Information Access Manager
Core
Lead the City's information access function as the delegated decision-maker under the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009, making complex statutory decisions and driving transparency.
Role type
Senior IC Information Access Manager (Public Sector)
Builds
Transparent governance and open government practices for the City of Sydney
Domain
Public Sector / Government Information Law
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
GIPA Act administration, statutory decision-making, team leadership, policy development, stakeholder advisory, tribunal representation
Preferred skills
Experience with Freedom of Information legislation, senior executive influence, open government culture promotion
Technologies
GIPA Act 2009, NCAT, Information and Privacy Commission
Responsibilities
Lead and develop the specialist Information Access team; Act as the delegated decision-maker under the GIPA Act; Assess and determine complex GIPA applications, subpoenas and other information access matters; Provide expert advice to Directors, Executives and business units on information access legislation and disclosure obligations; Represent the City in reviews with the Information and Privacy Commission and NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal (NCAT); Drive proactive release initiatives and promote a culture of open government across the organisation; Develop policies, procedures and education programs that strengthen legislative compliance and organisational capability.