About the Opportunity
- Contract Length: 3-month initial contract (with possible 6-month extension)
- Start Date: 31/08/2026 (or ASAP)
- Work Schedule: Full-Time (37.5 hours per week)
Randstad is currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Information Access Specialist to join a prominent State Government agency in Perth. In this role, you will lead the end-to-end processing of statutory information requests, driving compliance and transparency across the organization.
Role Responsibilities
- End-to-End FOI Processing: Coordinate, manage, and process Freedom of Information (FOI) applications in accordance with statutory requirements under the Freedom of Information Act 1992.
- Decision Making & Consultation: Act as the primary decision maker for information release applications, actively liaising and consulting with internal and external stakeholders.
- Governance & Policy: Develop, maintain, and update policies, procedures, and governance documentation regarding FOI and information disclosure functions.
- Agency Awareness: Raise organizational awareness of FOI obligations and best practices.
- Project Support: Support the broader Enterprise Information Management branch with key information management projects and initiatives.
- Travel: Occasional travel between metropolitan and regional offices may be required.
Key Selection Criteria
- Proven end-to-end experience coordinating and processing Freedom of Information (FOI) applications within a government or highly regulated environment.
- Strong legislative interpretation capabilities or relevant legal/regulatory experience (transferable legal background highly regarded).
- Demonstrated experience acting as a primary decision-maker on complex statutory release matters.
- High-level stakeholder management, negotiation, and communication skills (both written and verbal).
- Experience in policy development, governance documentation, and driving organizational compliance.
We Want to Hear From You If...
- You are a sharp, detail-oriented professional with a strong background in legislative interpretation or government information release.
- You thrive in autonomous decision-making roles where accuracy and statutory compliance are essential.
- You are looking to leverage your expertise in a supportive government environment with strong possibilities for extended contract work.
How to Apply
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At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.
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