The Investigations Team, Regulatory Action Division oversees the management of investigation and regulatory outcomes to promote adherence to the FOI Act and Privacy Act. This includes the management of Commissioner-initiated and some high-risk complaint investigations, and the enforcement of privacy and FOI legislation (including through legal action). The team provides the agency with investigative expertise and ensures the OAIC can regulate proactively and strategically.

The key responsibilities and work undertaken by the Assistant Director, Investigations in the Regulatory Action Division include:

- Supervising a small team of case officers or workstreams and supporting the Director with the management of team caseloads of preliminary inquiries and/or investigations.
- Identifying, monitoring, and assessing matters or trends of risk that may warrant regulatory action in accordance with the OAIC’s strategic priorities and posture.
- Conducting research, draft and review investigation plans, correspondence, high quality investigation reports, administrative decisions, and briefings to the Executive and the Regulatory Board.
- Creating and maintaining evidence matrices and the preparation of statutory notices; using evidence gathering powers to identify whether there has been a contravention of relevant laws and make risk-based recommendations.
- Contributing to strategic planning and process improvement within the Division and participating in the development and review of policies and procedures.




- Working productively with other sections of the OAIC to deliver strategic regulatory and enforcement outcomes aligned to regulatory priorities.
- Representing the OAIC at external meetings, conferences and forums.

We are seeking applications from candidates who have:

- Experience operating effectively and collaboratively as part of a team in a regulatory or legal environment
- Experience in the conduct of inquiries and investigations
- Substantial experience in preparing high quality written reports, executive briefs, administrative decisions and correspondence
- Substantial experience in undertaking research and interpreting and applying legislation in complex matters
- Project management and strategic planning experience, including the ability to manage shifting priorities and implementing work plans and monitoring progress
- Solid analytical and critical thinking skills, with excellent attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability communicate with influence, and
- Knowledge of the Freedom of Information Act 1982 and the Privacy Act 1988, or the ability to quickly obtain this.

- You must be able to obtain and maintain a minimum Baseline security clearance.
- Section 22 of the Public Service Act 1999 requires that APS employees must be Australian citizens.
- There are restrictions on employment of people who have,



within the previous 12 months, accepted a redundancy benefit from an APS agency or a non-APS Commonwealth employer.
- For the duration of your employment with the OAIC you will be required to obtain and maintain an Australian Government security clearance as outlined above and meet required background, identification and character checks.
- All duties are to be performed in accordance with the APS Code of Conduct and APS Values and OAIC policies, including Workplace Diversity and Work Health and Safety. Under section 25 of the Public Service Act 1999 the OAIC may re-assign the duties of an employee from time to time.

How to Apply

1. Please go to Join our team | OAIC and complete the application form found in the job pack as part of your submission.

- Please provide a maximum 1 page statement of claim (one A4 page-pitch) addressing your interest, motivation and fit for the role. Your pitch should include the use of practical and professional examples as relevant to the role and the job specific capabilities, skills and experience outlined above.
- Please send your application form, CV (maximum 3 pages) and one page pitch as 3 separate documents attached to one email to: [email protected]

Please format your email subject line and name your application document(s) as follows:

First name Last Name - OAIC-2026-020 – EL1 Assistant Director, Investigations, Regulatory Action Division The OAIC is seeking to fill actual and future vacancies in the Regulatory Action Division. A merit pool may be established from this process.

📌 Assistant Director, Investigations (Adelaide)
🏢 Office Of The Australian Information Commissioner
📍 Adelaide