Course Title: Data Privacy and Protection Fundamentals in Kenyan SACCOs

Duration: 1 Day (Full-Time)

Target Group: SACCO IT staff, compliance officers, data officers, branch managers, and senior management responsible for handling member information.

1. Executive Summary

This course equips SACCO staff with knowledge and skills to protect member data, comply with data protection laws, and establish secure information management practices. Participants will learn about privacy principles, legal requirements, risk assessment, cybersecurity practices, and best practices for safeguarding personal and organizational data.

2. Course Objectives

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

1. Understand the fundamentals of data privacy and protection.
2. Comply with Kenya’s Data Protection Act, 2019, and relevant regulations.
3. Identify risks to data security and privacy in SACCO operations.
4. Implement effective data protection and cybersecurity measures.
5. Develop organizational policies and strategies for data governance.

3. Expected Learning Outcomes

Participants will be able to:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of data protection laws applicable to SACCOs.
2. Identify and mitigate risks related to personal and organizational data.
3. Apply cybersecurity measures to protect member information.
4. Develop policies and procedures to ensure ongoing compliance with data privacy standards.
5. Promote a culture of data privacy and security within the SACCO.