Looking for a new long-term opportunity in 2025 and have a passion for Right to Information and Privacy?
Follow your passion to the central agency for Queensland Government for a once in a career opportunity.
As Manager, you will lead and support the team in making and supervising the making of defensible, reviewable, decisions for applications to the department, the Office of the Premier and portfolio bodies under the Right to Information Act 2009 and the Information Privacy Act 2009.
You will also be the lead privacy adviser to the department.
You will use your exceptional judgement skills, understanding of how government works and first-hand experience with and expert knowledge of RTI & IP legislation and relevant case law, to sensitively navigate advice to & consultation with clients, including the Office of the Premier, departmental staff, applicants and stakeholders.
About Us
At the Department of the Premier and Cabinet, our primary responsibility is to provide support and guidance to the Premier and Cabinet to effectively deliver on the Government's priorities, commitments, decisions, and objectives for the betterment of the community.
How You'll Contribute
In this varied and intellectually stimulating role, you'll make your mark by:
Successfully managing RTI and Information Privacy applications for the department, the Office of the Premier and portfolio bodies.Providing expert advice on a range of RTI and privacy obligations, including handling personal information and matters arising from the commencement of the Information Privacy and Other Legislation Amendment Act 2023 (IPOLA).Effectively managing privacy complaints made under the Information Privacy Act 2009 (IP Act) and reported breaches of the IP Act to achieve best outcomes for internal and external clients.Driving programs to prepare the department for the implementation and ongoing impact of the changes introduced by IPOLA.What You'll Bring To The Role
We are looking for an experienced RTI and Privacy leader who can navigate the sensitivities and complexities associated with managing RTI and IP applications for a central agency, and provide authoritative privacy advice.
You will use your exceptional judgement and communication skills to work collaboratively and cooperatively with clients, departmental staff, stakeholders and members of the public.
Role
In this role, you'll draw on your prior experience as both a team leader and an RTI and IP decision-maker to lead, develop and coach a team of RTI and IP practitioners to:
make and supervise the making of defensible, reviewable, decisions under the RTI and IP Actsensure capacity and capability in the department to deliver expert advice and sound RTI and IP decision making.A tertiary qualification in law, business or a related discipline will be highly regarded.
What We Can Offer You
As part of our team, you will be provided with comprehensive support to help you achieve your professional development goals.
You will have the opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art building situated on the river's edge.
We take pride in offering first-class facilities to all our employees, and we prioritise their well-being through our flexible working arrangements and DPC's Health, Safety, and Wellbeing program.
To apply
Please provide a tailored resume, highlighting your work experience relevant to the responsibilities outlined in the Role Description and job advertisement, and a statement of no more than two pages explaining why you would like to work for us, what personal qualities you will bring to the role and a brief overview of your relevant skills and experience.
If you would like to know more about the role, please do not hesitate to contact Kerri Neuendorf, Director, Governance and Constitutional Services, on 3003 9414.
For further information on the responsibilities of the role and details of how to apply please refer to the role description and attachment.
DPC is looking for the best suited applicant for this role.
We will do this by assessing your eligibility and your ability to undertake the requirements of the role (including, where relevant, the way you have carried out previous positions).
We will also consider your potential to make contributions to the department and how your engagement would support our commitment to equity, diversity, respect and inclusion.
Should you require any additional support and/or reasonable adjustments during our recruitment process, please contact the hiring manager listed to discuss your requirements.
Applications to remain current for 12 months Job Ad Reference: QLD/611945/24 Closing Date: Friday, 10 January 2025 Occupational group: Justice & Legal
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