Department of Education Victoria – Melbourne VIC

This role will support the Department's FOI Unit to process requests in accordance with the Freedom of Information Act 1982 (the FOI Act).

The Freedom of Information Officer is responsible for:

- liaising with FOI applicants
- making relevant enquiries, assessing documents for release and drafting decisions under the FOI Act

Employment type: Ongoing - Full time

Attributes

We are seeking a highly capable and adaptable professional to contribute to the delivery of high-quality outcomes in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong collaboration skills, sound critical thinking, and the ability to identify practical solutions to complex issues. They will bring an understanding of political and organisational context, well-developed interpersonal skills, and the capacity to build and maintain effective relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders. This role requires confidence, sound judgement, and the ability to manage competing priorities while working both independently and as part of a team.

Desirable Qualifications and Experience

- Knowledge of Freedom of Information theory and practice
- Experience in a government department or agency or similar context, with practical understanding and experience processing requests under the FOI Act
- Tertiary qualification in Legal or similar discipline will be highly regarded

About the Department

The department provides a wide range of learning and development support and services.

The department provides policy leadership,



plans for the future of education in Victoria and leads key cross-sector collaboration. The department plays an significant system steward role by providing support, guidance, oversight and assurance across early childhood and school education systems, as well as directly providing school education and 50 new early learning centres.

About the Division

Freedom of Information (FOI) is located within the Assurance, Knowledge and Executive Services Division (the division). The division provides expert advice and support to the department through a range of portfolio, advisory and assurance services.

Applicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person.

Information about the Department of Education's operations and employment conditions can be located at www.education.vic.gov.au.

For further information pertaining to the role, please contact Kathy Maikousis, FOI Manager via email - ***************@education.vic.gov.au

Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Education will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Please let us know via phone or email if you require any adjustments to ensure your full participation in the recruitment process or if you need the ad or any attachments in an accessible format (e.g large print) due to any viewing difficulties or other accessibility requirements.

Applications close 11:59pm on Sunday, 25 October 2026

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📌 Freedom of Information Officer (Melbourne)
🏢 Department of Education Victoria
📍 Melbourne