At a Glance
- Tasks: Support privacy compliance and drive improvements in personal and health information management.
- Company: Join WorkSafe, a leader in promoting safety and compliance in the community.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, 12% superannuation, and hybrid work flexibility.
- Other info: Diverse workplace culture with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on privacy practices while working in a supportive team environment.
- Qualifications: Strong understanding of privacy obligations and experience in compliance or risk management.
The predicted salary is between 67500 - 82500 $ per year.
- $124,535.00 per annum + 12% superannuation
- Full time, fixed term until 03/12/2027 (parental leave)
- Wadawurrung / Geelong based role (hybrid – 3 days a week in office)
- About the opportunity
The Privacy Advisor is part of the FOI & Privacy team and will support the Privacy Lead to promote and maintain privacy compliance in Work Safe’s collection, use and storage of personal and health information.
Key accountabilities
- Support the Privacy Lead to complete defined privacy activities, monitor privacy compliance and drive maturity and continuous improvement in privacy at Work Safe.
- Support the implementation of processes, policies and practices required to meet Work Safe’s privacy obligations and ensure they are implemented across the organisation.
- Act as a liaison and point of contact for Privacy Champions across the Work Safe business.
- Support business units in the completion of Privacy Impact Assessments and with routine privacy enquiries.
- Assist in the maintenance of an assurance and monitoring program to assess privacy controls and practices of third parties engaged by Work Safe.
- Review and update existing privacy statements and collection notices and support Work Safe business units with privacy compliance when delivering new projects and initiatives.
- Support the development and delivery of privacy training and awareness activities, including targeted training programs for high risk business units.
Assist in co-ordinating Agent Privacy Forums and internal privacy workshops.
- Assist in the identification, notification and remediation of privacy incidents, complaints and enquiries by Work Safe and its agents.
- Co-ordinate the reporting and tracking of privacy incidents and identification of emerging trends.
- Review and update Work Safe’s privacy policies, manuals and procedures on an ongoing basis.
About you
You are a collaborative and analytical professional with strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
You can build effective working relationships, apply sound judgement in complex environments, manage competing priorities and solve problems through a practical, risk-based approach.
Additionally, you will possess the following skills and experience
- Strong understanding the privacy obligations of Victorian public sector agencies, in particular the practical application of the Information and Health Privacy Principles in the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014 and the Health Records Act 2001.
- Understanding or previous experience in compliance, risk management, privacy governance, training, and development of policies and procedures.
- Experience in applying regulatory requirements to business functions and information management practices.
- Relevant certification in privacy (i. e. IAPP Certified Information Privacy Manager) will be highly regarded.
- Working with us
At Work Safe, our goal is for every employee to feel connected, safe, and valued within their team, for teams to feel appreciated in the workplace, and for Work Safe to be respected in the community.
We believe that a diverse workforce is essential for delivering the best outcomes for the Victorian community.
We strongly encourage applications from all individuals, including First Nations people, people with disabilities, those from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, and individuals of all sexualities and genders.
Preferred candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and/or other checks as required for the position as part of the recruitment process.
Eligibility for ongoing employment with Work Safe Victoria requires Australian or New Zealand citizenship or permanent residency.
Due to the volume of applications received, individualised feedback will only be provided to candidates who progress to interview stage.
For further enquiries please contact Bianca Stojanovski via email ***************@worksafe. vic. gov. au
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Privacy Advisor in Geelong employer: WorkSafe Victoria
WorkSafe Victoria is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and professional growth of its employees. With a commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive work culture, the organisation offers flexible hybrid working arrangements in the vibrant Geelong area, ensuring a healthy work-life balance. Employees benefit from ongoing training opportunities and are encouraged to engage in meaningful policy development that directly impacts the Victorian community.
