Title: Principal Data Sharing & Identity Advisor

Requisition ID: 13164

Work Type: Ongoing Full Time

Fixed Term Period: N/A

Location: Melbourne - East

Date Posted: 27 Oct 2026

About Us

We create thriving places and connected communities. We plan, build and maintain Victoria’s transport, planning and land services.

We’re committed to creating a safe, inclusive and high-performing workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive and do meaningful work.

About The Role The Principal Identity & Data Sharing Advisor provides expert advice on how sensitive vehicle and driver information is collected, protected and shared. The role works with internal teams, other government agencies and delivery partners, including VicRoads, to ensure information is handled responsibly and in line with privacy, security and human rights laws. It also leads projects to improve identity management and data sharing practices, while monitoring relevant obligations and keeping up to date with changes in legislation and technology.

The role helps enable safe, secure and appropriate information sharing while protecting people's rights.

What We’re Looking For The business is looking for someone who can:

- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving: Identify the root cause of problems, consider the broader business impact and develop practical solutions that prevent issues from recurring.
- Digital and Technological Literacy: Understand and apply new technologies to improve policies, processes and service delivery.
- Political and Organisational Awareness: Understand business priorities, decision-making processes and stakeholder interests, while ensuring decisions align with organisational values, policies and legal obligations.
- Future Focus: Look ahead, consider emerging risks and opportunities, and identify new technologies that could improve systems, processes and services.




- Stakeholder Management: Build effective relationships, manage competing priorities and expectations, and work with stakeholders to develop innovative solutions to complex issues.

View the Position Description

You’ll Bring

Qualifications and experience

- A tertiary qualification in law, data management or information security
- Experience working as a privacy professional or providing privacy advice in a qualified context
- Experience working with data sharing arrangements
- Experience supporting technical projects in a fast-paced environment
- Awareness of the complex issues raised by novel data technologies, including AI and big data technologies

Pre-employment checks and employment conditions Relevant pre-employment screening and reference checks will be required. Applicants must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident or hold a valid visa or work permit that allows them to undertake the position.

Recipients of Victorian Public Service (VPS) voluntary departure packages should note that re-employment restrictions apply.

How To Apply

Click Apply to submit your application through our online recruitment platform. You may need to create an account before applying.

Applications close at 11.59pm on 10, November 2026.

Please Submit

- your resume; and
- a cover letter outlining your relevant skills and experience addressing the key selection criteria.

Applications must be submitted through the online portal. We’re unable to accept applications by email or other methods. For further information about the role, contact Kim Schriner – Executive Director Registration and Licensing Management at [email protected]

VPS Redeployees

If you are a VPS redeployee, please state this in your cover letter and include your case manager’s contact details so your redeployment status can be appropriately considered.

Learn more about VPS redeployment.

📌 Principal Data Sharing & Identity Advisor (Melbourne)
🏢 Department of Transport and Planning
📍 Melbourne