• Lead privacy compliance and information governance across VALS.
• Conduct Privacy Impact Assessments and improve governance systems.
• Develop policies, deliver training and support privacy incident response.

• Full Time - 12-months Fixed Term (strong potential for renewal)
• Preston, VIC
• Salary: $92,820 - $98,024 + Super + Salary Packaging
• Hybrid working available

Help protect information that matters

At the Victoria Aboriginal Legal Service (VALS), privacy is more than compliance. It is about protecting the rights, dignity and trust of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities.

We are seeking a Privacy & Information Management Officer to lead the day-to-day management of privacy and information governance across the organisation. Working closely with the Safety, Quality and Risk Manager, you will help strengthen privacy practices, improve information management systems, and support staff to confidently manage sensitive information in line with legislative requirements and best practice.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys combining policy, compliance, systems improvement and practical problem-solving in a purpose-driven organisation.

About Us

The Victoria Aboriginal Legal Service (VALS) is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation and the state's only specialist legal and support service dedicated to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

For more than 50 years, VALS has delivered culturally safe legal representation, advocacy and community justice programs across Victoria. Our work is grounded in self-determination, human rights and improving outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

About the Role

Reporting to the Safety, Quality and Risk Manager, you will play a key role in embedding strong privacy and information management practices across the organisation.

You will provide operational leadership across privacy compliance, records management, information governance and staff education while supporting privacy risk management and continuous improvement initiatives.

No two days will be the same. You will work across policy development, audits, system reviews, privacy impact assessments, records governance, training, incident support and stakeholder advice.

Key Responsibilities

You will:

• Lead the day-to-day management of privacy and information governance across VALS.
• Monitor compliance with Victorian and Commonwealth privacy legislation.
• Develop and maintain privacy policies, procedures, guidance materials and operational resources.
• Conduct Privacy Impact Assessments for new projects, systems and initiatives.
• Manage information and records governance, including retention, disposal and archival processes.
• Support improvements to SharePoint and other information repositories to promote effective information management.
• Deliver engaging privacy awareness training and education to staff.
• Support responses to privacy incidents and data breaches, including documentation and reporting.
• Provide expert advice to internal stakeholders on privacy obligations and information management.
• Assist with compliance reporting, accreditation activities and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work collaboratively across Corporate Services, ICT and operational teams to strengthen information governance.

About You

You are a highly organised and detail-oriented professional who enjoys working with legislation, governance and continuous improvement. You are confident interpreting privacy requirements and translating them into practical solutions that support both compliance and operational effectiveness.

You will also bring:

• Experience in privacy, information management, records management or a similar governance role.
• Strong understanding of Victorian and Commonwealth privacy legislation.
• Experience developing policies, procedures or compliance frameworks.
• Knowledge of records management principles, retention requirements and information governance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify risks and recommend practical improvements.
• The ability to build effective working relationships across diverse stakeholder groups.
• A commitment to culturally safe practice and supporting Aboriginal self-determination.

Desirable

Experience in one or more of the following will be highly regarded:

• Legal services or community legal sector.
• Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations.
• SharePoint administration or information architecture.
• NAS Standard 6 compliance.
• Privacy certifications such as IAPP.
• Legal case management systems, including Actionstep.

Why Join VALS?

Working at VALS means joining an organisation committed to social justice, cultural safety and making a meaningful difference.

We offer:

• Salary packaging benefits to increase your take-home pay.
• Additional leave entitlements.
• A supportive and inclusive workplace culture.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Opportunities to contribute to meaningful organisational improvement and community impact.

Mandatory Requirements

Successful applicants will require:

• Current Employee Working with Children Check.
• National Criminal History Check.
• Current Victorian Driver Licence.
• Evidence of the right to work in Australia.

We Encourage You to Apply

VALS is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued and supported.

We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people with disability, and members of the LGBTQIASB+ community.

Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process and employment. If you require support, please let us know.

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If you are passionate about privacy, governance and protecting information in a culturally safe legal environment, we'd love to hear from you. Click "Apply Now".