Information Governance Advisor

Together we shape thriving communities, public spaces, places and economies.

• Be at the forefront of information management excellence in this ongoing fulltime position.
• Office location – Parramatta, Newcastle, Orange with flexible working supported
• Salary relative to experience and ranges from $110,266 to $122,058 + super

What’s in it for me?

Join our team for a fantastic culture with dynamic collaboration and genuine long-term career support. We offer flexibility in work arrangements, diverse and fulfilling assignments, and prioritize work/life balance and wellbeing with initiatives like flex leave and access to support programs. Additionally, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to succeed.

The Digital Information Office is seeking an experienced Information Governance Advisor to support the effective management, integrity, and accessibility of the Department’s information assets. Your work will ensure the integrity, accessibility, and compliance of our corporate information registers and online delivery portals.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the ongoing development of our information management frameworks, help drive continuous improvement in data governance practices, and support business objectives through sound information stewardship.

About this role:

• Maintain and update content within corporate information registers and online portals.
• Coordinate the publication and auditing of information asset records to meet operational and governance requirements.
• Develop clear and practical documentation, including operating procedures and training materials.
• Identify the needs of information creators and stewards, and collaborate to ensure standards for metadata, data quality, and information retrieval are met.
• Deliver targeted training and promote awareness of information governance principles.
• Support internal and external stakeholder relationships, including vendors, ensuring adherence to compliance standards and service agreements.

For more information read the full Role Description: Information Governance Advisor

What you will bring to the role

• Experience working within a recognised information governance framework and understanding of compliance standards for metadata and data quality.
• Strong capability in educating and guiding end-users to implement effective information management practices.
• Cultural awareness and sensitivity, particularly when working with Aboriginal, scientific, or culturally significant information.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage competing priorities while meeting quality and delivery expectations.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
• A proactive approach to continuous learning and staying current with evolving information governance practices.

What is an essential requirement:

Tertiary qualifications in information management or other relevant field and/or equivalent knowledge and experience in the IT and /or information management industry.

About us

The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. To achieve this, we: create vibrant, productive spaces and precincts; manage lands, assets and property effectively and deliver affordable and diverse housing. We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and builds the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people, communities and entities.

We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, offers job share and workplace adjustments.

Join us

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close Sunday, 11 May 2025 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Jane Andrews, Senior Information Governance Officer Jane.Andrews@environment.nsw.gov.au

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment.

If we can make adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team on Diversity@DPIE.nsw.gov.au If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander check out our Aboriginal guide to applying for a role.