Current jobs related to Freedom of Information Case Manager - Russell - APS


  • Russell, Australia APS Full time

    About the RoleThe APS is seeking a highly skilled Freedom of Information Case Manager to join the FOI Directorate. As a valued member of the team, you will be responsible for advising and managing requests for access to documents, and correction of information, made under the Freedom of Information Act 1982 (Cth) (FOI Act).Key ResponsibilitiesCoordinate and...


  • Russell, Australia Australian Government Full time

    $91,702 - $104,753 + up to 15.4% Superannuation - Russell - ACT **The Role** The Freedom of Information (FOI) Team advises and manages requests for access to documents, and correction of information, made under the Freedom of Information Act 1982 (Cth) (FOI Act). The FOI team is looking for team members in the FOI Governance, Decision Support and Review...


  • Russell, Australia Australian Government Full time

    $115,899 - $130,733 (pro-rata for part-time vacancies) + up to 15.4% Superannuation - Russell - ACT **The Role** As EL 1 Assistant Director within the Freedom of Information (FOI) case management, or FOI Review teams, you will work with considerable independence, and be accountable to perform and achieve complex management and coordination of FOI requests,...


  • Russell, Australia Australian Government Full time

    $88,175 - $100,724 (plus Super) - Russell - ACT **The Role** We have an opportunity for an experienced Information and Records Management Officer in Air Force Headquarters (AFHQ), Air Capability Enablers Branch (ACEBR), Directorate of Security (DSEC). You will directly/indirectly support Air Force Commanders (all levels) to interpret complex security...


  • Russell, Australia Australian Government Department of Defence Full time

    $78,143 - $83,700 (plus Super) - Russell - ACT **The Role** Maritime Integrated Warfare Systems (MIWS) Branch is seeking a professional, motivated and experienced APS 5 Information and Records Management Officer within the Business Directorate to provide information management services within a fast paced and dynamic working environment. This role will...


  • Russell, Australia Australian Government Department of Defence Full time

    $85,607 - $97,790 (plus Super) - Russell - ACT **The Role** If you are looking for a new opportunity, are motivated and would like to challenge yourself, this is the job for you! As the Business and Information Support Manager you will lead a team providing a range of business and information support functions for the Office of Chief of Navy (OCN) and...


  • Russell, Australia Australian Government Full time

    $91,702 - $104,753 + up to 15.4% Superannuation - Russell - ACT **The Role** The Information Management Services Directorate is seeking an experienced records management specialist who will: - Provide advice to stakeholders in relation to the life cycle of information and records management activities and relevant legislative and administrative guidance. -...


  • Russell, Australia Australian Government Full time

    $111,441 - $136,464 (plus Super) - Russell - ACT **The Role** We are seeking a highly motivated EL1 Information & Records Manager to work as part of Headquarters Joint Capabilities Group (JCG). The position will support JCG HQ through the provision of complex advice, support and training on information and records management. The position will be...


  • Russell, Australia Australian Government Full time

    $91,702 - $104,753 + up to 15.4% Superannuation - Russell - ACT **The Role** The position of APS 6 Knowledge Management Officer will within the Navy Information Access Unit play a crucial role in ensuring that information is accessible, available and released in an approved manner to both internal and external inquiries. As a team, you will ensure accuracy...


  • Russell, Australia Australian Government Full time

    $76,277 - $83,274 + up to 15.4% superannuation - Russell - ACT **The Role** Chief of Staff Navy Headquarters (COS NHQ) is looking for an APS4 Information & Records Officer to be part of a team providing a range of business and information support functions for the Office of Chief of Navy (OCN) and Chief of Staff Navy Headquarters (COS NHQ). As part of a...


  • Russell, Australia Australian Government Full time

    $91,702 - $104,753 (plus Super) - Russell - ACT **The Role** We have an opportunity for an experienced and highly motivated Information and Records Management Officer to work as part of the Business Management Directorate in Headquarters Joint Capability Division (JCD). The position supports JCD through the provision of advice, support and training on...


  • Russell, Australia Australian Government Department of Defence Full time

    $88,175 - $100,724 (plus Super) - Russell - ACT **The Role** Ministerial Liaison Officer is accountable under broad direction to perform and achieve complex ministerial and parliamentary work within an integrated workforce. They are accountable to ensure they have knowledge of and compliance with legislative frameworks, government decision-making and...


  • Russell, Australia Australian Government Full time

    $73,343 - $80,071 (plus Super and 10% BDCP) - Russell - ACT **The Role** DIO is looking for a Records and Information Management Officer to work in our Intelligence Production and Coordination section. The team is responsible for the coordination of access management, information management, archives and records management. It applies Commonwealth...


  • Russell, Australia Australian Government Department of Defence Full time

    $85,607 - $97,790 (plus Super) - Russell - ACT **The Role** You will provide detailed professional and policy advice in relation to complex task, while coordinating tasking to and from the Group. You will have considerable level of stakeholder engagement, liaising with stakeholders in relation to complex issues and will anticipate and respond to...


  • Russell, Australia Australian Government Full time

    $91,702 - $104,753 + up to 15.4% Superannuation - Russell - ACT **The Role** As the Maritime Integrated Warfare Systems (MIWS) Branch Records, Security and Information Management Team Leader you will lead in support of your Executive Level 1, a small multi-disciplinary team responsible for a variety of Branch activities, including: - Records and...


  • Russell, Australia Australian Government Full time

    $91,702 - $104,753 + up to 15.4% Superannuation - Russell - ACT **The Role** The Information Registries Officer is responsible for assisting the Deputy Director of Data Strategy & Policy - Air Force to mature and manage Air Force’s governance functions for data management. As part of the Data Strategy & Policy team, the Information Registries Officer...


  • Russell, Australia Australian Government Full time

    $111,441 - $125,705 (plus Super) - Russell - ACT **The Role** The key duties of the role include the management and analysis of complex information related to the Inspector General of the ADF Afghanistan Inquiry. As the Assistant Director Information Access and Assurance in the Afghanistan Inquiry Response Task Force, you will: - Manage and respond to...


  • Russell, Australia Australian Government Full time

    $111,441 - $125,705 (plus Super) - Russell - ACT **The Role** The Capability Acquisition & Sustainment Group (CASG) Coordination Directorate has an exciting opportunity for a motivated and professional EL1 team leader within our Ministerial and Parliamentary Coordination team. You will be responsible for managing all CASG ministerial and parliamentary...


  • Russell, Australia Australian Government Department of Defence Full time

    $111,441 - $125,705 (plus Super) - Russell - ACT **The Role** The importance of data and information management has never been greater. Joint Systems Division (JSD) needs to embrace these principles and adopt its own process and plans. This role is integral to JSD’s data maturity journey. The Business Intelligence Manager will be accountable to plan, lead...


  • Russell, Australia Australian Government Full time

    $91,702 - $104,753 + up to 15.4% Superannuation - Russell - ACT **The Role** Reporting directly to the First Assistant Secretary of Ministerial & Executive Coordination & Communication (MECC), the Business Management Team (BMT) delivers business management and corporate governance functions to ensure the effective and efficient operation of the Division in...

Freedom of Information Case Manager

1 month ago


Russell, Australia APS Full time
About the Role

The APS is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Freedom of Information (FOI) professional to join our team. As a Freedom of Information Case Manager, you will play a critical role in advising and managing requests for access to documents, and correction of information, made under the Freedom of Information Act 1982 (Cth) (FOI Act).

The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of the FOI Act and its application in a government context. You will be responsible for coordinating and implementing business improvement opportunities within the Department relating to the coordination and management of FOI. This will include supporting the FOI team with FOI requests, governance and assurance activities, and preparation of business intelligence reports of FOI requests being managed.

You will also be responsible for communicating with FOI applicants, internal and external stakeholders including the network of Accredited Decision Makers to assist the Department in preparing timely, high quality decisions, and provide comprehensive FOI advice. Additionally, you will develop and deliver FOI training within Defence, including to Senior Executives, on the FOI Act, the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) FOI Guidelines, and responding to requests received by Defence.

The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical skillset, coupled with a high level of strategic awareness to recognise links between interconnected issues. You will work collaboratively and under limited direction to balance competing priorities, interpret legislation and policy; and provide high quality evidence-based advice to stakeholders and applicants within legislated timeframes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Coordinate the Department's response to requests received under the FOI Act.
  • Communicate with FOI applicants, internal and external stakeholders including the network of decision makers to assist the Department in preparing timely, accurate decisions and provide comprehensive FOI advice.
  • Manage and respond requests for internal reviews by applicants and internal complaints regarding FOI.
  • Manage and respond to external reviews by the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC), including complaints.
  • Communicate with review applicants, relevant business areas and the OAIC to prepare timely and accurate review decisions and submissions for the OAIC.
  • Manage and support applications for review by the Administrative Review Tribunal.

Requirements

  • Demonstrated coordination, organisation, and time management skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to build productive relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders.
  • A high standard of attention to detail.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to communicate with influence with a broad range of audiences.
  • An ability to work independently and as part of a small, high performing team.
  • An ability to handle highly sensitive information in accordance with government security requirements.
  • Sound judgement and critical thinking skills with an ability to identify and explain risk.
  • An ability to interpret and apply legislation.