CareerPlan

Freedom of Information Officer

Melbourne, VictoriaFull-time$97k2026-10-06 → 2026-10-20
Hybrid

Core

Manage and process Freedom of Information (FOI) requests for a local council in accordance with the Freedom of Information Act 1982 (Vic), ensuring legislative compliance and transparency.

Role type

Freedom of Information Officer

Builds

FOI services and documentation for the Council

Domain

Public sector governance and information management

Required skills

FOI request processing, legal research, document review, legislative interpretation, privacy principles, stakeholder liaison

Preferred skills

Law or public administration qualification, experience in government or legal settings

Responsibilities

Assess FOI requests, prepare documentation, liaise with stakeholders, support reviews and complaints processes

Seniority

Mid-level, autonomous IC