
Proudly voted a Great Place to Work®, we are a dynamic startup in the SaaS space that is revolutionizing the way businesses communicate. Our team is made up of 500 energetic and passionate Unifones who are dedicated to delivering the best possible experience to 5000+ customer-centric companies.
We pride ourselves on our fun and collaborative work environment, where creativity and new ideas are constantly encouraged. As shareholders in the business, we’re so much more than a group of passionate communicators. We are Unifones. Join our team and be a part of something big!
Meet the team!
The Data Protection Officer (DPO) is responsible for overseeing Unifonic’s compliance with the Saudi PDPL and applicable privacy regulations, ensuring that personal data across Unifonic’s CPaaS, SaaS, and AI products is processed lawfully, securely, and transparently.
The DPO acts as the independent privacy oversight function and advisor to management on data protection risks and regulatory obligations.
Help us shape the future of communication by:
Leading and maintaining Unifonic’s Privacy Management Framework
Maintaining RoPA and overseeing DPIAs/PIAs
Ensuring compliance with PDPL and SDAIA regulations
Overseeing Data Subject Request (DSR) handling and response timelines
Review and approve vendor DPAs and cross-border data transfers
Advising on privacy-by-design in new products and AI initiatives
Acting as a point of contact with regulators and supporting audits
Providing periodic privacy reporting to senior management
Leading privacy awareness and training programs for employees
Supporting customer-facing privacy transparency and education initiatives
Job requirements
2-4 years in privacy, compliance, or regulatory roles
Strong knowledge of Saudi PDPL
Experience in technology/SaaS environments
Certifications such as CIPP/E, CIPM, CIPT, or FIP preferred
Required Skills & Competencies :
Strong understanding of PDPL and SDAIA guidance
Experience with RoPA, DPIA, and DSR processes
Knowledge of cross-border data transfer rules
Vendor DPA review expertise
Ability to operate independently and objectively
Strong documentation and audit-readiness mindset
Executive communication and reporting capability
Ability to challenge business decisions constructively
As a Unifone, you will receive a range of benefits:
Competitive salary and bonus.
GOSI deduction coverage.
Unifonic share scheme (we are all owners!).
30 holiday days after the first anniversary.
Your Birthday off!
Spend up to 5 weeks per year working from anywhere in the world!
Paid leave for new parents.
- Riyadh, Riyadh Province, Saudi Arabia
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