Job description
Agency Department of Education and Training Work unit Resolution and Assurance Services

Job title Information and Privacy Advisor Designation Administrative Officer 6

Job type Full time Duration Ongoing

Salary $99,519 - $110,953 Location Darwin

Position number 48523 RTF 352840 Closing 05/08/2026

Contact officer Diana Gaerth on 08 8999 3563 or [email protected] | Alle Hill on 08 8999 3552

About the agency https://education.nt.gov.au

Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=352840

APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR TERTIARY
QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates people with
disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss
this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go to the OCPE website.

Primary objective
To process and coordinate the department's response to requests for information, including Freedom of Information (FOI) applications, in
collaboration with Department of Corporate and Digital Development and to manage administrative release requests and privacy-related
matters, in consultation with departmental program areas. Support the department to meet its responsibilities in promoting best practice
information management, information privacy and data protection, and provide specialist advice and training in accordance with the
Information Act 2002 and associated legislation.

Key duties and responsibilities
1. Coordinate and support the processing of Freedom of Information (FOI)



applications and manage other information access requests,

including administrative releases, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and policy and departmental requirements.
2. Provide specialist advice on information disclosure, privacy obligations, and the management of personal and sensitive information.
3. Support the development and review of Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs) and provide recommendations to ensure compliance with

privacy requirements and best-practice standards.
4. Analyse departmental information and determine appropriate disclosure, exemption and redaction requirements in accordance with

legislation, policy, legal advice and departmental obligations.
5. Develop and deliver training, guidance materials, and awareness programs to build staff capability in FOI, information privacy,

information management, and related legislative obligations.
6. Manage or support the assessment, investigation and reporting of information privacy incidents and data breaches, including providing

advice on containment, risk mitigation, notification requirements and continuous improvement measures.
7. Build and maintain effective stakeholder relationships with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate timely, compliant, and

customer-focused information access and, privacy outcomes.
8. Contribute to governance and continuous improvement through the development, implementation and review of policies, procedures,

reporting mechanisms,



and quality assurance activities relating to information access, privacy and information management.

Selection criteria
Essential
1. Demonstrated knowledge and experience in Freedom of Information (FOI), information access, privacy, information management, and

the application of relevant legislation, policies and best-practice frameworks, including the Information Act 2002 (NT).
2. Proven ability to interpret and apply legislation, policies and procedures to provide high-quality advice, manage complex information

access and privacy matters, and exercise sound judgement in sensitive and confidential environments.
3. High-level communication skills, including the ability to prepare reports, develop resources and training materials, deliver advice, and

communicate effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders.
4. Demonstrated stakeholder engagement, consultation and negotiation skills, with the ability to build productive relationships and

achieve positive outcomes across government, organisational and community settings.
5. Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and deliver

accurate, high-quality outcomes in a complex setting.
6. Demonstrated resilience, adaptability and professionalism, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively, maintain

confidentiality, and contribute to governance, compliance and continuous improvement initiatives.

Desirable
1. Tertiary qualification in legal studies, information or records management or a related discipline or equivalent experience

Further information
The recommended applicant will be required to undergo a criminal history check and have a current Working with Children Clearance or
have ability to obtain.

📌 Information and Privacy Advisor (Darwin)
🏢 Department of Education and Training
📍 Darwin