Job Description
Senior Data Governance & Privacy Specialist
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An opportunity is available for an experienced Senior Data Governance & Privacy Specialist to support the development of trusted, well-managed and responsibly used data practices within a Queensland Government environment. This delivery-focused role combines data governance, open data governance and privacy expertise, with a solid emphasis on practical outcomes, stakeholder engagement and policy-aligned governance artefacts. You will work closely with information owners, system owners and subject matter experts to enhance governance maturity and support compliance with relevant legislation and policy requirements.
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An opportunity is available for an experienced Senior Data Governance & Privacy Specialist to support the development of trusted, well-managed and responsibly used data practices within a Queensland Government environment. This delivery-focused role combines data governance, open data governance and privacy expertise, with a strong emphasis on practical outcomes, stakeholder engagement and policy-aligned governance artefacts. You will work closely with information owners, system owners and subject matter experts to enhance governance maturity and support compliance with relevant legislation and policy requirements.
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What you'll be doing:
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Lead the development of data and open data governance frameworks, policies and procedures.
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Create governance artefacts including standards, controls, templates and supporting materials.
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Conduct Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs) for priority information assets.
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Identify privacy risks, treatment actions and practical recommendations.
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Partner with stakeholders to understand information assets and business requirements.
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Prepare executive briefings, decision papers and governance updates.
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Manage multiple deliverables while communicating risks, dependencies and progress.
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Develop knowledge content, guidance materials and handover resources to support ongoing governance capability.
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What you need to bring:
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Experience developing data and open data governance frameworks, policies and procedures.
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Demonstrated experience conducting Privacy Impact Assessments and privacy risk documentation.
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Strong understanding of data governance, information governance, records management, risk and assurance principles.
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Ability to engage effectively with information owners, SMEs and governance stakeholders.
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Excellent written communication skills with the ability to produce practical governance artefacts.
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Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes.
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Experience working within a Queensland Government or broader public sector environment.
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Bonus points for:
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Experience applying Queensland Government policy, directives and legislation relating to data governance and privacy.
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Knowledge of QGEA, Information Privacy Act **** (Qld), IS18 and IS33.
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Experience producing executive briefs and practical guidance resources.
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Robust capability translating business requirements into governance and privacy artefacts.
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Good to know:
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Location: Brisbane CBD, Queensland
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Work arrangement: Hybrid arrangements available
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Contract duration: Commencing ASAP through to March ****
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Additional information: Criminal history check required.
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At Clicks we embrace diversity, inclusion and equal opportunity. First Nations people are encouraged to apply.
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We provide reasonable adjustments, including alternate formats to the recruitment process for individuals with a disability. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, please call ******** *** or
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📌 Senior Data Governance & Privacy Specialist (Queensland)
🏢 Clicks It Recruitment
📍 Queensland