Information Governance Officer

The Department of Communities brings together the services and functions of disability services, child protection and family support, housing, community initiatives and regional services reform.

Communities is a nationally recognised Accredited Carer Friendly Employer through the Carers Employers program. The program defines best practice standards by creating a carer friendly workplace, enabling staff to balance work and care, while continuing to contribute to the wellbeing of individuals, families and the community.

The Opportunity As an Information Governance Officer you will support the development, implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of Communities' information governance frameworks. The position is pivotal in delivering an information governance monitoring and reporting service in accordance with the relevant legislation, policy and standards.

The position supports the provision of specialist and authoritative advice and guidance on information governance issues and activities and ensuring that governance, risk and compliance activities are applied and are effective and where there are deficiencies that, remediation activity is applied.

The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position. For further information we encourage you to contact Krishnun Sansurooah, Manager Information Services Risk Compliance and Audit on

There is currently one (1) permanent position available for immediate filling

The successful applicant or applicants assessed as suitable through this process may receive further offers of contract employment and/or offers of permanent employment in this or similar roles.

Join the Department of Communities Apply online by clicking the 'Apply for Job' button (above and below) and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only:

1. A current resume/CV.
2. A two (2) page written application addressing all the Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) as stated on the JDF.
3. A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of the relevance to the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable).
4. An application form (for hard copy applications only).

For technical difficulties while applying online, general recruitment enquiries, or to request any document in an alternative format, please contact Emily Parker, Human Resources Consultant on *************

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Integrity and Honesty The public sector is built on a strong foundation of integrity where employees act ethically, and public sector bodies promote and maintain integrity.

In line with Communities policies, applicants may be asked for consent to undergo criminal record screening and integrity checks during the application process. For more information on these requirements, click here.

Equity and Diversity

The Department of Communities embraces diversity and firmly believes that the best services come from a workplace, where varied viewpoints are welcomed and encouraged every day. We are committed to creating an equitable and diverse workforce, where we encourage applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, women and youth.

If you have any access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, or alternative methods of communication, please contact Emily Parker.

Applicants who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on

Lodgement is system generated. Any emailed applications or late submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted.

Attachments:
- Application Form
- Information for Applicants
- JDF - Information Governance Officer - Level

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