FOI Specialist
1 week ago
This is an ongoing role for a highly skilled FOI specialist to join our team in Melbourne CBD. As the successful candidate, you will be responsible for handling Freedom of Information requests from receipt to decision-making process, policy and processes issues and review and appeals processes.
We are looking for someone with knowledge of the Freedom of Information Act 1982 (and/or experience in governance, compliance or administrative law) who can produce high-quality work under pressure and manage competing deadlines in a sensitive and dynamic environment.
About the Role- Coordinate and manage the receipt and processing of requests for access to documents under the Freedom of Information Act 1982.
- Draft correspondence, recommendations and high-quality decisions under the Freedom of Information Act 1982.
- Provide strategic and expert advice on all FOI requests to the Department and portfolio agencies.
Key Accountabilities:
- Monitoring and reporting on FOI activities across the Department and its agencies.
- Developing, enhancing and maintaining systems, policies and procedures for the effective delivery of FOI services.
- Initiating and maintaining effective stakeholder relationships with departmental staff, Ministerial offices, portfolio agencies, regulatory bodies and other government departments.
About You:
- Knowledge of the Freedom of Information Act 1982 (and/or experience in governance, compliance or administrative law).
- Producing high-quality work under pressure and manage competing deadlines in a sensitive and dynamic environment.
- Advanced interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to liaise and negotiate effectively on complex and sensitive issues.
About Our Culture:
- We aim to be a model employer providing an inclusive workplace that is understanding and respectful of differences such as gender, identity, race, disability or age.
- We strive to create an environment that supports a flexible and adaptive workforce.
Covid-19 Vaccination:
The Department strives to provide a safe working environment and has a COVID-19 Vaccination policy which strongly recommends all employees be fully vaccinated.
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