To succeed in this role, you will have:

• Demonstrated experience working in a management role relating to information management, privacy and data governance, ideally within a Victorian Government Department or agency.
• Expert knowledge of relevant information management legislative and government obligations, including Privacy and Data Projection Act 2014, Health Records Act 2001 , Public Records Act 1973, and associated OVIC and PROV Standards.
• Previous experience as a Privacy Officer or equivalent role, managing and responding to breaches, mitigating risks, maturing assets and processes that support all areas of the organisation.
• Strong leadership qualities with the ability to provide mentorship, direction and commitment, whilst working in a team environment.
• Ability leading and facilitating change management approaches focusing on improving data and information governance initiates and processes including development and delivery of training and awareness programs to employees
• Degree in the field of Information Management or Data Governance, and/or demonstrated experience within the field backed by industry accreditation and development
• Ideally, you have a knowledge of the Freedom of Information Act (Vic) 1982 and had previous experience as working as Freedom of Information Officer or equivalent

We’re a stable, purpose-driven organisation that offers you meaningful work, a welcoming and vibrant team culture, and a range of benefits, including:

• Competitive remuneration, plus generous allowances, annual salary increases and opportunity for band progression payments
• Reimbursements for study/professional development and wellbeing activities.
• Salary packaging options of novated motor vehicle lease and superannuation
• Access to additional leave categories when you need it most - flexible leave arrangements tailored to you, for example reproductive health and wellbeing leave, IVF leave etc
• Access to our 24/7 holistic mental health and wellbeing program for you and your family.
• A progressive, respectful and supportive work environment with experienced leaders who are invested in you