What are the qualifications to be appointed as the Privacy Commissioner?
The Privacy Commissioner must be at least thirty-five years of age and importantly possess a good moral character. Furthermore, the appointed individual must demonstrate unquestionable integrity and known probity in their professional and personal life. The appointee must also be a highly recognized expert in the specific and specialized fields of information technology and data privacy. These mandatory qualifications for the head of the National Privacy Commission are strictly set forth in Section 9 Data Privacy Act. “The Privacy Commissioner must be at least thirty-five (35) years of age and of good moral character, unquestionable integrity and known probity, and a recognized expert in the field of information technology and data privacy. The Privacy Commissioner shall enjoy the benefits, privileges and emoluments equivalent to the rank of Secretary.” 21-May-26About Nicolas and De Vega Law Offices
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