Freedom of Information

3 days ago

Canberra, Australia Pinpoint Talent Full time

Contract Opportunity
- Federal Government Agency
- Flexible working options

We are looking for an APS6 Freedom of Information (FOI) Officer to join a federal government client on an initial 6-month contract.

**Accountabilities**
- Managing FOI requests, including liaison with and provision of support and advice to FOI decision makers and action officers throughout the Department
- Preparing draft decisions on access under the FOI legislation
- Entering and maintaining data into Departmental systems to ensure accurate record keeping
- Preparing correspondence to FOI applicants and other stakeholders
- Building and maintaining relationships with Action Officers and Decision Makers within the Department and across the Portfolio to progress FOI requests, ensuring statutory timeframes are met
- Liaising with external stakeholders, including other state and commonwealth agencies, and the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC)
- Researching legislation

**Essential Requirements**
- A demonstrated ability to set priorities, meet deadlines and work effectively under pressure, adapting to competing priorities and remaining focused in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing with stakeholders at all levels, both internally and externally, solving problems and negotiating positive outcomes.
- Ability to work cooperatively within a small team environment including working on routine matters with mínimal supervision, and more complex tasks under supervision and direction of more senior officers.
- Following through with priorities, delivering impartial and accurate advice to stakeholders and exercising discretion in handling high-profile, sensitive matters.
- Systematic analysis and ability to identify issues, including interpreting statutory obligations.

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