Freedom of Information Officer

4 weeks ago


Melbourne City Centre, Australia Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Full time

THE ROLE
ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE
- Retrieve, analyse and process information in response to requests for records, assessing the information against relevant legislation and ensuring timeliness, quality and completeness in responses.
- Liaise with applicants and department staff regarding information requests.
- Explain concepts and policies, procedures and guidelines relevant to freedom of information and subpoena processing.

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COVID-19 VACCINATIONThe department strongly recommends (but does not mandate) that employees maintain their COVID-19 vaccination status in accordance with current ATAGI (Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation) advice, given their individual circumstances. As of June 2023, DFFH does not require evidence of COVID-19 vaccination status.
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