Information Assistant

Freedom Of Information Officer (Statutory Laws)

Grow your career with this exciting opportunity as a Field Analytics Technical Officer! Enjoy competitive pay, skill development, and community impact.

About the role:
As a Freedom Of Information Officer (Statutory Laws) you will join a dedicated team to lead and assist in the processing of Freedom of Information and Information Privacy requests..

Benefits:

• Local Council - Great opportunity to work for local council.

• Dandenong Location - Convenient and close to local amenities.

• Competitive Rate: $49 per hour plus super

• 38 hours per week: Full-time role with stable working hours.

• Impactful Work: Contribute to meaningful projects that enhance local infrastructure and directly benefit the community.

Key responsibilities:

• Assist the Governance Coordinator in processing Freedom of Information and Information Privacy requests

• Coordinate major activities of the Governance Unit, including administering Councillor Briefing Sessions and Council meeting processes

• Ensure legislative compliance and good governance practices across the organisation

• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, including Council business units, customers, and government bodies

• Make decisions relating to the release of Council documents under relevant acts

• Develop and deliver training programs and information sessions to staff

About you:

• Degree or Diploma in Civic Administration or equivalent with relevant Governance experience OR lesser formal qualification with substantial Governance experience in Local Government or relevant public sector

• Demonstrated understanding of the Freedom of Information Act 1982, Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014, Local Government Act 1989, and Local Government Act 2020

• Ability to manage and process Freedom of Information and Information Privacy requests

• Proven experience in achieving good governance practices, ideally within Local or State Government

• Capacity to respect and manage confidential information within a political environment

• Previous experience conducting election activities in Council elections

• Strong communication skills, both oral and written, including preparation of reports, agendas, and minutes

• Proficiency in using computer software and systems, including Microsoft Office suite and electronic document management systems

• Satisfactory Working with Children's Check and Police Check

• Current valid Victorian Driver's Licence

If you're looking for a rewarding career in local government with the opportunity to make a real difference in your community. Apply today and take the next step in your career.

At HOBAN we encourage applications from people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people of all genders, LGBTI people, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

We provide reasonable adjustments; including alternate formats to the recruitment process for individuals with disability. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, please email our Adjustments Coordinator at adjustments@hoban.com.au or visit hoban.com.au/adjustments for additional contact details.