Freedom of Information Officer

2 weeks ago

Adelaide, Australia SA Government -DEPARTMENT OF TREASURY AND FINANCE Full time

**Department of Treasury and Finance**
**Job reference**: 668953
**Location**: 5000 - ADELAIDE
**Job status**: Ongoing
**Eligibility**: Open to Everyone

**Remuneration**: ASO4 - Salary Range ($76,561 - $80,256 p.a.).

**About the opportunity**:
The People and Performance Branch is a diverse and multi-disciplinary branch that delivers a range of corporate capabilities to the Department of Treasury and Finance (DTF). These services cover the business functions of Organisational Development, Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Work, Health and Safety, Strategic Communications and Engagement, Facilities, Governance, Risk and Assurance and Electorate Services.

The Governance Risk and Assurance Services (GRAS) team is responsible for developing and implementing frameworks, including plans and controls, relating to the functions of governance, risk management, audit, protective security and information releases within DTF. The team also manages the Freedom of Information function, ensuring compliance in accordance with legislative requirements.

**About you**

As an FOI Officer, you will be a confident and efficient individual who will provide quality and timely advice and assistance to internal stakeholders in relation to the interpretation of the FOI Act across DTF.

In addition, you will be highly efficient in coordinating and processing requests for information by working closely with DTF branches, senior executive, the Treasurer’s Office/Ministerial staff, other government agencies.

To be successful you will have:

- Ability to manage and coordinate accurate collection of information in a sensitive environment and analyse information to develop solutions.
- Experience in working as part of a team with a demonstrated commitment to collaboration and engagement, knowledge sharing and support.
- Experience in working with confidential matters ensuring appropriate systems to safeguard information is in place.
- Experience in record keeping and the maintenance of information registers for compliance purposes, and a demonstrated ability to use this information to prepare reports.
- Ability to identify process or practice improvement opportunities and facilitate implementation.

**About us**
- At the Department of Treasury and Finance we work together to ensure South Australia is a thriving, prosperous state now and into the future.
- We are the lead agency for economic, digital and financial policy outcomes. We play a vital role in providing financial services to the community and economic and fiscal policy advice to the Government of South Australia.
- Our culture is one that welcomes all and we embrace flexibility and embrace diversity. We believe people are our most valuable asset, so we work to support the skills, knowledge and capability of our staff.

**What we offer**
- Flexible working options
- Salary packaging options
- Discounted gym membership
- Supportive career development opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
- Be Well Program

**For a confidential discussion about the role please contact**:
Tonia Roache
Title: Manager Governance, Risk and Assurance
Tel: 0407 027 902

**Application Instructions**:
Applicants are required to submit a Curriculum Vitae and covering letter (no more than two pages) addressing the key selection criteria and demonstrating suitability for the role. You are also required to provide details of 2 referees and complete a pre-employment declaration.

**Applications close**: 14/05/2025 11:45 PM

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