AO7 Principal Privacy Officer
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What you'll do
- Provide specialist and authoritative advice on complex RTI, Privacy and information access matters.
- Lead the assessment and management of complex or sensitive requests, enquiries and related legislative matters.
- Provide advice on the interpretation and application of relevant legislation, policies and procedures.
- Exercise delegated decision-making responsibilities where required, including preparing clear and defensible Statements of Reasons.
- Provide specialist input into Privacy Impact Assessments, privacy risks, data breaches and privacy complaints where relevant to your area of expertise.
- Act as a senior technical resource for the team, providing guidance, mentoring and support to colleagues.
- Build effective relationships with senior stakeholders and provide advice on emerging risks, issues and legislative requirements.
- Contribute to the development and improvement of policies, procedures, guidance and processes.
- Liaise with relevant external stakeholders and oversight bodies, including the Office of the Information Commissioner.
What they're looking for
- Significant experience in RTI, Privacy, information access or a related legislative or compliance environment.
- Strong knowledge of, and practical experience applying, the Right to Information Act 2009 (Qld) and/or Information Privacy Act 2009 (Qld).
- Experience managing complex matters and providing high-level advice to stakeholders.
- Strong written skills, including the ability to prepare clear and defensible advice and Statements of Reasons.
- The ability to interpret legislation, assess risk and provide practical recommendations.
- Strong stakeholder management skills and the confidence to work with senior leaders and external stakeholders.
- The ability to mentor others, share technical knowledge and contribute to continuous improvement.
Nice to have
- Experience with delegated decision-making.
- Experience with Privacy Impact Assessments.
- Experience with privacy breach management.
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Full description from employer
Brisbane, QLD | Hybrid working options | $96.19 per hour + super | Contract to 4 December 2026, with potential for extension or permanent appointment
About the RoleAre you an experienced RTI or Privacy professional looking for your next opportunity?
We are seeking a Principal RTI / Privacy Advisor to provide specialist advice and leadership across complex Right to Information, Privacy and information access matters within a Queensland Government organisation.
This is a senior advisory position suited to an experienced practitioner who can operate with a high degree of autonomy, provide sound legislative and risk-based advice, and work confidently with senior stakeholders.
You may come from a strong RTI, Privacy or related information governance background. You do not need to be an expert across both areas — strong experience in either RTI or Privacy will be considered.
The position is initially offered as a contract through to 4 December 2026, with potential for extension or permanent appointment.
Key Responsibilities- Provide specialist and authoritative advice on complex RTI, Privacy and information access matters.
- Lead the assessment and management of complex or sensitive requests, enquiries and related legislative matters.
- Provide advice on the interpretation and application of relevant legislation, policies and procedures.
- Exercise delegated decision-making responsibilities where required, including preparing clear and defensible Statements of Reasons.
- Provide specialist input into Privacy Impact Assessments, privacy risks, data breaches and privacy complaints where relevant to your area of expertise.
- Act as a senior technical resource for the team, providing guidance, mentoring and support to colleagues.
- Build effective relationships with senior stakeholders and provide advice on emerging risks, issues and legislative requirements.
- Contribute to the development and improvement of policies, procedures, guidance and processes.
- Liaise with relevant external stakeholders and oversight bodies, including the Office of the Information Commissioner.
We are looking for an experienced RTI or Privacy professional who can demonstrate strong technical capability and the judgement to operate at a Principal level.
You will ideally have:
- Significant experience in RTI, Privacy, information access or a related legislative or compliance environment.
- Strong knowledge of, and practical experience applying, the Right to Information Act 2009 (Qld) and/or Information Privacy Act 2009 (Qld).
- Experience managing complex matters and providing high-level advice to stakeholders.
- Strong written skills, including the ability to prepare clear and defensible advice and Statements of Reasons.
- The ability to interpret legislation, assess risk and provide practical recommendations.
- Experience with delegated decision-making, Privacy Impact Assessments or privacy breach management will be highly regarded.
- Strong stakeholder management skills and the confidence to work with senior leaders and external stakeholders.
- The ability to mentor others, share technical knowledge and contribute to continuous improvement.
You do not need to have experience across both RTI and Privacy. We are open to strong RTI specialists, Privacy specialists and professionals with experience across both disciplines.
Why Join Randstad as a Contractor?At Randstad, we prioritise our contractor community. Alongside the opportunity to work with a leading Queensland Government organisation, you will have access to a range of benefits, including:
- Retail and lifestyle discounts across a range of leading Australian brands.
- Free, confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) support for you and your immediate family.
- Three weekly pay runs with easy access to payslips through the MyRandstad App.
- A dedicated recruitment consultant to support you throughout your assignment and with your next career opportunity.
If you have strong RTI or Privacy experience and are looking for your next opportunity, click APPLY NOW to submit your resume.
Have questions or want to discuss the opportunity before applying? Reach out directly for a confidential conversation.
Contact: Blake Price
Email: blake.price@randstad.com.au
At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.
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