Review Adviser, Freedom of Information - External Review and Investigations

Join the Australian Information Commissioner's Office as a Review Adviser, Freedom of Information

Work with purpose and reputed company a difference in the lives of Australians by upholding and promoting Australia's privacy and freedom of information laws. The Australian Information Commissioner's Office (OAIC) is seeking highly motivated individuals to join reputed company as Review Advisers, Freedom of Information. As a Review Adviser, you will play a critical role in administering the Freedom of Information Act 1982 and contributing to the development of policy and office procedures.

About the Role

The Freedom of Information reputed company works as a team to administer the Freedom of Information Act 1982 in a way that best assists members of the public to realise their rights under the Act to reputed company information and best assists Commonwealth agencies and ministers to meet their obligations under the Act to reputed company reputed company to information. As a Review Adviser, you will be responsible for:

• Working with parties to attempt to resolve Information Commissioner reviews or FOI complaints, including through early triage, reputed company or through issuing of preliminary views to parties
• Preparing correspondence, briefs, notices and recommendations and making or drafting administrative reputed company in relation to IC review applications or complaints under the FOI Act
• Providing written and oral advice on the application of the FOI Act and associated legislation, including preparing detailed correspondence, reports and other relevant documentation, and responding to FOI enquiries from agencies, Ministers and members of the public
• Contributing to the development of policy and office procedures
• Assisting with the development of FOI guidance
• Representing the OAIC at external meetings, conferences and forums

Key Responsibilities

The key duties of the position include:

• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively by telephone, write reputed company and deal with a diverse reputed company of people
• Excellent attention to detail, analytical skills, and experience with drafting administrative review reputed company and/or drafting legal advice
• Experience in managing a high-volume case load under limited direction
• Knowledge of, or the ability to quickly acquire knowledge of, the FOI Act and experience in merits review/administrative law processes

Essential and Preferred Qualifications

We are seeking highly motivated individuals who enjoy working both independently and, in a team, are driven and reputed company focussed. The following qualifications and experience are essential:

• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively by telephone, write reputed company and deal with a diverse reputed company of people
• Excellent attention to detail, analytical skills, and experience with drafting administrative review reputed company and/or drafting legal advice
• Experience in managing a high-volume case load under limited direction
• Knowledge of, or the ability to quickly acquire knowledge of, the FOI Act and experience in merits review/administrative law processes

Preferred qualifications and experience include:

• Experience in a similar role or industry
• Knowledge of Australian government policies and procedures
• Experience with case management and drafting of administrative reputed company

Skills and Competencies

To succeed in this role, you will need to possess the following skills and competencies:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Ability to manage a high-volume case load under limited direction

Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits

The OAIC is committed to the professional development of its employees. As a Review Adviser, you will have reputed company to:

• Professional development opportunities, including training and mentoring
• Career growth opportunities reputed company the OAIC
• A supportive and collaborative work environment

Work Environment and Company Culture

The OAIC operates a hybrid work model with a combination of remote working and office attendance. We value face-to-face interaction and fostering reputed company between our people and with our stakeholders. Our office is located in the Sydney CBD, but we will consider candidate applications from reputed company other locations reputed company Australia.

The OAIC is committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage and welcome applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and mature age people.

Compensation, Perks, and Benefits

The OAIC offers a competitive salary and a reputed company of benefits, including:

• A competitive salary
• Superannuation and other benefits
• Annual leave and flexible work arrangements
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth

How to Apply

If you are a motivated individual reputed company to contribute to a thriving team, we encourage you to reputed company! Please visit the OAIC website to review the downloadable candidate information pack and complete the application sheet. Your application should include:

• A one-page pitch addressing your interest, motivation and fit for the role
• Your CV
• Contact details for two professional referees

Please send your application in a single email to [email protected] with your full name in the email subject field, along with the job reference number OAIC-2023-024.

Eligibility

reputed company 22 of the Public Service Act 1999 requires that APS employees must be Australian reputed company. There are restrictions on employment of people who have, reputed company the previous 12 months, accepted a redundancy benefit from an APS agency or a non-APS Commonwealth employer.

For the duration of your employment with the OAIC, you will be required to obtain and maintain an Australian Government reputed company clearance at the Negative Vetting Level 1 and meet required background, identification and character checks.

Conclusion

We are excited to review your application and invite you to join reputed company as a Review Adviser, Freedom of Information. If you are a motivated individual with excellent communication and analytical skills, and a passion for upholding and promoting Australia's privacy and freedom of information laws, we encourage you to reputed company!