Executive General Manager, Information RightsSalary will be negotiated with the successful candidate, commensurate with the work level standards at the SES B2 level.
Location: Sydney CBD (preferred location), however we will consider candidate applications from all other locations within Australia.
Closing Date: Thursday, 21 November 2024 at 11:59pm AEDT
About the Office of the Australian Information CommissionerWorking with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) will put you at the forefront of data protection and access to information regulation. As an independent statutory agency, the OAIC's work is of national significance and plays an important role in shaping Australia's information handling landscape across the economy - from government, digital platforms and the online environment, to health, finance and telecommunications. Our mission is to uphold and promote Australia's privacy and freedom of information laws.
We are an agency within the Attorney-General Department's portfolio with responsibility for:
privacy functions under the Privacy Act 1988 and the Digital ID Act 2024freedom of information functions, in particular review of decisions made by agencies and ministers under the Freedom of Information Act 1982privacy and confidentiality functions in relation to the Consumer Data Right (CDR) under the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (CCA).SES Leadership Roles in the OAICSES within the OAIC work as a united team, collaborating and supporting each other and staff in achieving outcomes for the Australian community, and ensuring the agency's success.
You will demonstrate leadership that aligns with the values of the OAIC, which include:
Modelling and championing the OAIC's Guiding Principles ('4 Pillars'): being proactive, proportionate, purpose-driven and people-focused.Possessing integrity and demonstrating alignment with the APS Values: Impartial, Committed to service, Accountable, Respectful, Ethical and Stewardship.Empowering staff to make decisions and supporting a shift to a more harm-focused regulatory approach for the OAIC.Supporting OAIC's Commissioners to set the strategic direction of the OAIC, communicating that direction internally and externally, and leading your team to deliver on it.Teams/Functions the Role OverseesYou will have oversight and leadership of the FOI Case Management, Privacy Case Management, and Intake and Triage branches.
Key RelationshipsYou will be expected to develop and maintain effective and productive working relationships with a broad range of external stakeholders including portfolio agencies, government, academia, private sector and the Minister's Office. You will represent the OAIC at high levels within and outside government and build strong working relationships across the OAIC, particularly with the Commissioners and SES colleagues.
You will provide leadership, guidance and mentoring of staff within the branches to foster their professional development and career progression.
About The RoleYou will have recognised expertise in public administration and leadership, preferably in the context of transforming or overseeing complex statutory programs. You will be accountable for a range of different legislative schemes and will need to strategically balance priorities and resources to optimise efficiency and effectiveness, achieve outcomes, and engage with risk.
Key responsibilities of the role include:
Leading the FOI Case Management, Privacy Case Management, and Intake and Triage branches, enhancing approaches to delivery while balancing competing demands on resources.Initiating and overseeing the implementation of multiple, integrated change initiatives with outcomes that significantly impact communities and stakeholders.Acting as deputy to one of the OAIC's Commissioners, supporting the Commissioners in all aspects of their work.Ensuring the OAIC's delivery of services to the Australian community to promote and uphold access to information rights.Leading the development of systems and processes to ensure teams and individuals within the Information Rights division are performing effectively.Effectively overseeing the appropriate expenditure of funds.Guiding and directing the leadership group of the Information Rights Division to develop a high performing, multidisciplinary, collaborative and innovative culture.Developing and overseeing strategies to reduce or eliminate the OAIC's backlog of casework.Leading and overseeing critical stakeholder relationships and ensuring staff engage effectively with stakeholders.Establishing and driving a strategic agenda that aligns with and supports the Commissioners' priorities.Job Specific Capabilities, Skills & ExperienceWe are seeking applications from candidates who have:
Legal qualifications or extensive experience managing in a regulatory environment.Demonstrated experience in the proportionate management of resources to achieve effective outcomes.Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to inspire and guide teams.Experience in leading agencies or significant business areas through change.Experience in managing the development and implementation of complex organisational policies.In-depth knowledge of the Freedom of Information Act 1982 and the Privacy Act 1988, or the ability to quickly acquire this knowledge.Ability to provide impartial and forthright advice to leaders.Management or public administration qualifications (e.g., MBA/MPA) are preferred.
These duties are to be performed in accordance with the APS Code of Conduct and APS Values and Office policies.
Security RequirementsYou must be able to obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting Level 1 security clearance.
This role is considered an Officer under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 and is required to exercise due diligence in complying with the obligations under this Act.
Remuneration and BenefitsSalary will be negotiated with the successful candidate, commensurate with the work level standards at the SES B2 level.
The OAIC is committed to enabling its people to perform at their best and offers the following benefits:
Opportunity to work at the cutting edge of privacy and data protection.Access to ongoing professional development.Genuine flexibility to help achieve a balance between work and home life.Additional paid leave over the Christmas to New Year period.Contribution to your wellbeing through subsidies for eye health, flu vaccinations and a wellbeing allowance.How to ApplyPlease complete the application form found at the end of this job pack.Please provide a statement of claim of up to 2 A4 pages, addressing your interest, motivation and fit for the role.Your application form, CV and statement of claim should be collated as one document and sent in a single email to: ******.Further InformationIf you are shortlisted, you may be contacted to arrange an interview.
If you are not shortlisted, you will be informed by email.
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