FOI & Privacy Specialist

Australian Human Rights Commission; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 100,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Australian Human Rights Commission invites applications for a full-time/part-time legal role in Sydney with a focus on Freedom of Information and privacy matters. You will manage FOI requests, advise on privacy breaches, and assist with threshold assessments and investigations.

The role offers a competitive salary range, 15.4% superannuation, and flexible hybrid/remote work options. Initial 12-month term with potential for ongoing employment, subject to performance.

Qualifications

• Experience in FOI and privacy roles is desirable but not mandatory.
• Ability to prepare high quality decisions within a regulatory framework and work independently.
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Process and assist in timely FOI decision processing, including handling routine and moderately complex requests.
• Assist with privacy enquiries and prepare privacy assessments and investigations.
• Contribute to policies, templates and guidance materials; maintain information management standards.

Skills

FOI knowledge

Privacy compliance

Regulatory framework

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Legal qualification (Australian or comparable)

Job description

Australian Human Rights Commission invites applications for a full-time/part-time legal role in Sydney with a focus on Freedom of Information and privacy matters. You will manage FOI requests, advise on privacy breaches, and assist with threshold assessments and investigations.

The role offers a competitive salary range, 15.4% superannuation, and flexible hybrid/remote work options. Initial 12-month term with potential for ongoing employment, subject to performance.