Hoban Recruitment are sourcing an experienced APS 5 Level Freedom of Information Officer to join our client who are a federal agency.
Attractive hourly rate of $55.24 per hour including casual loading plus 11% superannuation.
Located in Braddon ACT and commencing ASAP.
ASAP start date for an initial 12-month assignment plus possibility of an extension, pending business requirements.
37.5 hours per week - Monday to Friday.
About the role
As a Freedom of Information Officer, you will assist the team in the administration of Freedom of Information (FOI) requests made to the Agency and will ensure the Agency meets its legal obligations in relation to the Freedom of Information Act 1982 (Cth) [FOI Act].
The Agency collects, stores, and uses a variety of customer and corporate information. Information can be released under Freedom of Information, Privacy and/or Public Interest Disclosure legislation and guidelines. You will administratively contribute to the management and development of the Agency's information handling requirements.
You will be committed to working in the Agency's Freedom of Information team by preparing, managing and reporting on the Agency's Freedom of Information Requests. You will have effective time management and administration expertise and skill and will work in accordance with the highest qualified and ethical standards.
Responsibilities of the role include but are not limited to:
Assist, prepare and collate documents required to make FOI decisions in accordance with the FOI Act;
Assist and administratively manage the coordination of in-house and outsourced FOI services;
Maintaining working relationships with participants and other internal and external stakeholders;
Preparing and drafting a range of material including internal and external correspondence and formal decision letters; and
Administratively assist in developing systems, processes and practical tools including training to support FOI handling and awareness.
About you
You should have strong administration and co-ordination skills ideally within the Freedom of Information space.
You should also have strong stakeholder communication skills as well as Independence and decision making skills.
You MUST be an Australian Citizen for this role.
Be able to pass a National Police and Working With Children Check.
Only suitable applicants will be contacted.