Req ID: 656082
Personnel Area: City Administration and Governance
Branch: Governance Council and Committee Services
Salary Range: Band 6 $108,005 to $119,507 per annum plus superannuation (Remuneration stated is for full-time positions)
Work type: 1 x Temporary Part-time (0.8)
Duration: Up to 2 years
Location: Brisbane City
- Do you have experience working with and interpreting the Right to Information Act 2009 and the Information Privacy Act 2009?
- Do you pride yourself on your attention to detail, your research skills and your ability to keep people informed?
- Do you have the confidence in your decision-making to enact the delegated responsibilities of decision maker?
Our Business
City Administration and Governance protect, enable and promote the integrity and reputation of Brisbane City Council.
Our Branch
The Governance Council and Committee Services branch provides excellence in administrative and strategic governance services to Council and external customers in an evolving environment.
The Policy and Compliance team within the Governance, Council and Committee Services branch, is responsible for the management of applications for access to documents made under the Right to Information Act 2009 and is also responsible for the management of applications for access to personal information made under Chapter 3 of the Information Privacy Act 2009. The team also plays a key role in ensuring Council complies with its legislative responsibilities around privacy as outlined in the Information Privacy Act 2009.
The Role
Reporting to the Policy and Compliance Manager, the Senior Information and Policy Officer will be part of a trusted team of advisors who uphold strong confidentiality within a complex sensitive environment, delivering accurate communication and correspondence to stakeholders. We are seeking applicants who have a desire to work within policy and compliance and provide policy, strategic and operational advice in respect of the management, development and implementation of Council’s responsibilities under the Right to Information Act 2009 and Information Privacy Act 2009. This position operates as a delegated decision maker.
To be considered for this position, you will have:
- demonstrated knowledge and proven experience of the Right to Information Act 2009 and the Information Privacy Act 2009
- knowledge of relevant legislation, including the City of Brisbane Act 2010
- strong written and oral communication skills, including experience in managing and co-ordinating administrative processes and systems
- strong interpersonal skills, communicating effectively and appropriately with a range of stakeholders
- strong research and problem-solving skills with the ability to provide accurate advice
- proven ability to work effectively within a multi-functional team environment
- well-developed organisational and time management skills
- customer service and outcomes focus.
Degree level qualifications in Public Administration, Law, Business or other relevant disciplines is desirable.
Benefits of working for Council include:
- flexible working hours, and flexible arrangements
- free gym and wellness centre
- award winning superannuation fund
- generous leave provisions
- competitive salary.
Benefits of working for Council: CLICK HERE
How to apply: Click on the 'I’m interested' button to complete your online application. Please upload your tailored resume and covering letter (of no more than one page) demonstrating your suitability to the position.
This role requires a Criminal History Check.
For more information: Please call Lindsay Peacock on 07 3178 7506.
People from diverse backgrounds, including those living with a disability and/or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, who may have questions about the recruitment process or working at Council, are encouraged to reach out to the contact above, who can connect you with a member of Council’s Diversity and Inclusion team.
Application Closing Date: Sunday 9th June at 11:55pm
Brisbane City Council is a multi-award winning accessible and inclusive workplace where our people represent the diverse communities we serve, are supported, and can feel safe. Council has been awarded Employer of the Year at the National Disability Awards and has been recognised multiple times with ‘Gold Employer’ status from the Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTI inclusion.