Privacy Officer

Together we shape thriving communities, public spaces, places and economies.

• Play a crucial role in shaping and enhancing the privacy framework within the DPHI
• Ongoing full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity
• Located in Parramatta with flexible working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $110.266 to $122,058 + super

What’s in it for me?

Join our team for a fantastic culture with dynamic collaboration and genuine long-term career support. We offer flexibility in work arrangements, diverse and fulfilling assignments, and prioritise work/life balance and wellbeing with initiatives like flex leave and access to support programs. Additionally, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to succeed.

The role

As a Senior Privacy Officer within the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI), your key responsibilities will include:

• providing privacy advice and support on complex and sensitive privacy issues
• ensuring compliance with the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act 1998 and the Health Records and Information Privacy Act 2002
• providing support on internal privacy reviews
• assisting with Privacy Impact Assessments on a range of projects, systems and suppliers as required
• contributing to the development of the DPHI Privacy Uplift Program
• delivering training to internal stakeholders to promote a culture of privacy awareness and compliance
• supporting statutory reporting functions
• representing the Department in external reviews to champion compliance within the NSW public sector

In addition, you'll face the challenge of staying updated with evolving privacy legislation and best practices while managing a diverse workload with competing deadlines.

For more information read the full Role Description: Privacy Officer

What you will bring to the role

• Expertise in Privacy Legislation: Demonstrated experience in interpreting and advising on privacy legislation, particularly the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act 1998 and the Health Records Information Privacy Act 2002.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyse complex privacy issues and provide clear, actionable advice.
• Communication Skills: Proficiency in delivering training and communicating complex privacy concepts to diverse audiences.
• Collaboration: Experience working collaboratively with various stakeholders to enhance privacy compliance and governance.
• Understanding of NSW Privacy Regime: In-depth knowledge of the NSW privacy framework and the ability to navigate and apply the specific requirements of the NSW privacy laws and regulations.

Key knowledge and experience

• Previous demonstrated experience working in an environment requiring interpretation and advice on legislation.

About us

The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. To achieve this, we: create vibrant, productive spaces and precincts; manage lands, assets and property effectively and deliver affordable and diverse housing. We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and builds the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people, communities and entities. 

We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, offers job share and workplace adjustments.

Join us

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close at 11:55PM on Monday 5 May 2025

Should you require further information about the role please contact Jessica Marcellienus at jessica.marcellienus@dpie.nsw.gov.au

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment. 

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via talent.acquisition@dpie.nsw.gov.au or (02) 63637676​ - HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.

Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn