Freedom Of Information Manager

About the role: Ongoing - full-timeThe Department of Education is seeking a VPSG6 Freedom of Information (FOI) Manager to lead a dynamic team in a flexible work environment in the Integrity, Assurance and Executive Services Division.The FOI Manager oversees the department's compliance with the Freedom of Information Act 1982. The FOi Manager is supported by a FOI Team Leader and together lead a team of FOI Officers. The team works with all areas of the department managing multiple FOI requests, liaising with stakeholders and clients (including ministerial offices and schools) and engaging with and advising the department's program areas. The FOI Manager provides authoritative advice to internal stakeholders and oversees FOI appeals to the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal and reviews and complaints to the Office of the Victorian Information Commissioner.The FOI Manager also oversees reporting and leads business improvement.To be successful in this role you will have:

• Extensive FOI skills and experience
• Experience leading a team and supervising staff
• Sound judgment and experience providing authoritative advice to senior leadership
• Planning and reporting expertise.

For more details regarding this position please see attached position description.The Department values diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about our work, working for the Department, diversity and inclusion, and our employment conditions visit the , and our .Applicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person.Information about the Department of Education's operations and employment conditions can be obtained from the following websites: and .Applications close [08 April 2024]Job detailsJob Reference: VG/DE/PES/20002165
Location: Melbourne - CBD
Work Type: Ongoing - full time
Job Function: Information Management
Classification: VPSG6
Salary Range: $130,673 - $174,869
Job Duration: N/A
Date posted: 25-Mar-2024
Application Close Date: 08-Apr-2024
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Key Selection CriteriaContact:Damien O’Sheadamien.oshea@education.vic.gov.au