Information & Privacy Officer

Randstad is searching for a skilled and accomplished Information & Privacy Officer who possesses a keen eye for detail and excels in their field. This role requires the ability to build and sustain strong relationships. Our collaborative department is in need of an enthusiastic individual who embraces challenges and is committed to making a positive impact within the state government sector.

About your new role

The Information & Privacy Officer is a specialized legal and administrative role focused on the lawful release of information and the protection of privacy. Working with limited supervision within the Government, Legislation & Privacy branch, the officer ensures the organization meets its statutory obligations under Victorian law.

What you will need to exceed

• Experience processing Freedom of Information requests and making reviewable decisions.
• A thorough working knowledge of the Freedom of Information Act
• Ability to respond to subpoenas, warrants, and statutory orders within legal timeframes.
• Skill in conducting comprehensive searches for paper and electronic records across the organization and its contractors.
• Ability to investigate privacy incident reports and assist in responding to breaches.
• Analyzing complex issues to form sound, legally compliant judgements.
• Skills in drafting and implementing internal privacy policies and training materials.

Desirable

• Experience in working for government

Next steps

If you are a privacy expert with a commitment to inclusivity, collaboration, and transformative change, we invite you to apply and be part of this inspiring journey.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.