Foi & Privacy Support Officer - Werribee, Australia - Wyndham City Council

Wyndham City Council

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Werribee, Australia

1 week ago

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Olivia Brown

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Description

Develop your career as a Freedom of Information (
FOI) & Privacy Support Officer within a council environment

Fulltime permanent with flexible hours
Salary from $78,200.20 plus super and RDO

We are Wyndham, one of Australia's fastest growing and most diverse cities.

Our people are hard at work designing the precincts, building the infrastructure, developing the policies and delivering the programs that will ensure the City is prepared to welcome over 200,000 new residents by 2040.

Shape new possibilities. Be part of something more.

A bit about the role

The position will support the Team Leader - Freedom of Information & Privacy in a dynamic and fast paced role.

Some of your responsibilities will include, interpreting the _Freedom of Information _1982_ _(Vic) (
FOI Act) and _Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014_ (
PDP Act) and assisting in responding to requests for access to information and privacy queries and complaints.

What you'll deliver

Support in locating documents and responding to FOI and Privacy requests, in accordance with the legislative requirements and operational standards.
Assist with the management of FOI and Privacy requests, subpoenas and witness summons.
Support Council's functions under the _Health Records Act 2001._

What you'll bring

Previous experience, knowledge and understanding of the FOI and PDP Act.
Previous experience in a support role preferably within the government environment.
A proactive and confident approach with willingness to learn, and the ability to work in a team environment and to follow processes and procedures.
A positive, curious and flexible mind.

Be part of something more

Take a look at our job opportunities and you may be surprised at what you discover: a future-focused culture, a sense of purpose and possibility, and real opportunities to strengthen our diverse community.

It all adds up to make Wyndham City a great place to belong.

Our people are our most valued asset. We are focused on building a culture that empowers every person to do their best work.

Flexibility is built right into our DNA and we are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace that celebrates a diverse workforce.

Ask us how this role can be worked.

So, are you ready to shape new possibilities?

What's next?
To find out more about the role, please contact
Uma Khurana,
Team Leader - FOI & Privacy on

Applications will be accepted until
11:59pm on 26 March 2023.

To enable compliance with State Government requirements as contained in the current Chief Health Officer COVID19 mandatory vaccination directions; you will be required to provide your COVID19 vaccination information prior to commencing employment with Council.