Information Access Officer

• Lead GIPA, Privacy and CCTV Information Access Compliance

• Make a Direct Impact Across a Major Health District

• Hybrid Expertise in Information Governance and Privacy
   

Manage information access, privacy and CCTV requests while driving compliance, governance and continuous improvement across one of NSW's largest health districts.

 

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (up to 12 February 2027)
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 2
Remuneration: $$59.92 - $70.70 per hour
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Pine Cottage, Cumberland Hospital

Where you'll be working 
Join Western Sydney Local Health District at Cumberland Hospital and become part of a collaborative team committed to integrity, transparency and excellence in information governance. Working within the Corporate Records Unit, you'll play a critical role in supporting legislative compliance, protecting privacy and enabling access to information across a complex and diverse healthcare environment.

Our team values professionalism, innovation and continuous improvement, providing opportunities to build specialist expertise while contributing to meaningful outcomes for patients, staff and the community.

• Work with experienced professionals in privacy, records management and information governance

• Contribute to high-profile information access and compliance matters across WSLHD

• Be part of a supportive and collaborative culture focused on learning and development

• Apply your expertise across a broad range of legislative and regulatory frameworks

• Help drive best-practice processes and continuous improvement initiatives

What you'll be doing
As the Information Access Officer, you will provide specialist advice and professional support on Government Information (Public Access) (GIPA), privacy and CCTV release matters across Western Sydney Local Health District. You will ensure information access requests are managed accurately, efficiently and in accordance with legislative requirements and statutory timeframes.
 

• Manage and determine GIPA applications, information access requests and CCTV release matters in line with relevant legislation and policy

• Act as the key contact and subject matter expert for NSW Police CCTV access applications and related enquiries

• Provide specialist advice to internal and external stakeholders on information access, privacy and records management matters

• Develop, review and deliver policies, procedures and training that strengthen compliance and governance practices

• Support privacy reviews, tribunal matters and records management activities while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives

Apply now and help shape a healthier future with Western Sydney Local Health District.

How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.
 

1. Demonstrated knowledge and application of legislation and policies relevant to release of information

2. Demonstrated high level analytical and problem solving skills in relation to privacy law, including the ability to provide authoritative advice and recommendations across a large and complex organisation

3. Demonstrated knowledge of record keeping requirements for both health and non-health information.

4. Demonstrated effective time management and ability to prioritise and meet conflicting deadlines

5. Proven ability to implement strategies to ensure efficient and effective service by planning; reviewing; evaluating and implementing change to achieve organisational outcomes

6. Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with senior management and other key stakeholders, including the ability to negotiate; influence and communicate effectively

7. Highly developed written communication skills.

Requisition ID: REQ678017
Applications Close: 23 July 2026

Need more information?

• Discover more about the application process.

• Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.  

• Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications.

• For inquiries about the role, contact Dhana Profilio on 0412 154 218 or Dhana.Profilio@health.nsw.gov.au.