FOI Specialist: Governance & Transparency Expert

Greater Western Water Limited; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible on-site / WFH balance

Free onsite parking

16-week parental leave from commence

Work Life Balance Days for eligible FT

Income protection & salary continuance

Health insurance deals

Wellbeing rooms

Job summary

Greater Western Water Limited is seeking a Specialist, FOI to lead end-to-end management of Freedom of Information requests within a framework of transparency and good governance. Working with high autonomy, you will provide expert advice on exemptions, ensure timeliness, and support privacy obligations across the organisation.

The role involves training, maintaining FOI templates, coordinating third-party consultations, managing FOI reporting, and representing GWW at government FOI forums.

Qualifications

• Experience interpreting Freedom of Information legislation and managing FOI requests within statutory timeframes.
• Ability to work autonomously while prioritising competing tasks.
• Strong written communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience in legal research, compliance, governance or related regulatory environment.
• Desirable: relevant tertiary qualification in law, public policy, governance or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end FOI requests, including assessment, document searches and statutory compliance.
• Coordinate third-party and external stakeholder consultations for FOI matters.
• Oversee FOI administration, including maintenance of the FOI register.
• Provide expert advice on FOI legislation, exemptions and compliance requirements.
• Deliver FOI training and guidance to internal stakeholders.
• Support privacy-related matters and application of privacy legislation.
• Assist with FOI reviews and VCAT appeals, including external counsel engagement.
• Develop and maintain FOI templates, guidance and resources.
• Coordinate FOI reporting and manage OVIC complaints and inquiries.
• Build relationships with key stakeholders and represent the organisation at government FOI forums.
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment through regular on-site engagement.

Skills

FOI legislation

Autonomous work

Stakeholder engagement

Written communication

Legal research

Education

Tertiary qualification in law/public policy/governance

Tools

FOI templates

Job description

Greater Western Water Limited is seeking a Specialist, FOI to lead end-to-end management of Freedom of Information requests within a framework of transparency and good governance. Working with high autonomy, you will provide expert advice on exemptions, ensure timeliness, and support privacy obligations across the organisation.

The role involves training, maintaining FOI templates, coordinating third-party consultations, managing FOI reporting, and representing GWW at government FOI forums.