The Australian College of Nursing (ACN) is the national, professional body representing, educating and connecting Australia's vibrant community of nurses. At ACN, we're proud of our diverse and dynamic workforce and are looking for similarly dedicated individuals to join our team.

We are committed to high performing teams, which is why ACN offers:

• Dynamic, fast-paced working environment with a results-driven team
• Hybrid work environment
• Fantastic range of employee benefits, monthly ADO, Christmas Shutdown leave each year, and many more.

With a strong focus on 'Advancing Nursing, Shaping Health,' – improving the careers of nurses and subsequently the quality of patient care in the community – you can be sure that you are joining an organisation that makes a positive impact.

So if you are looking to be part of a high performing team within an affirmative and learning based culture, ACN is looking for you.

As a Compliance and Privacy Officer you will support the development, implementation and maintenance of the policies and procedures within the Education Division to ensure that the College meets its compliance obligations under various legislative frameworks as well as industry best practice with a view to reducing and managing risk across all areas of operation. 

To be considered for this exciting role, you will need to meet the following selection criteria and demonstrate how you meet these in a covering letter:

Please note applications that do not include a cover letter addressing all the selection criteria and a CV will not be considered.

Selection Criteria

Essential: 

• Relevant qualifications and/or demonstrated experience in a compliance role within the Australian Higher Education sector, including knowledge of the regulatory requirements administered by TEQSA and associated Higher Education legislation and standards.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience interpreting and applying legislative and regulatory requirements, including the ability to provide practical advice and develop organisational responses to new or revised compliance obligations.
• Demonstrated experience developing, reviewing, implementing and monitoring policies, procedures and compliance frameworks to ensure organisational compliance and continuous improvement.
• Demonstrated experience acting in, or supporting, a Privacy Officer function, including knowledge of the Privacy Act 1988, Australian Privacy Principles (APPs), privacy impact assessments, data breaches, and ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgement when handling sensitive, personal and organisational information.
• Demonstrated ability to manage compliance monitoring, risk identification, investigations, reporting and corrective actions within a regulated environment.
• Highly developed communication skills, with the ability to influence, advise and collaborate effectively with staff at all levels and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to assess complex issues, identify risks and develop practical, compliant solutions.

Desirable

• High-level proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and experience using student management systems and other compliance-related systems.
• A proactive, self-motivated and continuous improvement approach, with the ability to work independently and take ownership of compliance and privacy initiatives.

Whilst applications for this position will close at 4:00pm on the advertised closing date, they will be assessed as received and the successful applicant may be selected prior to the closing date.

First Nations People are encouraged to apply.

For enquiries or to request a copy of the position description, please email [email protected] using the subject line: Compliance and Privacy Officer enquiry via EthicalJobs.

This role is being re-advertised - previous applicants need not reapply.