Data & AI Privacy and Ethics Manager

Whoever you are, whatever skills you bring, you have a critical role in protecting Victoria's lands and waters. Whether in the office or on the ground, you get to see the difference you make each day.

Fixed Term/ Full Time position until 12 August 2027

Location: Hybrid - 664 Collins Street, Docklands

About the Organisation

EPA works to prevent and reduce the harmful effect of pollution and waste on Victoria's environment and people. We work with community, industry and businesses. As the needs of Victorians change, we must be equipped to adapt and respond to a range of factors.

We are a workplace committed to new ways of working, EPA celebrates diversity of people and lifestyles. We offer a wide range of practical options to support both your work and personal life.

The EPA Experience

· See the impact in the communities we live in: at EPA you see your work first-hand

· Range of internal working groups, networks and volunteering opportunities

· On-the-job training for a wide range of environmental roles

· Flexible start and finish times, as well as compressed work week options

About the role:

Reporting to the Manager, Data Governance, the Data and AI Privacy and Ethics Manager is a senior leadership role responsible for establishing and implementing robust privacy, data protection, data & AI ethics and risk compliance frameworks across EPA Victoria. This role ensures EPA's adherence to applicable privacy laws, including the Victorian Information Privacy Principles under the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014, while also addressing emerging challenges in AI privacy, data security, and ethical risk management. You will lead the development of privacy impact assessments (PIAs), data protection strategies, and AI governance protocols, ensuring that EPA's digital and data initiatives are secure, transparent, and aligned with community expectations. The role involves regular reporting to the Senior Executive Committee on privacy operations, risks, and controls, contributing to EPA's strategic priorities to prevent harm to Victorian communities and the environment from pollution and waste. As a seasoned privacy practitioner, you will play a pivotal role in shaping EPA's approach to responsible data use, AI ethics, and compliance. You will foster a culture of integrity and performance, build genuine partnerships across government, industry, and community, and support EPA's transformation into a modern regulator in a new era of environmental protection.

In this role you will:

• Lead and promote high standards of ethical conduct in the use of AI systems; oversee the integration of privacy-by-design principles into AI initiatives; and ensure the responsible handling of personal and sensitive data in alignment with EPA's privacy obligations and community expectations.
• Oversee and manage the implementation of privacy management initiatives across EPA; drive continuous improvement in privacy strategy and frameworks; develop policies, standards, and processes; and advise on privacy impact assessments and reporting to the Senior Executive Committee.
• Monitor compliance with applicable privacy laws, including the Victorian Information Privacy Principles under the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014; support the development and execution of information sharing agreements; and act as the primary contact for OVIC on privacy matters.
• Provide strategic leadership in data and information security; ensure robust controls are in place to safeguard EPA's digital assets; and work closely with Legal and IT teams to improve compliance with the Victorian Protective Data Security Standards.

Skills and experience:

• International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) Information Privacy Manager/ CIPM - Certified Information Privacy Manager/ CIPT - Certified Information Privacy Technologist is desirable.
• A minimum of 5-years' experience working in Data Governance and privacy compliance including building privacy management frameworks, reporting to privacy regulators, advising on privacy impact assessments, managing data breach response processes and handling privacy requests and complaints
• Demonstrated leadership abilities, including building a shared sense of direction, clarifying priorities; identifies and responds proactively to strategic issues impacting the operating environment.
• Ability to systematically analyse all available evidence/data as the basis of decision making and provide authoritative advice and professional leadership on highly complex and sensitive governance, audit, risk management matters.

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How to apply

Click the "Apply" button to submit your application. Applications close 11:59pm Tuesday, 19 August 2025.

Applicants Should Submit:

· Cover letter; addressing your experience, the key selection criteria, motivations, and suitability to the role.

· Resume; including contact details of two referees. For any enquiries relating to this role, please reach out to careers@epa.vic.gov.au

Need to know more?

All prospective employees will also undergo a National Criminal Record Check prior to an offer of employment. You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Preferred candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks including, but not limited to, police checks, reference checks and role related security clearances.

EPA Victoria recognises the value of the diversity, strength, and knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as we work with Traditional Owners to care for our environment. We provide a culturally safe and embracing work environment.

We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to merit, equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. We believe our workforce should represent the diversity of the lands upon which we reside; and we actively embrace staff of different abilities, orientations, backgrounds, faiths, and genders.

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Environment Protection Authority (EPA) Victoria was established in 1971 under the auspices of the Environment Protection Act 1970.

Our role is to be an effective environmental regulator and an influential authority on environmental impacts.

Our vision is for a healthy environment that supports a liveable and prosperous Victoria.

Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.

Environment Protection Authority (EPA) Victoria was established in 1971 under the auspices of the Environment Protection Act 1970.

Our role is to be an effective environmental regulator and an influential authority on environmental impacts.

Our vision is for a healthy environment that supports a liveable and prosperous Victoria.

Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.

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