OVERVIEW

Work type: Full time
Salary: $109,730 - $132,764
Grade: VPSG5
Occupation: Legal
Location: CBD
Reference: VG/DE/PES/1852295
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ABOUT THE ROLE

The Senior Freedom Information Officer - Topicals reports to the Manager of the FOI Unit. The role will support the Team Leader Topical, with the delivery of timely FOI services to applicants; in conjunction with supporting management and the team to process requests in accordance with the Freedom of Information Act 1982 (the FOI Act).
The incumbent will build relationships with a range of stakeholders, support and promote the release of documents and making decisions under the FOI Act. They will apply their skills in other related contexts such as reviews and complaints before the Victorian Information Commissioner.

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Extensive experience processing requests under the FOI Act specifically working with complex FOI requests and preparation of Ministerial Briefings an advantage;
• to process requests and make FOI decisions in accordance with the legislative requirements of the FOI Act and Professional Standards;
• the ability to operate with an increased level of autonomy and accountability and within a team environment;
• to be able to provide professional and timely advice on a wide range of FOI related matters;
• to be able to review material identified in response to the FOI application to determine relevance and the scope within the FOI Act;
• excellent time management skills and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively;
• the ability to manage stakeholders through effective negotiation and influence;
• strong verbal and written communication skills