Directors (multiple positions)

Leadership within the OAIC work as a united team, collaborating and supporting each other and staff in achieving outcomes for the Australian community, and ensuring the agency’s success. You will demonstrate leadership that aligns with the values of the OAIC, which include: Modelling and championing the OAIC’s Guiding Principles (‘4 Pillars’): being proactive, proportionate, purpose-driven and people-focused Possessing integrity and demonstrating alignment with the APS Values: Impartial, Committed to service, Accountable, Respectful, Ethical and Stewardship Empowering staff to make decisions and supporting a shift to a more harm-focused regulatory approach for the OAIC that considers risk in a proportionate manner and is not risk averse Supporting OAIC’s Commissioners to set the strategic direction of the OAIC, communicating that direction internally and externally, and leading your team to deliver on it. The key duties of the position include: There are 5 Director positions we are looking to fill. Please refer to the Candidate Information Pack on the OAIC's website for further information about each role before applying. Director, Early Resolution (Freedom of Information, Case Management) Director, Reviews and Investigations (Freedom of Information, Case Management) Director, Early Resolution (Privacy Case Management) Director, Investigations (Privacy Case Management or Regulatory Action) Director, Determinations (Privacy Case Management) Job Specific Capabilities, Skills & Experience We are seeking applications from candidates who have: Experience operating in a regulatory environment Knowledge of the Freedom of Information Act 1982 and the Privacy Act 1988 or the ability to quickly build this knowledge Highly desirable: experience working in or with government legal qualifications. Eligibility Section 22 of the Public Service Act 1999 requires that APS employees must be Australian citizens. There are restrictions on employment of people who have, within the previous 12 months, accepted a redundancy benefit from an APS agency or a non-APS Commonwealth employer. For the duration of your employment with the OAIC you will be required to obtain and maintain an Australian Government security clearance at the Negative Vetting Level 1 and meet required background, identification and character checks. All duties are to be performed in accordance with the APS Code of Conduct and APS Values and OAIC policies, including Workplace Diversity and Work Health and Safety. Under section 25 of the Public Service Act 1999 the OAIC may re-assign the duties of an employee from time to time Notes How to Apply Please complete the application form found at the end of this job pack as part of your submission. Please provide: a resume (aim for a maximum of 2-3 pages) and statement of claim of up to one A4 page, addressing the duties, capabilities, skills and experience relevant to the role outlined above. Your statement should include the use of practical and professional examples of your skills and experience as relevant to the role. Your application form, CV and statement of claim should be collated as one document (where possible) and sent in a single email to: oaic.gov.au. Getting to know the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) is an independent agency within the Attorney-General’s portfolio. Our primary functions are privacy, freedom of information and government information policy. Our responsibilities include conducting investigations, reviewing decisions, handling complaints, and providing guidance and advice.

Location: Perth CBD, AU

Posted Date: 2/1/2025