Assistant Director, Freedom of Information

3 weeks ago


Canberra, Australia ACT Government Full time

The Governance and Business Improvement Branch has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and dedicated professional seeking to champion the principles of open government as the Assistant Director, Freedom of Information. Working closely with both internal and external stakeholders, the Assistant Director is responsible for the strategic management of the Directorate’s access arrangements under the _Freedom of Information Act 2016_. This includes assisting Information Officers by providing high-quality, evidenced based recommendations to support the disclosure of information in accordance with legislative requirements. The position works across a wide array of topics, from legislative and policy reform to corrective services, and would suit someone who enjoys working on multiple priorities in a complex and dynamic environment.

**Notes**: This position will be moving to a new workplace designed for activity-based working (ABW). Under ABW arrangements, officers will not have a designated workstation/desk.

**How to Apply**:Applicants should provide a curriculum vitae, a personal pitch (the pitch is to be a maximum of two pages) and details of two referees (one of which must be your current supervisor/manager).

In your personal pitch, please explain why you are the best person for the job and how you meet all the (1)Professional / Technical Skills and Knowledge, and (2) Behavioural Capabilities; outlined in the “What you require” section of the selection documentation. Specific examples should be provided where appropriate



  • Canberra, Australia NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission Full time

    NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission 1 **About the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission** The NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission (the Commission) is a regulator established on 1 July 2018 as an independent agency under section 181A of the _National Disability Insurance _ - Scheme Act 2013_ (the NDIS Act) to improve the quality and safety of NDIS...


  • Canberra, Australia DFP Recruitment Services Full time

    **Job description**: **About the Organisation** Our client is an independent statutory agency that is responsible for supporting a better life for hundreds of thousands of Australians with a significant and permanent disability and their families and carers. **About the Role** The APS6 FOI Delegate will, under limited direction, assist the team in the...


  • Canberra, Australia DFP Recruitment Services Full time

    **Job description**: **Freedom of Information - APS4 | APS5 | APS6** - ** Multiple Roles**: - ** Canberra, Deakin - Brand New Office**: - ** 12-month contract (Labour Hire)**: - ** APS4 $43.82 | APS5 $55.24 | APS6 $60.26 - hourly rates + superannuation** **The Organisation** This Government body works with people with disability, providers, and the...


  • Canberra, Australia Australian Government Full time

    $88,175 - $100,724 (plus Super) - Canberra - ACT **The Role** As a Freedom of Information (FOI) Advisor you will coordinate the Department’s response to requests received under the FOI Act. You will communicate with FOI applicants, internal and external stakeholders including the network of Accredited Decision Makers to prepare timely, accurate decisions...


  • Canberra, Australia UM for ACT Community Services Directorate Full time

    **Canberra Health Services** **Executive Officer (Senior Officer Grade C)** **Senior Officer Grade C** **Salary Range**:$114,928 - $123,710 (PN: 58520 - 02CMR) **What can we offer you**: - City living without the traffic - click her to see why you should live in Canberra. - Competitive pay rates and excellent working conditions within a tertiary...

  • Aps 6 Foi

    4 weeks ago


    Canberra, Australia face2face Recruitment Full time

    **Closing Date**:9 am Monday 6 March 2023 **face2face reference**:581209 **Location**:Canberra, ACT **Hours**:Full-Time **Contract length**:12 Month Contract **Entry requirements**:Australian Citizen **Pay range**:$58.50 p/h ex super **About the role**: The APS 6 FOI Delegate (Labour Hire) will, under limited direction, assist the team in the coordination...


  • Canberra, Australia Chandler Macleod Full time

    **Location*** - Canberra, Australian Capital Territory - **Category*** - Executive - **Salary** - $60.26 AUD - $60.26 AUD Hourly - **Posted** - 11-Apr-2024 - **Work type** - Full Time - **Contact** - Jess Kaur - **Reference** - BH-159551 -As one of the Australia’s largest providers of human resources solutions, Chandler Macleod has a proven track record...


  • Canberra, Australia Chandler Macleod Full time

    **Location*** - Canberra, Australian Capital Territory - **Category*** - Executive - **Salary** - $43.82 AUD - $55.24 AUD Hourly - **Posted** - 11-Apr-2024 - **Work type** - Full Time - **Contact** - Jess Kaur - **Reference** - BH-159549 -As one of the Australia’s largest providers of human resources solutions, Chandler Macleod has a proven track record...

  • Assistant Director

    4 weeks ago


    Canberra, Australia Parliament of Australia Full time

    **About the role** The Assistant Director, Procedure Committee is the inquiry secretary to the House Standing Committee on Procedure, providing research, drafting and administrative support to the committee. The Assistant Director also undertakes other procedural research. The Assistant Director may also undertake deputy clerking duties in the Federation...

  • Assistant Director

    4 weeks ago


    Canberra, Australia Australian Department of Infrastructure and Regional Development Full time

    **Title**: - Assistant Director**Classification(s)**: - Executive Level 1**Employment Type**: - Ongoing, Non-Ongoing Full Time/Part time**Salary**: - $110,321 - $116,399 per annum plus 15.4% superannuation*- _a 3% pay increase will come into effect from 28 March 2023_ - The department has an Individual Flexibility Arrangement (IFA) Framework to provide...


  • Canberra, Australia ACT Government Full time

    Do you like a challenge, have a passion for record/information management and want to be a key part of a high performing team? Then this opportunity is for you! The Business Transformation and Systems Branch is an enabling and support service for Community Service Directorate (CSD). The primary focus of the Branch is the effective implementation of...


  • Canberra, Australia Department of Veterans' Affairs Full time

    Salary Range: $118,220 -$129,820 + Attractive Superannuation The Assistant Director Program, Policy and Strategic Communication leads a small service delivery team that provides information about and manages the establishment of official commemorations for eligible Australian veterans, and our nation’s war dead, including those commemorated by the...


  • Canberra, Australia Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade Full time

    As an Assistant Director within DFAT, you will use your skills to inform government decisions and provide strategic legal and/or policy advice on issues thatcontribute to the development and implementation of DFAT’s foreign, trade and development policy and its global corporate management functions.These roles may see you negotiate, advise, and litigate...


  • Canberra, Australia Australian Government - Department of Education Full time

    Executive Level 1 - Canberra, ACT - $115,996 - $128,200 **About the Department of Education** We contribute to Australia's economic prosperity and social wellbeing by creating opportunities and driving better outcomes through access to quality education and learning. **The Role** We offer a dynamic space to work - focused on delivering integrated and...


  • Canberra, Australia Parliament of Australia Full time

    **About the role** The two Assistant Directors are focused on transforming how we provide services to the department through the implementation of innovative, digital, streamlined solutions, using systems, tools and technology. **Contact Information** **Applying** Applications must be submitted online by 11:59pm on the closing date. You will be required...


  • Canberra, Australia Australian Government - Department of Education Full time

    Executive Level 1 - Canberra, ACT - $115,996 - $128,200 **About the Department of Education** We contribute to Australia's economic prosperity and social wellbeing by creating opportunities and driving better outcomes through access to quality education and learning. **The Role** You’ll be working within the Communication Branch, co-leading a team of...

  • Assistant Directors

    4 weeks ago


    Canberra, Australia Australian Department of Infrastructure and Regional Development Full time

    **EL1, Assistant Director, Safety & Future Technology Branch, International Aviation Division**, **Safety and Future Technology** **Executive Level 1** **Title**: - Assistant Directors**Classification(s)**: - Executive Level 1**Employment Type**: - Ongoing, Non-Ongoing Full Time/Part time**Salary**: - $110,321 - $116,399 per annum plus 15.4%...

  • Assistant Director

    4 weeks ago


    Canberra, Australia Onpoint 365 Full time

    Rate from $65+ per hour - Initial 6-month contract with two 6-month extensions - Must be an Australian citizen to apply **Assistant Director (Finance)** - **Rate from $65+ per hour** - **Initial 6-month contract with two 6-month extensions**: - **Must be an Australian citizen to apply**: - **Located in Canberra** Our Federal Government client is seeking...


  • Canberra, Australia Department of the Treasury Australia Full time

    48-2024 - EL1 Assistant Director (Centre for Population), Commonwealth State and Population Division **48-2024 - EL1 Assistant Director (Centre for Population), Commonwealth State and Population Division** Job number:48-2024 Work type:Full-time and Part-time Location:ACT, Canberra Categories:Executive Level 1 The Centre for Population are seeking an...

  • Assistant Directors

    4 weeks ago


    Canberra, Australia Australian Department of Infrastructure and Regional Development Full time

    **EL1 Assistant Directors, (Multiple) Road and Vehicle Safety Division**, **Office of Road Safety** **Executive Level 1** **Title**: - Assistant Directors**Classification(s)**: - Executive Level 1**Employment Type**: - Ongoing, Non-Ongoing Full Time/Part time**Salary**: - $113,631 - $119,891 per annum plus 15.4% superannuation- EL1 IFA Salary -...