Senior Manager, Information Governance

Salary: $128,446 - $133,636 per annum + 17% employer superannuation
Contract Type: Full time, Fixed term (24 months) 
Hours per week: 36.75 
Location: Footscray Park Campus

About Us:

At Victoria University (VU), our aim is to be a global leader in dual-sector learning and research by 2028. Join us on the journey and help us achieve our strategic drives embedded in our Strategic Plan : Start well, finish brilliantly. One of the drivers "Thriving place to Study and Work" will enable us to continue to create places that our students and staff love to belong and feel immense pride.

About the Role

Are you ready to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of data governance and privacy at one of Australia's leading universities? As the Senior Manager, Information Governance & Privacy, you will be at the forefront of safeguarding Victoria University's most valuable asset—its data. This is not just a compliance role; it's a strategic leadership position that directly influences how the University leverages data responsibly to drive innovation, trust, and community engagement. As the designated Privacy Officer, you will provide expert guidance, champion privacy best practices, and lead transformative initiatives that protect individual rights and enhance institutional integrity. Collaborating across diverse teams, including key Indigenous units, you will embed cutting-edge privacy frameworks and elevate Victoria University's reputation as a leader in ethical data stewardship.

About the Person

We're seeking an exceptional leader with a proven track record in privacy and data governance, combined with a passion for driving organisational change at a strategic level. Ideally, you'll bring deep experience from higher education, government, or complex, multi-stakeholder environments where governance and privacy are critical priorities. You are a skilled communicator and influencer who thrives in building collaborative partnerships across diverse teams and senior leadership. Your expertise in privacy legislation and Indigenous Data Sovereignty will empower you to champion inclusive and culturally respectful data practices. If you're driven by the opportunity to shape a culture of accountability, innovation, and excellence in data governance while making a lasting impact on a prestigious institution, this is your chance to lead from the front.

Duties

In this influential role, your key responsibilities will include:

• Spearheading the ongoing development, implementation, and enhancement of Victoria University's Information and Data Governance Framework to ensure robust, forward-thinking policies and practices.
• Acting as the trusted point of contact for all privacy-related matters, including enquiries, complaints, and incident responses, ensuring swift and effective resolution.
• Designing and delivering comprehensive privacy education and training programs tailored for University leaders and stakeholders, fostering a university-wide culture of privacy awareness and compliance.
• Leading strategic oversight and governance through chairing or supporting the Data Governance Committee, aligning privacy and data governance initiatives with the University's broader mission and goals.
• Partnering closely with Indigenous units to integrate Indigenous Data Sovereignty principles, ensuring that data management respects and upholds the rights and traditions of Indigenous communities.

Why Join Us:

VU provides competitive salaries, excellent superannuation, and a variety of benefits. The university fosters an environment where staff can excel, achieve their goals, and develop their careers. With a focus on diversity, inclusion, and family-friendly policies, VU supports both professional and personal well-being. For more information, please visit our Jobs at VU Webpage

How to apply

For a copy of the Position Description click HERE.

Applications must include as a Single Document:

• A cover letter which includes your responses to the Key Selection Criteria listed in the Position Description (please keep this to two pages) 
• Your curriculum vitae/resume.

Note: Applications which do not address the selection criteria will NOT be considered.

Applications close at 11:59pm 3 November 2025

Who to Contact?

For further information relating to the position, please contact Rula Paterson, Senior Advisor Strategic Project via email  

Our Commitment to Protecting Country: 

Victoria University honours its deep diversity as a foundation for collaboration and social progress. We will demonstrate sensitivity in respecting First Nation perspectives. We will ensure that we respect our Indigenous voices and commit to sustainable Protecting Country. We will take leadership responsibility, in all that we do, to improve the health and wellbeing of our local and global communities, and the planet that we share. 

Our Commitment to Progressive Inclusivity

Victoria University welcomes and celebrates the diverse perspectives, identities, and backgrounds of all people. We are committed to progressive inclusivity as a core strategic priority. All members of the VU community have a responsibility to be inclusive, respectful and supportive of all.

We are committed to maintaining a workforce which reflects the community we serve, this means we strive to attract, retain, develop and empower talented individuals from all backgrounds. We encourage applicants who are Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and racially marginalised people, those from the LGBTQIA+ community, people from all ages and socio-economic backgrounds.  We believe that a diversity of experiences and perspectives strengthens our community and fosters a more innovative, inclusive, and supportive working environment, where everyone feels they belong.

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