Title: Senior FOI & Privacy Officer
About the Department of Premier and Cabinet (DPC)
We work for the people of Victoria by helping the Government achieve its strategic objectives. We do this by supporting the Premier, the Minister for Treaty and First Peoples and the Minister for Multicultural Affairs, as well as the Cabinet. Our vision is to be recognised and respected leaders in whole-of-government policy and performance.
An exciting opportunity exists to perform a senior role in a high performing team providing advice on FOI and Privacy matters.
The Office of the General Counsel provides legal and policy advice to the Premier and Ministers supported by the Department of Premier and Cabinet and related agencies.
Reporting to the Manager, FOI & Privacy Team, the Senior FOI & Privacy Officer will:
- have detailed knowledge and demonstrated experience in the interpretation and application of the Freedom of Information Act 1982 (Vic) (FOI Act) and the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014 (PDP Act)
- demonstrate attention to detail and a collegiate approach to work
- have excellent time management skills and an ability to manage competing priorities effectively
- have strong verbal and written communication skills
- have the ability to adapt quickly to a new workplace.
This is a VPS5 Fixed term, full-time position until 31/12/2026.
The Office is seeking a hard-working Senior FOI & Privacy Officer with strong technical, policy and conceptual skills, to be part of a dynamic team.
For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Matthew Thompson on matthew.thompson@dpc.vic.gov.au or 9922 7683.
For more details regarding this position, please see attached position description here for the key selection criteria to address in application.
How to apply
Apply before the advertised closing date 11:59pm on Tuesday 3rd March 2026. All applications should include:
a resume; and
a cover letter which addresses the key selection criteria (within three pages)
Other relevant information
To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing role is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.
Preferred applicants will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form, a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.
DPC actively promotes diversity, inclusion and an equal opportunity workplace. We welcome applicants from all diverse backgrounds, including people with disabilities and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. All roles at DPC can be worked flexibly, however it may differ from role to role.
