Senior FOI Lead: Transparency & Access

Australian Capital Territory; Canberra; On-site; AUD 128,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

ACT Government is seeking an Assistant Director, Freedom of Information in the Education Directorate for a full-time temporary role with a possibility of permanency. The position closes 28 October 2026 and offers a salary of $127,597 to $136,873 plus superannuation.

The role focuses on processing FOI requests and open access information schemes, requiring strong judgement, excellent communication, and meticulous organisational skills.

Qualifications

• Experience handling Freedom of Information requests under relevant legislation.
• Strong judgment and communication skills required.
• Ability to work in a government information access team.

Responsibilities

• Process FOI requests in accordance with legislation.
• Provide guidance on information access and open access schemes.
• Ensure timely, accurate and well-documented decision-making.

Skills

communication skills

interpersonal skills

organizational skills

attention to detail

Job description

ACT Government is seeking an Assistant Director, Freedom of Information in the Education Directorate for a full-time temporary role with a possibility of permanency. The position closes 28 October 2026 and offers a salary of $127,597 to $136,873 plus superannuation.

The role focuses on processing FOI requests and open access information schemes, requiring strong judgement, excellent communication, and meticulous organisational skills.