Manager Information Management and Right to Information

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Hobart, Tasmania, Australia Department for Education, Children and Young People Full time
Manager Information Management and Right to Information - Legal Services - 979956Manager Information Management and Right to Information - Legal Services - 979956

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This is a Department built entirely for children and young people and their communities. Our ultimate goal is to work together to ensure that every child and young person in Tasmania is known, safe, well and learning.

The child is at the centre of everything we do and the way we do it.

What We're Offering

  • We are a child-safe organisation
  • Pathways to grow your career

About The Role

The Manager of Information Management and Right to Information provides specialist leadership in the management and release of Departmental information including Right to Information applications, requests to access personal information under the Personal Information Protection Act, responding to subpoenas and other requests for information. The role is responsible for ensuring compliance with legislation such as the Right to Information Act 2009 (RTI Act), the Personal Information Protection Act 2004, and the Children, Young People and Their Families Act 1997.

The Manager - Information Management and Right to Information oversees the operations of the Information Services Team, including the coordination of sensitive and complex information requests including from various court and tribunals, and ensures responses meet legislative and court-imposed timeframes. The role also involves making delegated decisions under the RTI Act and maintaining high standards of confidentiality and professional judgement.

In addition, the role is responsible for developing and maintaining policies, procedures, and training resources to support consistent and legally compliant practices across the Department. It requires strategic engagement with internal and external stakeholders, including legal professionals and inter-agency forums, to support policy development and monitor emerging issues. The occupant is expected to provide specialist guidance, manage complaints, and contribute to continuous improvement in information governance and service delivery.

Period of Appointment

ASAP for 3 Years

Applicants should be aware that for twelve (12) months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill any subsequent full-time or part-time vacancies in accordance with Employment Direction 1.

Hours per fortnight

73.5 hours per fortnight

Essential Requirements
  • Current Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (Registration Status – Employment)

Desirable Requirements
  • Bachelor of Laws or other relevant legal qualifications

Statement of Duties and a reference guide to assist with applying online:

Statement of Duties (PDF)

Statement of Duties (DOCX)

Information for Applicants (PDF)

How To Apply

Electronic submission of application is preferred, please click the blue 'Apply Now' button.

Applicants Should Include
  • a 1–2 page application outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and
  • a resume that contains relevant personal details and work history.

Please note that we do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.

All applicants are required to supply a valid email address with their application for the purposes of email communication.

The cost associated with obtaining a Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (Registration Status - Employment) is the responsibility of the individual.

Applications should be made via the Apply Now button and submitted online by 11.30pm AEDT on the advertised closing date.

Should you have any difficulties regarding applying for this vacancy online, please contact Department for Education, Children and Young People, HR Recruitment and Employment via phone +61 3 6165 6285 or email recruitment@decyp.tas.gov.au.

Applicants needing more information are encouraged to request specific details of the vacancy from the Contact Person.

Name: Paula Becker

Title: Director Legal Services

Phone: (03) 6166 1140

Email: paula.becker@decyp.tas.gov.auSeniority level
  • Seniority levelMid-Senior level
Employment type
  • Employment typePart-time
Job function
  • Job functionInformation Technology
  • IndustriesEducation Administration Programs

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