FOI Coordinator: Immediate Start, Short-Term Contract

Michael Page Australia; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 53,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate start

Location: Prahran

Job summary

Michael Page Australia is seeking an experienced Freedom of Information Officer for a short-term contract in Prahran. The role focuses on registering, tracking and coordinating FOI requests, ensuring timely progress and complete responses.

Candidates should demonstrate robust record-keeping and the ability to handle confidential information with care. Responsibilities include gathering documents from internal teams, drafting clear correspondence, and maintaining orderly case files while keeping

Qualifications

• Experience managing freedom of information requests and related documentation.
• Strong record management skills, with care taken to maintain accurate and complete files.
• Confidence reviewing information and preparing clear written correspondence.
• Ability to coordinate information from several internal contacts and follow up on outstanding items.
• Sound judgement when handling confidential and sensitive information.
• Strong administrative skills and an organised approach to managing competing requests.

Responsibilities

• Receive, register and track freedom of information requests to maintain an accurate record of each matter.
• Review requests and identify the information and records needed for a clear, complete response.
• Coordinate the collection of relevant documents from internal areas and keep requests moving within required timeframes.
• Prepare correspondence, response documents and file notes that are accurate and easy to follow.
• Organise records and supporting material to maintain complete and orderly case files.
• Maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive health information and personal records.
• Provide updates on request status and outstanding information to support informed decision-making.
• Manage administrative tasks within the Secretarial & Business Support function to keep processes organised.

Skills

FOI requests

Record management

Written correspondence

Internal coordination

Confidential information

Administrative skills

Job description

Michael Page Australia is seeking an experienced Freedom of Information Officer for a short-term contract in Prahran. The role focuses on registering, tracking and coordinating FOI requests, ensuring timely progress and complete responses.

Candidates should demonstrate robust record-keeping and the ability to handle confidential information with care. Responsibilities include gathering documents from internal teams, drafting clear correspondence, and maintaining orderly case files while keeping