3/4 days a week | 3-month contract | Remote Working - preferred Sydney Based | Start ASAP | Australian Citizen
Your new company
Are you an experienced FOI specialist looking for a flexible short‐term contract? This is an excellent opportunity to join one of Australia's most trusted national institutions and support its statutory Freedom of Information (FOI) function.
Hays is partnering with a highly regarded Media organisation to recruit a FOI Coordinator for an initial 3-month assignment, working 3–4 days per week. This role offers full flexibility, work from anywhere in Australia. However, Sydney-based is highly desirable.
Your new role
Reporting to the Senior FOI Officer, you will play a key role in administering and coordinating the organisation's FOI processes in line with the Freedom of Information Act 1982 (Cth).
You will:
* Manage the administration of FOI requests end to end, including file creation, document tracking, and correspondence management
* Coordinate document searches, retrievals and statutory timeframes
* Prepare, review, and organise FOI documentation, including redactions as directed
* Maintain FOI request databases, deadlines, and reporting obligations
* Support compliance requirements such as the Disclosure Log and Information Publication Scheme (IPS)
* Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring clear, timely, and accurate communication
* Assist with FOI training, enquiries, and general administrative duties
* Collaborate with the FOI team and broader organisation to ensure consistent, high-quality service delivery
What you'll need to succeed
To excel in this role, you will bring:
* Demonstrated FOI experience, essential for this assignment
* Experience in administrative, legal, or compliance-driven environments
* Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing deadlines
* Excellent written communication, including drafting clear, accurate correspondence
* High attention to detail and sound judgement
* Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion
* Strong stakeholder engagement and interpersonal skills
* Confidence of working semi-independently and collaboratively within a small team\
What you'll get in return
1. Competitive hourly rate: $55–70 p/hr + Super (commensurate with experience)
2. Fully remote role, work from any location (preference is Sydney based)
3. Flexible 3–4 days per week arrangement
4. Immediate impact role with a respected national organisation
5. A supportive environment with opportunities to contribute to process improvement
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to Niamh Kelly via ***********@hays.com.au
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