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Senior Review Officer
Brisbane
The Office of the Information Commissioner is seeking an AO7 Senior Review Officer to conduct independent external reviews of decisions made by Queensland government agencies under the Right to Information Act 2009 (RTI Act) and the Information Privacy Act 2009 (IP Act). Your day will involve regular communication with review parties, primarily by phone and in writing, and providing guidance and mentoring to Review Officers. The is a permanent, full-time opportunity.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible full-time |
| Occupational group | Justice & Legal |
| Classification | AO7 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane Inner City |
| Job ad reference | QLD/695021 |
| Closing date | 26-Jul-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | OIC Jobs |
| Contact details | jobs@oic.qld.gov.au Access the National Relay Service |
About us
The Office of the Information Commissioner (OIC) plays an important role in Queensland's integrity framework and is an independent statutory body that reports to Parliament. We have statutory functions and powers under the Right to Information Act 2009 (RTI Act) and the Information Privacy Act 2009 (IP Act) to uphold greater and easier access to information held by government agencies, assisting agencies to understand their obligations under the RTI and IP Acts, and use our regulatory powers to improve compliance.
Our purpose – driving government transparency and information privacy.
Our vision – informed community, accountable government.
Our values – respectful, collaborative, innovative, focused.
Visit us at: https://www.oic.qld.gov.au/
Why join the OIC?
- An opportunity to join a high-performing organisation, committed to maintaining a vital role in upholding transparency and integrity.
- A supportive and inclusive workplace culture that values diversity and fosters team collaboration and success.
- Flexible work arrangements, working collaboratively with our employees to balance flexibility with in-office attendance to meet operational requirements.
About the Role
The Senior Review Officer is responsible for assessing routine and complex external review applications under the RTI and IP Acts. You will engage with parties to discuss review issues, identifying opportunities for informal resolution, or prepare clear and concise formal decisions for delegate consideration. You will also mentor and guide Review Officers, and contribute to meeting organisational performance and service targets.
To understand if this opportunity aligns with your skills and career goals, and what experience you will need to bring to the role, please review the role description.
Interested in applying?
If you are interested in working with us, please provide the following information in your application:
- A two-page statement addressing the role requirements, responsibilities and core capabilities of the role, and your motivation to join OIC.
- Your current CV or resume (maximum three pages is recommended), including any mandatory and/or other requirements.
- Details of two referees who have a thorough knowledge of your capabilities, work performance and conduct within the previous two years. It is expected that applicants will nominate their current, and immediate past, supervisors as referees.
Applicants who do not provide a statement and CV/resume will not be considered.
Only those persons eligible to work in Australia may be employed by the OIC. Prospective employees will be required to provide proof of identity and documentary evidence of their right to work in Australia.
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.
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AO7 Senior Review Officer_July 2026 (PDF, 278KB)
Role Description
