Senior Manager, Information Governance

Senior Manager, Information Governance & Privacy

Location: Footscray Park Campus
• Hours per week: 36.75
• Salary: $128,446 - $133,636 per annum + 17% employer superannuation
• Contract Type: Full time, Fixed term (24 months)

About Us: Victoria University (VU) aims to be a global leader in dual-sector learning and research by 2028. Join us on the journey and help us achieve our strategic drives embedded in our Strategic Plan 2022-2028: Start well, finish brilliantly. One of the drivers is a thriving place to study and work, enabling us to create places that our students and staff love to belong and feel immense pride.

About The Role

Are you passionate about privacy, data governance, and making a strategic impact? As the Senior Manager, Information Governance & Privacy, you will lead the development and implementation of frameworks that shape how Victoria University manages and protects its data. You will be the designated Privacy Officer, providing expert advice, responding to privacy enquiries, and driving continuous improvement across the University. This high-impact role works across diverse teams, including Indigenous units, to embed best practices and uphold compliance with privacy legislation.

About The Person

We're looking for someone with extensive experience in privacy, data governance, and strategic leadership. The ideal candidate likely has a background in higher education, government, or a complex organisational environment. The candidate is a confident communicator, relationship builder, and change leader who thrives in cross-functional collaboration. A deep understanding of privacy legislation and Indigenous Data Sovereignty is essential, along with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive enterprise-wide initiatives. If you're passionate about shaping a culture of accountability and excellence in data governance, this role is for you.

Duties

• Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of VU's Information and Data Governance Framework.
• Serve as the primary contact for privacy enquiries, complaints, and incidents.
• Develop and deliver privacy training and resources for University leaders.
• Drive strategic alignment and oversight through the Data Governance Committee.
• Collaborate with Indigenous units to embed Indigenous Data Sovereignty principles.

Why Join Us

VU provides competitive salaries, excellent superannuation, and a variety of benefits. The university fosters an environment where staff can excel, achieve goals, and develop their careers. We focus on diversity, inclusion, and family-friendly policies to support professional and personal well-being. For more information, please visit our Jobs at VU webpage.

How To Apply

For a copy of the Position Description click HERE.

Applications must include as a single document: a cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria (up to two pages) and your curriculum vitae/resume.

Note: Applications that do not address the selection criteria will NOT be considered. Applications close at 11:59pm 19 September 2025.

Contact

For further information relating to the position, please contact Rula Paterson, Senior Advisor Strategic Project via email rula.paterson@vu.edu.au.

Our Commitment to Protecting Country: Victoria University honours its diversity and will respect First Nation perspectives and Indigenous voices, with responsibility to improve health and wellbeing of local and global communities.

Our Commitment to Progressive Inclusivity: We welcome and celebrate diverse perspectives, identities, and backgrounds and are committed to progressive inclusivity as a core strategic priority. All members of the VU community are encouraged to be inclusive, respectful, and supportive of all.

We strive to attract, retain, develop, and empower talented individuals from all backgrounds. If you require adjustments or accessible formats at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact inclusivecareers@vu.edu.au or call (03) 9919 5999.

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