Privacy and Information Access Advisor

2 weeks ago

Melbourne, Australia Department of Transport Full time

Location: Melbourne | Eastern Metropolitan

Job type: Full time / 12 months

Organisation: Department of Transport

**Salary**: $90,067 - $102,192

Occupation: Administration/Secretarial

Reference: VG/DOT/OOTS/1698240

About Us The Department of Transport brings together all transport modes to design, plan, build and operate Victoria's transport system for all users. Our job is to further integrate the transport network and improve the delivery of services to Victorians for simpler, quicker and safer journeys that connect people and places and support Victoria's prosperity and liveability.

**About the Team**

***The Privacy and Information Access Branch (P&IA) sits within DTP Legal, and is responsible for coordinating timely responses to Freedom of Information (FOI) requests and Parliamentary Budget Office Requests for DoT and overseeing compliance with DTP's privacy obligations. The P&IA Branch works with stakeholders across DTP and is responsible for a culture that promotes fair access to information while ensuring its proper use and protection.

**About the Opportunity**

This opportunity sits within Privacy and Information Access Branch and will contribute to the processing of Freedom of Information (FOI) requests and the management of privacy and other related information access matters, including PBO requests and data sharing as it relates to personal information. Under supervision, the Privacy and Information Access Advisor will manage a workload of FOI requests, appeals and complaints, and privacy matters with well-developed specialist expertise and provide authoritative advice and support to stakeholders in accordance with relevant legislation, policies and procedures. The role will also assist with business support improvement tasks, as required.

**About You**
- Effective Service Delivery - Manage and deliver volume FOI requests and privacy matters.
- Compliance -Provide timely, accurate and considered decision-making and advice in accordance with relevant legislation, policies and procedures.
- Stakeholder Satisfaction - Ensure a high level of customer and stakeholder satisfaction, trust and confidence.
- Relationship Management - Develop and maintain strong relationships with staff at all levels including senior members of the organisation, external agencies and customers.
- Continuous Improvement - Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives for the P&IA Branch.

**Desirable**
- Demonstrated knowledge of the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014.

**Culture and Benefits**

The Department of Transport and Planning is committed to building a culture of developing our people to achieve great outcomes for the Victorian transport network. We are proud of our commitment to flexible work arrangements that support different ways of working, helping employees balance work and life. More information on the PD attached. _(For further detail, please refer to the Position Description included on our Careers Page. (Seek applicants, click on "Apply" to access the PD)_

The Department of Transport and Planning through its employment program provides pathways that support career progression. With the right mindset and commitment to personal and professional development this role provides a pathway to future opportunities in technical, specialist, managerial and leadership roles in the public sector.

**How to Apply**

This position requires the successful employee to provide evidence of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19, or medical evidence which confirms the individual is unable to receive a dose, or a further dose, of a COVID-19 vaccine due to a medical contraindication or an acute medical illness. To be considered up to date vaccinated, you must have been administered COVID-19 vaccines as determined by the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI). DTP is requiring all staff to be Vaccinated and to have had Booster Vaccination (Triple vaccinated as a minimum).

Failure to comply with this condition of employment will impact your eligibility for employment in this position with DTP.

Information provided to the Department of Transport and Planning will be treated in the strictest confidence.

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