Are you passionate about education and stakeholder engagement?

Join the Office of the Information Commissioner (OIC) as a Principal Education Officer and play a key role in raising awareness and understanding across Queensland about rights and responsibilities under the Right to Information Act 2009 (Qld) and Information Privacy Act 2009 (Qld).

In this role, you will have the opportunity to apply your knowledge and experience in information access, privacy and education to identify, design, deliver and evaluate educational initiatives that empower stakeholders, influence behaviour and encourage best practice.

Job details

About the role

As the Principal Education Officer, you will be responsible for identifying, designing, delivering and evaluating engaging educational initiatives to enhance stakeholders' understanding of information access and privacy rights and responsibilities. We are looking for a dynamic and motivated individual who:

• has experience in interpreting and applying rights and responsibilities applicable under legislation, ideally with experience of the Right to Information Act 2009 (Qld) (RTI Act) and Information Privacy Act 2009 (Qld) (IP Act).
• has experience in designing and delivering a range of effective, targeted educational initiatives, both online and in-person.
• is skilled in creating engaging training materials, including presentations, session plans, and supplementary resources.
• can effectively analyse training needs and recommend solutions to address knowledge or skill gaps.
• thrives in a collaborative environment and can build strong stakeholder relationships; and
• is committed to continuous improvement and innovation in education delivery.

This is a permanent, full-time (flexible) position offering the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on education and awareness of information access and privacy rights and responsibilities. You will work in a supportive, inclusive environment that values collaboration, transparency, and continuous improvement.

 Key responsibilities

• Design, develop and evaluate engaging educational activities, including face-to-face and online training approaches relevant to the RTI Act and IP Act.
• Deliver and facilitate sessions across Queensland locations and via webinars.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to ensure content aligns with key messaging.
• Manage training administration, logistics, and record-keeping.
• Conduct training needs analysis and recommend effective solutions for skills gaps.
• Continuously improve or reinterpret training initiatives based on feedback and performance metrics.
• Oversee the Learning Management System for external users.
• Maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

For a full list of key responsibilities and core capabilities, please see the attached role description.

Why join OIC

• Work life balance – we truly embrace flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work.
• A supportive, committed, and respectful work environment.
• Passionate, engaged and high performing organisation.
• Opportunity to join OIC during an existing time of growth.

About OIC

OIC is a small independent statutory authority that plays an important role in Queensland's integrity framework. Our vision is building trust through transparency.

We report to the Queensland Parliament and carry out functions under the Right to Information Act 2009 (Qld), and the Information Privacy Act 2009 (Qld). Our purpose, as a contemporary regulator, is to promote and independently uphold information access and privacy rights.  We facilitate greater and easier public access to government-held information and assist agencies understand their obligations under the IP Act to safeguard the personal information that they hold. Our office reviews agency decisions about access to information, mediates privacy complaints, and monitors and reports on agency compliance to Parliament.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace culture that respects and promotes human rights and diversity. We promote a respectful workplace culture that is free from all forms of harassment, workplace bullying, discrimination, and violence. We recognise the importance of supporting and retaining a mobile, flexible, and agile workforce.

How to apply

• Read the role description and guideline for applicants for a full overview of the role and OIC.
• Submit an application online, including:
  • a statement of no more than two pages addressing the core capabilities and role requirements listed, and your motivation to join OIC; and
  • your current resume, including the names and contact details of two referees.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Role Description - Principal Education Officer, Education & Engagement (PDF, 218KB)
  Role Description
  
  OIC Guideline for Applicants 2025 (PDF, 182KB)
  Application Kit