"FOI Privacy and Information Manager"

• Shape Swinburne’s approach to transparency, privacy, and responsible information management.
• Ongoing / Full-time position | Hawthorn based
• HEW 8 Level | 17% super | hybrid options available 

About the Role

We’re seeking a skilled and experienced professional to join our Legal, Risk & Compliance (LRC) team as a FOI Privacy and Information Manager. Reporting to the Director, Legal Compliance & Integrity, this role plays a pivotal part in safeguarding Swinburne’s commitment to accountability, integrity and good governance.

In this role, you’ll take the lead on coordinating and responding to Freedom of Information (FOI) requests, while also driving strong information and privacy compliance practices across the University. You’ll work collaboratively with stakeholders at all levels—providing expert advice, guidance and practical support to ensure the University meets its legislative obligations and embeds good practice in everyday operations.

Working within a supportive, high-performing team, you’ll engage with both internal and external partners, influence decision-making, and help strengthen Swinburne’s culture of integrity and transparency. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who is detail-focused, solution-oriented, and passionate about regulatory compliance and public accountability.

If you’re looking for a meaningful role where your expertise can truly make an impact, we’d love to hear from you.

About You

To be suitable for this role you will need to have experience in the below key accountabilities: 

• Demonstrated experience at another Australian university or from the public sector that includes strong experience in FOI and privacy or similar roles. 
• A deep and demonstrated understanding of higher education compliance obligations or within the public sector.

Qualifications

A degree in business, law or similar equivalent

About Swinburne University of Technology

Swinburne’s strategy draws upon our understanding of future challenges. We choose to build Swinburne as the prototype of a new and different university – one that is truly of Technology, of Innovation and of Entrepreneurship. We are committed to a differentiated university proposition in education and research. 

Our Ad Astra strategy is the cornerstone of Swinburne’s bold ambition to lead globally in technology-driven education and research. This strategy positions us to create transformative solutions, empower learners, and partner with industry to thrive in an ever-changing world. 

What We Offer You!

• Work your way with hybrid options and generous parental leave to support a balanced lifestyle. 
• Exclusive staff discounts, including discounted Medibank health insurance, 50% off Swinburne courses and other partner offers.
• Swinburne offers 17% super and salary packaging options, including car leasing and extra super contributions.

Want to learn more? Head over to our benefits page!

To Apply

Please submit your CV and cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria and your suitability for this position. 

To review the Position Description and to apply, please scroll down to the bottom of the page. 

If you are viewing this advert from an external site, please click ‘apply’ and you will be redirected to Swinburne’s Jobs website to access the Position Description at the bottom of the page. 

Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children Check. 

If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please contact the Swinburne Talent Acquisition Team on talentacquisition@swin.edu.au. 

Applications Close: Monday 23rd February 2026 at 5pm. 

Swinburne offers flexible working options contained in our leave and parenting/carer policies to support work-life balance. 

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Swinburne has become a world-class university, driving social and economic impacts through science, technology, and innovation. As a dual-sector university, our vision is for people and technology working together to build a better world. 

Central to our vision is our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer focused on attracting, retaining, and developing great talent. We work to remove barriers related to gender identity, culture, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, and age. 

We strongly encourage applicants from diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Our Moondani Toombadool Centre leads our Indigenous education and culture at Swinburne, guided by community wisdom and leadership. 

We support applicants with disabilities. Adjustments can be requested at any time during the recruitment process. For Reasonable Adjustment requests, including accessible formats for the PD, application form or any other document, please contact DCR@swin.edu.au or call +61 3 9214 3550. 

Please note the above number and DCR email address are for disability or reasonable adjustments queries only. General enquiries about the role can be sent to talentacquisition@swin.edu.au (general enquiries will not be answered by phone). 

Victoria’s Commitment to Action: Improving international student employment outcomes

As a signatory to Victoria’s Commitment to Action, Swinburne seeks to remove barriers to international graduate employment. We welcome and encourage applications from international graduates. 

As a Circle Back Initiative Employer, we commit to responding to every applicant.

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