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
Competitive hourly rate: $55–70 p/hr + Super (commensurate with experience)
Fully remote role, work from any location (preference is Sydney based)
Flexible 3–4 days per week arrangement
Immediate impact role with a respected national organisation
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