Want to know why its an exciting time to join Windermere? Firstly, there is no other organisation quite like us. We are an independent community service organisation working across the Southeast of Victoria to help those who need it most. Our unique range of services include; Communities for Children, Family Health & Wellbeing, Childhood Development, Education & Support, Early Intervention Therapy Services, NDIS Support Coordination and Plan Management, Homelessness Support, Counselling Services, assistance to support victims of trauma, assault and violent crimes and Recovery Support Services.The Privacy & Information Sharing Officer plays a crucial role in maintaining high standards in information management and privacy functions. The officer will administer the privacy role in line with the Health Services Act (Vic), Privacy and Data Protection Act (Vic), Privacy Act (Cwealth) and related information sharing schemes.This is a Permanent Part-time role (15.2 hours per week) spread over 3 days Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays.Why work at Windermere?We are committed to outcome-focused care for children, families and individuals and to making a positive difference in the community. Windermere provides a varied scope of services to support disadvantaged and vulnerable people. Windermere offers a culture of flexibility, support and wellbeing.Staff Benefits:Flexible Ways of Working - home, in the office or combination of bothAbove Award Personal Leave and 17.5% annual leave loadingGifted days off (between Christmas and New Year)Employee Referral Program - $500 per referralFlexible Leave Scheme (50/52, 51/52)Salary packaging (up to $15,900 per year + additional $2,650 meals and entertainment)Structured performance and 1-on-1 development check-insSecondment and career growth opportunitiesStaff discount program for everyday itemsOpportunities for professional developmentStudy Leave provisionsWindermere cares about staff and strives for continuous improvement, which is why we regularly ask our staff and consumers about what we can do better. In our staff survey from May 2024, 90% of respondents said they were "proud to work at Windermere" and 89.7% feel "we are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion".Job DescriptionNow, lets talk about this exciting opportunity!As a skilled and experienced Privacy & Information Sharing Officer, you will be working in a small but very supportive team. You will provide effective and high-quality support for the department, through;Providing privacy advice within the organisationOverseeing compliance and championing privacy laws and regulation requirements and best practicesActioning subpoenas and requests for information in accordance with strict timelines, relevant Acts, schemes, Windermere policies and applicable consumer impact risk assessmentsCo-ordinating the handling of internal and external privacy enquiries, privacy complaints, and requests for access to records and personal information as requested through individuals and or related authoritiesAs Windermere is a not-for-profit organisation, employees are able to claim everyday living expenses up to $15,900 against their annual Pre-Tax Salary.Desired Skills and ExperienceKey Selection Criteria:Relevant qualification, training and or experience in privacy and personal information management is essentialSound knowledge of relevant Acts & Regulations (especially privacy legislation at state and federal levels, and information sharing schemes)An understanding of privacy dispute resolution and complaint-handling methods and processesHighly developed conceptual and analytical skillsAn understanding of current issues in community service organisations relating to privacy and information managementExcellent communication skills, both verbal and writtenHighly developed writing skillsDemonstrated commitment to high quality services and a culture of continuous learningUnderstanding of risk management and consumer feedback systems of good practiceDemonstrated understanding of, and commitment to, the values that underpin the organisationExcellent time management skills and the ability to manage multiple, complex demands and meet timelinesWillingness to promote and support practices that are inclusive, culturally responsive, safe and accessible.Willingness to undertake pre-employment screening - Working with Children, Police check and medical assessment.Right to Work in Australia e.g. Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident.If this job excites you, then click the Apply button to view the detailed Position Description and submit your application. Please also ensure you address the Key Selection Criteria in your application letter.If you require any specific access adjustments or support within the Windermere recruitment, interview or onboarding process please contact our Talent Acquisition Specialist via phone +613 8794 1311 or email opportunities@windermere.org.au.Windermere is committed to creating equitable environments for consumers and employees. We do this by building diverse and inclusive services and workspaces, where all peoples from Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander, CALD, LGBTIQ+ Communities and those living with disability will know and feel accepted, affirmed, safe and celebrated. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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