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Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and TradeSee more

addressAddressCanberra ACT
type Form of work4 hours ago
CategoryBusiness

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Ongoing
$131,232 - $148,315 per annum + 15.4% employer super contribution
Canberra

The Opportunity
The Freedom of Information Section (FOI) is seeking a high-performing officer to join the section as Director to manage complex FOI requests and reviews. This strategic role will enable you to work closely with senior leaders to drive outcomes that support the department’s management of legal compliance and sensitive FOI disclosure risks.
The section’s work is varied, fast-paced and critical to the department’s operations. Directors provide advice to senior management and portfolio Ministers on FOI matters.
We are looking for Directors with diverse relevant experience across FOI and information disclosure practices. Legal qualifications are strongly preferred.

Our Ideal Candidate

You will:
have strong stakeholder liaison and communication skills
have an eye for detail and an ability to engage accurately and strategically on technical matters
be able to identify and manage risk in all areas of decision-making
manage and develop a team to deliver high-quality outcomes within statutory time frames
have sound judgement and critical thinking skills that will enable them to support the team to manage FOI disclosure risks
have excellent analytical skills and the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
have demonstrated problem solving experience using judgement while managing risk
have strong inter-personal and coordination skills, in particular the ability to build effective working relationships with a diverse set of internal and external stakeholders.

Application Details

Your application will need to provide:
your personal details
a 300-400 word pitch
a maximum four-page CV (uploaded)
contact details of two referees (one being your current supervisor).
Your application will be assessed on your ability to demonstrate, or have the potential to develop, the required skills, knowledge, experience, and qualifications, to proficiently perform the role. Relevant examples and accomplishments will strengthen your application.

The requirements of the role are based on the information provided to you as part of the job advertisement, in line with the APS Work Level Standards (WLS).

For more information about the role, including duties and How to Apply please refer to the Applicant Pack.

Applications close Sunday 15th January 2023 at 11:30PM AEDT.

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