Executive General Manager, Regulatory Action

The OAIC operates a hybrid work model with a combination of remote working and office attendance.
Merit list/pools and how they will be usedApplicants suitable for the role but not offered the position for the current vacancy may be placed in a merit list or pool. If the applicant agrees, the results may be shared with other Australian Public Service (APS) agencies for filling similar roles. Applicants may be offered a future role without the need to reapply. A merit list or pool may be used for up to 18 months. This merit list/pool may be used to fill other vacancies anywhere in Australia.
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-focusedPossessing integrity and demonstrating alignment with the APS Values: Impartial, Committed to service, Accountable, Respectful, Ethical and StewardshipEmpowering staff to make decisions and supporting a shift to a more harm-focused regulatory approach for the OAIC that considers risk in a proportionate manner and is not risk averseSupporting 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.The key duties of the position include:Providing oversight and leadership to the Regulatory Action division, enhancing approaches to delivery while balancing competing demands on resources and engaging with risk to deliver the best outcomes for the community and position OAIC for the futureWorking closely with OAIC's Commissioners to develop, communicate, implement, evaluate and refine OAIC's regulatory strategyOverseeing teams responsible for proactive regulation of information rights, including through strategic regulatory and enforcement action to minimise harms to the community caused by information rights violationsActing as deputy to one of the OAIC's Commissioners, which includes supporting the Commissioner in all aspects of their work, as required. This includes representing the OAIC publicly, under parliamentary or other external scrutiny, or with external stakeholders, and in making complex and contested statutory decisionsEnsuring the OAIC's regulatory action is targeted and strategic and applied in a way that advances the community's information rightsLeading evaluation of effectiveness of regulatory policies, operational frameworks and guidelines.Effectively overseeing the expenditure of funds to support proportionate regulatory action including legal and expert fees and disbursementsDeveloping and overseeing case management and litigation strategies to deliver impactful, timely and proportionate outcomes that promote and protect privacy and information access rightsGuiding and directing the leadership group of the Regulatory Action division to develop and nurture a high performing, multidisciplinary, collaborative and innovative culture across the division and the office that is aligned with OAIC's guiding principlesLeading and overseeing critical stakeholder relationships including across government, in academia, the private sector and the Minister's Office and ensuring staff across the Regulatory Action division are engaging effectively with stakeholders, positioning the OAIC as a trusted regulator; andEstablishing and driving strategic agendas that align with and supports the Commissioners' priorities and agency purpose.Job Specific Capabilities, Skills & ExperienceWe are seeking applications from candidates who have:
Legal qualifications or extensive experience leading regulatory functions in complex legislative environmentsDemonstrated effectiveness in the development and oversight of case management and litigation strategies that deliver impactful, timely and proportionate outcomes for the community.Familiarity with regulatory litigation processes and understanding of the requirements of the Legal Services DirectionsExceptional leadership skills with the ability to inspire and guide teams, and a demonstrated commitment to developing and empowering staffDemonstrated experience in leading agencies or significant business units through changeExperience in managing the development and implementation of organisational policies, programs and approaches to work that is complexIn depth knowledge of the Freedom of Information Act 1982 and the Privacy Act 1988, or the ability to quickly acquire this knowledgeAbility to provide impartial and forthright advice to Commissioners and stakeholdersDesirable:Qualifications in Government Investigations and management or public administration qualifications (e.g., MBA/MPA).
SES RequirementsThe Secretaries' Charter of Leadership Behaviours sets out the behaviours expected from SES across the APS and apply to senior leadership roles in the OAIC. The behaviours build on the Integrated Leadership System and APS Leadership Capability Framework.
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.
Section 22 of the Public Service Act 1999 requires that APS employees must be Australian citizens.There are restrictions on employment of people who have, within the previous 12 months, accepted a redundancy benefit from an APS agency or a non-APS Commonwealth employer.For the duration of your employment with the OAIC you will be required to obtain and maintain an Australian Government security clearance at the Negative Vetting Level 1 and meet required background, identification and character checks.Note: All duties are to be performed in accordance with the APS Code of Conduct and APS Values and OAIC policies, including Workplace Diversity and Work Health and Safety. Under section 25 of the Public Service Act 1999 the OAIC may re-assign the duties of an employee from time to time.Please provide a statement of claim of up to 2 A4 pages, addressing your interest, motivation and fit for the role. Your statement should include the use of practical and professional examples as relevant to the role and the job specific capabilities, skills and experience outlined above.Your application form, CV and statement of claim should be collated as one document (where possible) and sent in a single email to: ******. Please ensure your email includes your full name in the email subject field, along with the job reference number found on the front page of this pack.Getting to know the Office of the Australian Information CommissionerThe Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) is an independent agency within the Attorney-General's portfolio. Our primary functions are privacy, freedom of information and government information policy. Our responsibilities include conducting investigations, reviewing decisions, handling complaints, and providing guidance and advice.

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