We are seeking Data Governance Officers to join our Data Management branch.

Data Governance Officers play a critical role in enabling the protected, legal, ethical, secure and responsible access and use of data and analytics in the ATO.

Data and analytics use in the ATO is wide ranging and includes but is not limited to data matching, curation, visualisation, risk modelling, data sharing, automation and Artificial Intelligence (AI).

APS6 Data Governance Officers are responsible for:

• supporting the development and implementation of governance policies that are consistent and compliant with legislation, regulations, government policy and organisational objectives

• supporting the development and implementation of guidelines, standards, processes and training materials to support staff to comply with policy obligations

• supporting the development, implementation and maintenance of frameworks that define how data and analytics is governed

• supporting the development and implementation of data and analytics governance assurance programs and activities that oversee, measure and report on compliance with policy, and supporting the identification and remediation of gaps, risks and issues

• interpreting the application of policy to data and analytics use cases and providing timely, practical and actionable advice to stakeholders that balances risk and value

• partnering with stakeholders to integrate policies into organisational culture, processes and practices.





We embrace the strength of diversity – through our people and the perspectives they bring.

We are committed to inclusive recruitment practices and encourage applications from people with disability or neurodivergence, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and individuals from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments can be provided throughout the selection process.

Our ideal candidate:

• is experienced in one of the following areas:

– Policy design and implementation: developing and implementing governance policies, frameworks, guidelines, standards and/or processes

– Policy oversight and assurance: developing and implementing governance and assurance programs, activities and reporting

– Policy interpretation and advice: interpreting legislation, regulations, policies and guidelines into practical, risk-based advice

• has a good understanding of data and analytics (including AI and automation) or related IT disciplines

• builds productive relationships with business partners and communicates with influence

• operates with a high degree of autonomy and accountability, exercising sound judgement to manage competing priorities, navigate complexity and deliver quality outcomes within established timeframes

• analyses complex information and emerging risks to identify issues, develop evidence-based recommendations, and prepare high-quality briefs and papers to support executive decision-making and strategic objectives.

📌 Data Governance Officer (Moonee Ponds)
🏢 Australian Taxation Office
📍 Moonee Ponds