EMPLOYMENT

An exciting opportunity has opened within the Information Governance section in the Technology branch of the National Archives of Australia. National Archives is looking for an APS 6 Governance Officer with expertise in improving agency-wide information and data governance processes with a focus on uplifting recordkeeping capability with the responsibility for development of training courses and guides and the delivery of online and in person recordkeeping training. The Technology Branch supports the National Archives in meeting its vision and reaching its strategic goals through services, technology, infrastructure, software, security and governance of its information assets to secure and protect against cyber security threats. It is also responsible for assisting Australian Government agencies to fulfil the National Archives' data and information management requirements. The Information Governance section is led by the National Archives' Chief Information and Data Governance Officer (CIDGO) who is responsible for the implementation of the framework governing the management of information and data assets across the organisation. The work involves establishing and implementing frameworks, policies, processes, and responsibilities within the National Archives in relation to creation, management and use of information and data assets to enable business areas to meet their regulatory, legal, risk and operational requirements. The goal of the Information Governance section is to continuously improve agency-wide information and data governance processes and foster a culture of accountable and business-focussed management of information and data assets. The key duties of the position include Under limited direction the main duties of the role are to: Apply knowledge and understanding of information and data management principles, legislation, standards, and systems to assist in the strategic planning of the governance and management of the National Archives' information and data assets. Research, develop and implement contemporary data governance frameworks to support innovation in data management and enable alignment with whole-of-government initiatives. Undertake data administration, data analysis, and build data visualisations to support decision making, inform policy, and improve processes. Prepare reports and presentations detailing the findings of analysis including evaluation of results and recommendations. Manage and coordinate projects that assist in the uplift of data capability across the Archives. Develop and manage relationships with team members and work collaboratively with key stakeholders across the National Archives to achieve business outcomes. Use agency processes, systems and frameworks as an innovation testbed for National Archives' whole-of-government products and services for agencies. Apply the principles of APS Values, Code of Conduct, workplace diversity, work health and safety and participative management within a work and team environment. Promote and apply the National Archives' Vision, Mission and Commitments as expressed in Strategy 2025 - 2030: Evolving National Archives and Our Values . Qualifications (or demonstrated experience) in information and data management/governance or other relevant disciplines are desirable.