Freedom of Information Officer

Permanent - Part Time Position (Flexible)

19 hours per week across 3 days

Band 6 - starting at $94,850.87 + super (pro-rata)

• Supportive and Friendly team environment where we value growth and development
• Hybrid/flexible working arrangements and an emphasis on work/life balance
• Award-winning organisation-wide Health and Wellbeing initiatives

The Municipality is committed to efficiently and effectively servicing the community to the highest standards, protecting, enhancing and developing the City’s physical and social environment and building the population and business base. A major imperative of the Organisation is the introduction of a best value framework with an emphasis on customer service and continuous improvement.

As the Council’s FOI Officer, this position is responsible for efficiently and effectively processing Freedom of Information (FOI) applications in accordance with the Freedom of Information Act 1982 (the Act) and the appointed decision-maker.

This position plays a crucial role in supporting integrity, transparency, and access to information. Additionally, it contributes to governance best practices and ensures legislative compliance across various matters, including privacy.

Join Our Team as a Freedom of Information Officer
Are you passionate about transparency and public access to information? We're seeking a skilled and motivated Freedom of Information (FOI) Officer to manage and process FOI requests in accordance with the Freedom of Information Act 1982 (Vic).

What We’re Looking For:
We’re looking for someone with strong analytical and communication skills, who can work autonomously and collaboratively to deliver timely and accurate FOI services. You’ll be responsible for assessing requests, preparing documentation, liaising with stakeholders, and supporting reviews and complaints processes.

Key Skills & Experience:

• Experience processing FOI requests, preferably in government or legal settings 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong research and document review capabilities
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
• Knowledge of privacy and information management principles

Qualifications:

• A relevant qualification in law, public administration, or information management is desirable
• Experience with legal research and interpreting legislation is advantageous

For further information, see the position description or contact: Natasha Savic, A/Information Management Lead at: Natasha.Savic@yarracity.vic.gov.au

 Freedom of Information Officer - Position Description - (July 2025).pdf

Applications close Friday 18 July 2025 at 11:55pm. 

 To apply for this role, please upload your CV, Cover Letter and Key Selection Criteria.

*This position is subject to satisfactory Police Check and Working with Children Check prior to commencement. Pre-employment checks are not used by Yarra City Council to prevent any applicant from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

Yarra City Council is committed to being a child safe organisation and supports flexible and accessible working arrangements for all. This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, culturally, religiously and linguistically diverse people, young people, older people, women, and people who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, intersex or queer. We draw pride and strength from our diversity, remain open to new approaches and actively foster an inclusive workplace that celebrates the contribution made by all our people.