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Are you an expert at navigating the connection of information law, data and transparency? If you possess practical knowledge of or experience in FOI and Privacy, we would love to hear from you!The Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) is currently seeking applications for 2 Senior Information Access Officers, to join the FOI & Privacy section within the legal team.These ongoing hybrid/flexible positions can be in Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra, Darwin, Hobart, Melbourne, Perth or Sydney.Remuneration: The annual salary range for the position is APS6 - $94,563 - $106,394 p.a., plus a generous employer superannuation contribution of 15.4% (our Enterprise Agreement will deliver a 3.4% pay increase from 12 March 2026).About the opportunity:On establishment of the Administrative Review Tribunal a new FOI & Privacy team was created within the Legal branch, consolidating all FOI & Privacy functions previously undertaken across the Tribunal. The team plays a critical role in ensuring the Tribunal meets its statutory obligations under the Freedom of Information Act and maintains strong privacy governance in accordance with the Privacy Act.This is a unique opportunity for successful candidates to be involved in all aspects of FOI & Privacy at an interesting and critical time for the organisation.This role is responsible for contributing to a wide range of Privacy and FOI functions, comprising:privacy activities, including privacy breach assessment, advisory work and the development of privacy-enhancing practices.managing complex FOI matters and support corporate FOI processes, ensuring the Tribunal continues to meet its transparency obligations.caseload of complex or significant case related and corporate FOI & Privacy mattersleading business improvement projects in relation to best practice for FOI and Privacy related processes.The successful candidates will work alongside other Senior Information Access Officers of the FOI & Privacy team and may be responsible for leading and mentoring more junior staff in administering the FOI and Privacy Acts in a high volume workload making FOI decisions on behalf of the Tribunal. This dynamic role also oversees workloads and resources and provides reporting and advice to senior leaders to ensure the Tribunals compliance with requirements of those Acts.About you:To be successful you will need:Demonstrated experience in administering both the FOI Act and the Privacy Act,Strong research and analytical skillsWell-developed organisational, written, and verbal communication skillsDemonstrated ability to lead a small teamAn understanding of (or ability to quickly acquire) the Tribunals operations and legislative framework.Previous knowledge of or experience in Freedom of Information and Privacy Acts.The Tribunal requires Australian Citizenship as a condition of engagement.All employees are required to undertake an Australian Federal Police Check and complete a health declaration.More information about this position, the scope of the role, duties and required capabilities and experience, is contained within the Position Description, which is linked below and available on our Career Opportunities page.About the Tribunal:The Administrative Review Tribunal plays a crucial role in the Australian legal landscape, providing a process for individuals and organisations to seek an independent review of decisions made under a wide range of Commonwealth laws.We believe in providing our employees with a work environment that is supportive and rewarding. Our culture is one that welcomes all and we embrace flexibility and diversity. We believe our people are our most valuable asset and we work to support the skills, knowledge and capability of our staff.You can learn more about the Tribunal on the ART website.What we offer:flexible working options, including flexi-time and remote working to support you with your commitments outside of work.competitive salary including generous superannuation employer contribution of 15.4%salary packaging optionsaccess to holistic health and wellbeing programs support including Fitness Passport which provides discount to 350+ gyms, free annual influenza vaccinations and free eye testsgenerous leave allowances including Christmas to New Year office closure with no deduction from your leave balanceEmployee Assistance Program for you and your familyTo be considered, all applications must be submitted online via the Career Opportunities page. Please click on the job title you are applying for, click apply at the top of the page and follow the instructions on the online application.Please do not apply via SEEK Apply portal.Please submit a CV, Cover letter and upload a separate document addressing all of the required Capabilities and Experience as detailed in the position description.Applications close: 11:45PM(AEST) Wednesday 18 February 2026Please contact the Talent team on (02) 9276 5443 or [emailprotected] should you require assistance with accessing our website or with lodging your application.We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer and commit to responding to every applicant.Please note a merit pool may be created to fill future like vacancies. Suitable candidates on this merit pool may be contacted in relation to identical or similar non-ongoing and ongoing roles in the Tribunal, or the broader APS, within 18 months from the original advertised date in gazettal.The Administrative Review Tribunal is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We encourage and welcome applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, all genders, LGBTQI+ community and mature age people. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us if invited to interview.RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. 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