Compliance and Privacy Officer at Aspect

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Apr, 26

Salary

112000.0

Posted On

16 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Compliance, Privacy, Legislative Compliance, Policy Development, Relationship Management, Regulatory Bodies, External Auditors, Australian Privacy Principles

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Company Description Aspect (Autism Spectrum Australia) is one of Australia’s largest autism-specific service providers, with one of the biggest autism-specific school programs in the world. A not-for-profit organisation, we work in partnership with people of all ages on the autism spectrum, and their families to deliver evidence-informed solutions that are person-centred, family-focused and customer driven. At Aspect we recognise a different brilliant®, where we seek to understand, engage and celebrate the strengths, interests and aspiration of people on the autism spectrum. Job Description What you will do: This is an exciting opportunity for a subject matter expert to support Aspect in meeting its compliance obligations, including those relevant to education and provision of disability services, the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth), the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs), and all other relevant laws and regulations. Some of the key accountabilities include: Providing advice to maintain accreditation against the relevant Disability, Education and Child Safety standards. Maintaining Aspect’s legislative compliance register. Working with the leadership network to develop, maintain and review documented policies, procedures and work instructions to comply with the relevant legislative and regulatory requirements and standards. Overseeing and managing Aspect’s privacy program, including how personal information is collected, used, disclosed, stored, and destroyed, as well as owning Aspect’s privacy policy and related procedures. This is a part time, 0.8 FTE, 4 days a week position. The annual pro rated salary ranges from $104k - $112k inclusive of superannuation, and is dependent on qualifications and experience. Click here to view the full position profile. Qualifications What you bring: At least 5 years' experience in a compliance role in a large complex organisation Sound understanding of Australian Privacy Principles and responsibilities of a Privacy Officer Skilled in the navigation of a complex organisation, forging relationships, and managing compliance requirements through influence rather than an authoritative approach Experience in dealing with regulatory bodies and external auditors Don't meet every single requirement? That's okay. We know that not all candidates are likely to check every box, and we value diverse experiences and perspectives. If you’re excited about this role and believe you could be a great fit, we encourage you to apply — even if your background doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, skill or experience listed. You might be just the person we’re looking for. Additional Information What we offer: Professional Learning opportunities for career advancement Salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay Hybrid working arrangements, flexibility between the office and home/remote Modern workspace with end-of-trip facilities, on the doorstep of Chatswood train and metro station, dining and retail outlets Employee referral incentives Access to a wide range of discounts through Beny on everyday purchases Discounted membership to fitness facilities through Fitness Passport Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with Converge International. To apply: Click on the "I'm Interested" button and attach your resume (not compulsory) and complete the candidate questionnaire; cover letter is optional. We do not accept CV's directly via email. Aspect reserves the right to interview and appoint at any stage during the recruitment process. Enquiries should be directed to: Suzanne Johnson, Head of Enterprise Risk, [email protected] Aspect is committed to increasing the number of Autistic staff and providing an inclusive workplace where everyone can feel that they belong. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds including, but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, neurodivergent people, people with a disability, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, to apply. We have a range of universal strategies to meet the needs of different people in our hiring processes, and are happy to individualise these. Learn more about us: www.autismspectrum.org.au Department: People, Culture & Safety Compensation: AUD104000 - AUD112000 - yearly

Responsibilities

The Compliance and Privacy Officer will support Aspect in meeting compliance obligations related to education and disability services, and oversee the privacy program. Key tasks include maintaining accreditation, managing the compliance register, and developing policies to meet legislative requirements.