Data Protection Officer

Edwin Macharia

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Data Protection Officer
Edwin Macharia is an accomplished Data Protection Officer with a strong background in regulatory compliance, data protection, and operational analytics. His comprehensive understanding of global privacy standards and data management enables him to support businesses in achieving compliance while optimizing processes for efficiency.
Regulatory Compliance Specialist
Edwin brings expertise in aligning organizational operations with data privacy laws, including GDPR and regional regulations. He excels at identifying risks, mitigating threats, and ensuring compliance across various sectors.
Cross-Functional Collaborator
With experience in diverse environments, Edwin thrives in coordinating with legal, risk, and technical teams to deliver impactful solutions that meet regulatory requirements and organizational goals.

Edwin's Philosophy

Edwin believes that effective data privacy management is the cornerstone of trust and innovation in modern business.

“Protecting data is not just about compliance; it’s about empowering businesses and individuals through trust and accountability.”

Education & Certifications

Certified Data Protection Officer

PECB

MSc. in International Business Management

Griffith College, Dublin

Bachelor of Commerce

University of Nairobi, Kenya

Diploma in Project Management

The Kenya Institute of Management

Projects & Achievements

Data Management Optimization

Spearheaded the migration of data from Excel spreadsheets to Salesforce CRM, ensuring seamless data quality checks and contributing to improved project planning.

Privacy Compliance at Scale

As a Digital Rights Analyst, Edwin resolved over 120 data privacy-related tickets daily, consistently exceeding performance targets by 20% and maintaining a quality score of 98%.

Fraud Investigation and KYC

Edwin conducted enhanced due diligence for high-risk profiles, flagging and escalating USD 120K+ in suspicious transactions, strengthening compliance processes.

Content Moderation and Regulatory Alignment

Played a pivotal role in safeguarding user data across Meta platforms by analyzing copyright infringement claims and updating workflows to align with regulatory changes.
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