Freedom Of Information And Privacy Manager

vor 1 Monat


Melbourne, Österreich State Of Victoria Vollzeit

Freedom of Information and Privacy ManagerAbout usThe Department of Government Services (DGS) was established on 1 January 2023 to improve everyone's experience of doing business and interacting with the Victorian government.
We bring important day-to-day services together in one department to make things easy and seamless for Victorians and businesses.
About the roleThe successful candidate will lead the DGS Freedom of Information (FOI) and Privacy team, who is responsible for coordinating, managing and processing FOI and privacy matters for the department.
The role will commence at a date agreed with the successful applicant in early 2025.
Key Accountabilities Provide leadership to the DGS FOI and Privacy team, promote the department's values and behaviours, and drive continuous improvement.Lead the department's compliance with its obligations under the Freedom of Information Act, including the processing and collating of information relating to requests for documents under the Freedom of Information Act 1982.Identify and respond to new and emerging strategic issues impacting on the operating environment.Provide authoritative and specialist reporting, advice and briefings to Ministers' offices and the Secretary on complex FOI matters and issues.Provide professional leadership and guidance to DGS staff and portfolio agencies where FOI requests are received.Initiate and manage the review and development of systems and processes for the effective delivery of FOI and for the continuous improvement of DGS's FOI performance and ability to provide access to information.Manage and maintain close liaison and effective relationships with other branches within DGS, other government departments and non-government organisations, including representation on inter-agency committees and task forces.Manage DGS FOI matters at the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal.Manage FOI reviews and complaints with the Office of the Victorian Information Commissioner.Act as a focal point within DGS for all matters related to privacy and personal information and ensure DGS compliance with the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014.Liaise with the Office of the Victorian Information Commissioner in relation to privacy complaints and the management of DGS's privacy policies and guidelines.Provide professional advice and guidance to DGS staff and portfolio agencies where privacy issues arise.Provide leadership in the delivery of privacy policies and guidance materials for DGS staff.Produce outstanding reports, correspondence and briefing materials on behalf of, and for, a variety of internal and external stakeholders in the areas of FOI and privacy.Lead the coordination and implementation of FOI projects, activities and tasks that come under the responsibility of the Office of the General Counsel including training.To be considered for the role, you must be able to demonstrate: Experience or demonstrated ability in managing and leading a team to provide technically excellent advice on complex issues and fostering professional development.Strong planning and organisation skills, and the ability to effectively utilise available resources.Excellent written and oral communication skills.Specialist knowledge of and demonstrated experience in the interpretation and application of the Freedom of Information Act 1982 and the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014.This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
How to apply Apply before the advertised closing date 11:59pm on Thursday, 7th of November 2024.
All applications should include:
a resume; anda cover letter which addresses the key selection criteria (within three pages)In accordance with the Jobs and Skills Exchange Policy, only Victorian Public Service employees or those with extended access to the Jobs and Skills Exchange are eligible to apply for this position.
Employees on labour hire contracts, such as agency staff and contractors, are not eligible to apply for this position.
For further information, please contact Penny Alexander, General Counsel at .
Other relevant information The department is committed to providing and maintaining a working environment which is safe and without risk to the health of its employees and clients and consistent with the department's obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (OH&S Act), to support this DGS has a COVID-19 Vaccination policy which strongly recommends all DGS employees be fully vaccinated.
Preferred candidates will be required to complete a Pre-employment Declaration and Consent Form.
Employment of successful candidates will be subject to a National Police Check.
DGS actively promotes diversity, inclusion and an equal opportunity workplace.
We welcome applicants from all diverse backgrounds, including people with disabilities and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
All roles at DGS can be worked flexibly, however it may differ from role to role.
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