Advisor, Right to Information

Advisor, Right to Information (RTI) and Privacy As Advisor, RTI and Privacy, you will be responsible for the management and administration of the OQO’s compliance with the Information Privacy Act 2009 (Qld) (IP Act) and the Right to Information Act 2009 (Qld) (RTI Act). You will be the first point of contact for both internal and external stakeholders in responding to enquiries and requests in relation to privacy and right to information. You will exercise decision making powers under the RTI Act, assess privacy complaints and conduct privacy impact assessments. You will also contribute to policy development, training and reporting on these matters. Responsibilities Exercise delegated decision making power under the RTI Act, and respond to administrative access applications. Undertake all steps necessary in the above decision-making processes, including consulting with internal and external stakeholders in relation to requests for access to OQO information. Provide internal advice concerning RTI and privacy, including about the Queensland Privacy Principles, potential privacy breaches, privacy complaints and conducting privacy impact assessments. Assess and manage privacy breaches and suspected breaches, in consultation with General Counsel. Manage communications with the Office of the Information Commissioner, including in relation to external reviews and privacy breach notifications, in consultation with General Counsel. Contribute to the development and review of policies, processes and systems, related to information access and privacy. Use research, analytical and writing skills to prepare letters, reports, briefing notes, submissions, presentations, complaint responses and associated materials related to information access and privacy. Deliver and assist with the development of information access and privacy awareness education. Maintain registers related to privacy and RTI, assist in reporting to senior management, and in meeting OQO's statutory reporting obligations. Expectations Model exemplary standards of personal integrity and ethics and demonstrate the Office's values in all interactions internal and external to the Office. Work collaboratively with other team members, participate in meetings and training programs, and actively monitor, review and assist with improvements to policy, procedure, process and administrative practice across the Office and stakeholder agencies. Provide support and guidance for a culturally inclusive and safe workplace, ensuring cultural identity and perspectives are valued. Adhere to the OQO Code of Conduct and values; workplace health and safety legislation; confidentiality policies; all other relevant policies, directives and legislation. Meet personal performance expectations and standards. Undertake other duties as directed by relevant senior officers. Role Appointments to the OQO are based on merit. We will assess your merit for this role by looking at what you have done previously – the knowledge, ability, skill and experience you have built, your potential for development and how this will benefit the OQO. Within the context of this role, the ideal applicant will be someone who: Vision Undertakes objective, systematic analysis and draws accurate conclusions and identifies and implements improved work practices. You identify broader influences or problems that may impact on your work objectives and work within agreed guidelines to make decisions about the management and dissemination of information. Results Communicates in a clear, succinct and deliberate manner, adjusting the message for different stakeholders. You have an ability to identify opportunities for improvement and value specialist expertise. You establish clear plans and timeframes, monitor task progress and manage priorities and see projects through to completion and commit to achieving quality outcomes, seeking feedback from your supervisor to gauge satisfaction. Accountability Provides impartial advice and justifies your own position when challenged. You take personal responsibility for progressing and completing work and you show commitment to learning and self-development. You maintain effective performance levels even in challenging, uncertain or difficult circumstances. You check and confirm the accuracy of information before release. Technical Expertise Have or has the ability to rapidly acquire demonstrated skills in the application and interpretation of the RTI Act and the IP Act including relevant decision-making processes. Occupational Group Administration. #J-18808-Ljbffr