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The duties and responsibilities of a Principal Records Management Officer will entail: Initiating appraisal and disposal of files, documents, and records in accordance with laid down rules and regulations; Ensuring efficient and effective management of records; Implementing records management strategies, standards, and guidelines; Providing technical advice on records management; Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and guidance; Enhancing audit trails to track the use and location of records; Ensuring a conducive environment for records and documents; Ensuring maintenance of an institutional repository; Maintaining documentation procedures for the closure of records during mergers and separations; Coordinating the identification of vital records for backup in the event of disaster; Coordinating the development of procedures and metadata; Spearheading, sensitization, and on-the-job training in the e-registry workflow system; and Ensuring a safe and conducive working environment.