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Manager, Freedom of Information and PrivacyOffers challenge, variety and flexibilityOpportunity to join a high-achieving team with a great collaborative working culture$130,673 - $174,869 (plus superannuation)Ongoing roleUsual work location: 1 Spring Street, Melbourne (flexibility may be available)We are seeking a highly experienced Manager, Freedom of Information and Privacy to join our team at the Victorian Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions.About the roleThis position leads the Freedom of Information and Privacy team in the Public and Administrative Law unit of the Legal and Legislation Branch. The Branch's role is to provide high quality legal and legislative advice and services on a broad range of matters across the Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions. There is always a great variety of interesting work. The Department covers a diverse range of portfolios, including:Jobs and Industry;Creative Industries;Medical Research;Tourism, Sport and Major Events;Outdoor Recreation;Economic Growth;Community Sport;Small Business;Skills and TAFE;Regional Development; andEmployment.Our FOI and Privacy Officers ensure compliance with the Freedom of Information Act 1982 (Vic) (the FOI Act) and the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014 (Vic) (the Privacy Act) by providing timely, expert and authoritative advice on complex information requests.The successful applicant will lead a small high performing team that values excellence, collaboration, and supporting one another. As a member of the Branch, you will have the opportunity to do meaningful work that benefits all Victorians.About YouTo succeed in the role, you will need:Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in the interpretation and application of FOI and privacy legislation and administration, or significant experience in administrative law decision-making.Demonstrated leadership ability, including modelling organisational values and managing a team of officers and their workload, and ability to work autonomously and in a team environment to deliver high quality outcomes.Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and to develop and maintain positive working relationships with senior staff in the department and ministers' offices.Demonstrated ability to prepare detailed, strategic and high-quality briefings, correspondence and reports.Demonstrated ability to manage a number of different and complex matters simultaneously within tight timeframes, and make timely and robust decisions and provide advice based on consideration of relevant facts, documentation and circumstances.Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills, including consideration of wider business context when exploring options to resolve issues and ability to develop and maintain effective systems and solutions.The DepartmentThe Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions is focused on growing Victoria's prosperity, building the productive capacity of our economy and increasing participation – by creating more opportunities for people through skills and jobs; helping businesses and industries to thrive; and building vibrant communities and regions.For more information, see the .Established on 1 January 2023, our work spans numerous portfolios, supporting departmental ministers and operating across metropolitan, regional and international offices. We oversee various public entities, including public corporations, regulatory authorities and specialist boards.The Department welcomes and encourages applications from diverse applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, refugees or asylum seekers, people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, LGBTIQ+ people and people with disability. All roles at DJSIR can be worked flexibly and we offer reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities.Our values are accountability, integrity and respect, and underpin everything we do.For more information about the department, please visit our website: .Further InformationFor a confidential discussion, please contact Rachelle Oberklaid, Acting Director, Public and Administrative Law on or 0417 443 463.Current VPS employees are encouraged to apply through the Jobs and Skills Exchange (JSE).Further InformationApplicants will be required to comply with the Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Region's (department's) COVID-19 Vaccination requirements, as outlined in the department's COVID-19 Vaccination requirements policy and in line with the department's obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004, directions, policies or procedures, including but not limited to any requirement to provide evidence of vaccination status.Successful candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Records Check prior to commencing employment with the Department. To be eligible for this position you must hold the mandatory qualification as outlined in the position description. For further information on the position, please refer to the attached position description.Please note: If you require an adjustment to participate in any stage of the recruitment process or have a particular requirement to be communicated with by either telephone, or email only, please notify the DJSIR Recruitment Team at with the position number in the subject line.We respect and welcome people of all backgrounds, genders, sexualities, abilities, and cultures.How to ApplyPlease click the ‘Apply Now' button. As part of the application process, you will need to provide a copy of your resume and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria outlined in the position description.Applications close at midnight on 31 July 2024.State Government of Victoria
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