Coordinator Governance, Information Access and Privacy

• A varied and challenging role! You will coordinate key governance, information access, privacy and statutory compliance functions to support Council’s transparency, accountability and legislative obligations.
• Competitive annual salary commencing at $109,110, plus up to 15% superannuation
• Great range of additional benefits, including health & wellness programs, salary sacrifice options, salary packaging arrangements and a fortnightly RDO

About the Region

Gympie is at the heart of a rapidly expanding region which stretches from rural valleys in our western reaches to the Cooloola Coast.  Bordering Noosa and Fraser Coast Local Government areas, we are uniquely positioned to grow whilst still retaining our country charm.  Our borders with North and South Burnett, and the Somerset Local Government areas link with our rural lifestyle, where you can enjoy our picturesque smaller townships, or our abundant local history.  Our local festivals such as the Gympie Music Muster are renowned both nationally and internationally. 

For someone seeking a high quality of life, with pristine natural areas and spectacular beaches, all within reach of Noosa, the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane, we are offering this unique opportunity.

Coordinator Governance, Information Access and Privacy

Remuneration: Annual salary commencing at $109,110, plus up to 15% superannuation

Closing Date: Sunday 11th October 2026 at 11.00pm AEST

No late applications will be accepted.  Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered. Unsolicited applications from agencies will not be considered. 

Make a meaningful contribution to transparent, accountable and effective local government.

We are seeking an experienced and highly capable Coordinator Governance, Information Access and Privacy to join our team and play a key role in supporting good governance, transparency, accountability and legislative compliance across Council.

This is a diverse and influential role suited to a governance professional who enjoys working across statutory compliance, information access, privacy, complaints, policy governance and Council meeting processes.

About the Role

As the Coordinator Governance, Information Access and Privacy, you will coordinate a range of critical governance and statutory functions and provide trusted advice to internal stakeholders, elected members and external customers.

A key component of the role will be acting as Council's formally delegated statutory decision-maker for Right to Information (RTI) applications, including assessing applications, interpreting legislative requirements and making formal, legally binding determinations under the Right to Information Act 2009 (Qld).

You will also coordinate Council's information privacy framework, including assessing and responding to potential data breaches and ensuring statutory notifications and actions are undertaken within legislative timeframes.

The role also has responsibility for coordinating administrative action complaints, supporting Council's obligations under human rights legislation, overseeing native title administrative functions, maintaining the corporate policy framework and coordinating governance processes associated with Ordinary and Special Council Meetings.

Key Responsibilities

Your responsibilities will include:

• Coordinate Council's Right to Information functions, including assessing applications and making formal statutory determinations under the Right to Information Act 2009 (Qld).

• Coordinate Council's Information Privacy compliance framework, including data breach assessment, response and notification requirements.

• Coordinate the administrative action complaints process, including investigations, independent reviews, assessments and reporting on complaint trends.

• Provide informed advice regarding Council's obligations under the Human Rights Act 2019, ensuring human rights considerations are appropriately incorporated into decision-making.

• Coordinate native title administrative functions, including enquiries, legal referrals and ensuring native title considerations are identified in relevant Council processes.

• Coordinate Council's corporate policy framework, including policy development, review, maintenance, approval pathways and legislative alignment.

• Provide governance input into corporate documents, statutory publications, delegations-related material and other governance documentation.

• Coordinate the end-to-end governance processes for Ordinary and Special Council Meetings, including agenda planning, meeting logistics, governance advice and meeting documentation.

• Oversee the preparation and confirmation of accurate Council meeting minutes and maintain the Council Resolutions Register.

• Support elected member statutory induction, onboarding, training and professional development records.

• Provide advice on governance processes and support responses to elected member information requests.

• Work collaboratively with business units to promote sound governance practices, legislative compliance and continuous improvement.

About You

We are looking for a highly analytical and organised governance professional with strong knowledge of Queensland legislation and the ability to interpret complex legislative requirements and provide clear, practical advice.

You will bring:

• High-level knowledge and demonstrated application of the Right to Information Act 2009, Local Government Act 2009, Information Privacy Act 2009, Public Interest Disclosure Act 2010 (Qld) and Ombudsman Act 2001 (Qld), together with supporting regulations.

• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills and the ability to provide quality advice to internal and external stakeholders.

• Experience working respectfully and effectively with First Nations peoples, particularly in relation to native title, Traditional Owner engagement, cultural heritage and community consultation.

• The ability to apply established legislative and organisational criteria to the management of information.

• Experience using and auditing corporate systems, including finance, records management, customer request and human resources systems, together with strong proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite.

• Highly developed analytical skills and exceptional attention to detail.

• The ability to work independently while maintaining professional standards, objectivity, confidentiality, ethical conduct and discretion.

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities and statutory deadlines.

Qualifications and Experience

Qualifications, studies or relevant experience in information privacy, native title, human rights and/or governance will be highly regarded.

Knowledge of local government processes, legislation, regulations, activities and responsibilities will be highly regarded, as will the ability to rapidly develop this knowledge.

Mandatory Requirement

• A current and maintained Queensland C Class driver's licence.

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to contribute to the quality and integrity of local government services while working across a broad and engaging portfolio of governance and statutory responsibilities.

You will have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of stakeholders, influence sound governance practices and contribute to Council's commitment to transparency, accountability and effective decision-making.

If you are an experienced governance professional who brings sound judgement, legislative knowledge, attention to detail and a commitment to public sector integrity, we encourage you to apply.

Position Description

For a full position description containing essential and desirable criteria, please click here. 

Who to Contact

For information regarding the requirements of this role, please contact Council's Manager Governance, Integrity & Risk, Sarah Brady on 07 5481 0413 or email sarah.brady@gympie.qld.gov.au

For assistance lodging your application using Council's online system, please contact Council's Officer Recruitment, Sue Rossi on 07-5481 0971 or email sue.rossi@gympie.qld.gov.au

What we offer?

• Nine day fortnight/ten day 
• Access to employee health and well-being programs
• Fitness Passport: work out at over 25 local gyms for you and your family at a subsidised rate
• Long service leave after seven years
• Generous superannuation scheme of up to 15% per cent
• Access to salary sacrificing and salary packaging arrangements
• Employee assistance program offering free confidential counselling services for employees and their families.

Our Values

• Accountability
• Communication
• Customer Service Focused
• Integrity
• Teamwork and Collaboration

For a full explanation of our values please click here.  You will be assessed on your understanding of these values and how you have applied values such as these in your previous employment.

 Our Process

Successful applicants will be required to undertake various checks such as skills, qualifications, reference, medical and national police.

Keen to apply? -  Simply follow the instructions below:

1) Download and review the position description above
2) Complete the information below as requested using your personal email. 
3) Click 'APPLY'
4) Attach your resume, covering letter and a single document containing copies of your qualifications, licences or tickets as applicable.
5) Click 'NEXT' and 'CONFIRM'

Please note before continuing: It is advisable that you prepare your responses in a separate word or text document, saving your work as you go and that you then copy and paste this prepared information in the form before completing the application process. Please keep your responses to a maximum 300 words for each question.

Applications close on Sunday 11th October 2026 at 11.00pm AEST. No late applications will be accepted. Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered.

Gympie Regional Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and our people represent the community which we service. We invite all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including First Nations People, and people from diverse social, cultural and gender backgrounds.