Rules for Appointing Personal Data Protection Officer Article 2 outlines the purpose of these Rules, which is to ensure clarity and consistency when appointing a Data Protection Officer (DPO). It establishes the basic requirements that Controllers must meet, explains the contexts in which a DPO must be appointed, and sets out the key responsibilities and functions of the DPO role.
It sets the scope, conditions, and expectations for DPO appointments.
These Rules aim at:
Rules for Appointing Personal Data Protection Officer Article 2 (1)
Minimum Requirements
Setting minimum requirements for appointing DPO.
Rules for Appointing Personal Data Protection Officer Article 2 (2)
Appointment Triggers
Clarification of concepts related to cases in which Controller shall appoint DPO.
Rules for Appointing Personal Data Protection Officer Article 2 (3)
DPO Responsibilities
Determining DPO Roles & Tasks
Explanation of Rules for Appointing Personal Data Protection Officer Article 2
Baseline criteria for appointment:
Rules for Appointing Personal Data Protection Officer Article 2 (1) says that the Rules define the least qualifications or steps necessary to formally appoint a DPO.
Situations requiring a DPO:
Rules for Appointing Personal Data Protection Officer Article 2 (2) says that they clarify when a Controller is legally obligated to appoint a DPO (e.g., due to processing nature or risk).
Definition of role and functions:
Rules for Appointing Personal Data Protection Officer Article 2 (1) says the article outlines what the DPO is expected to do, including oversight, compliance monitoring, and communication.
