Job Description
The Compliance Officer plays a vital role in ensuring the Commission's initiatives comply with relevant legislation, data governance standards, and national regulatory frameworks.
As a key member of the Digital Governance and Compliance Team, you will be responsible for assessing compliance risks, coordinating digital audits, and providing specialist advice on legislative obligations across digital programs.
Key Responsibilities:
* Monitor and evaluate compliance with relevant legislation, including the Privacy Act 1988, Australian Privacy Principles (APPs), Public Governance, Performance and Accountability Act 2013, and other relevant laws.
* Review and advise on data handling practices, cyber security, and digital system integrity within department programs and platforms.
* Coordinate privacy impact assessments (PIAs), data breach assessments, and risk mitigation strategies for digital programs.
* Support the development of internal digital compliance policies and procedures aligned to the Digital Service Standard and Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF).
* Develop and deliver compliance reporting, briefings, and dashboards for senior executive and internal stakeholders.
* Contribute to digital project assurance activities, including procurement reviews, system integration reviews, and compliance with Digital and ICT Investment Oversight Framework.
Required Skills and Qualifications
* Demonstrated understanding of digital regulatory compliance in the public sector, particularly in health, aged care, or human services.
* Practical experience applying relevant legislation, including Privacy Act 1988, Australian Privacy Principles, Public Governance, Performance and Accountability Act 2013, and other relevant laws.
* Familiarity with frameworks such as the Australian Government Information Security Manual (ISM), the Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) Essential Eight, and the OAIC Data Breach Notification Guidelines.
* Experience supporting governance and audit activities in a digital or ICT project environment.
* Strong stakeholder engagement and advisory skills, with the ability to interpret complex technical and regulatory requirements into practical compliance advice.
* Excellent written communication skills for preparing compliance documentation, reports, briefings, and training materials.
Benefits
* A competitive salary package, ranging from $96,503 to $108,869 per annum, depending on skills and experience.
* 15.4% superannuation paid.
* Access to professional development opportunities and training programs.
* Opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive team environment.
Others
* Non-ongoing opportunity will be offered for an irregular/intermittent term, up to 12 months.
* Merit Pool established through this selection process may be used to fill future vacancies.