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Job description
Agency Department of Education and Training Work unit Resolution and Assurance Services
Job title Privacy Project Advisor Designation Administrative Officer 6
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing
Salary $99,519 - $110,953 Location Darwin
Position number 48523 RTF 342036 Closing 24/02/2026
Contact officer Kylie McColley, RFI Project Advisor at rfi.doe@education.nt.gov.au
About the agency https://education.nt.gov.au
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=342036
APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF
YOUR TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS
Information for applicants – Inclusion and diversity and Special measures recruitment plans
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates
people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment
process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the
merit process, go to the OCPE website.
Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures
plans, go to the OCPE website.
Primary objective
Conduct privacy impact assessments and provide support on information, records and privacy management across the
department and government schools to ensure compliance with the Information Act 2002 (NT), Information Privacy
Principles and other relevant legislations, regulations, or standards.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Complete privacy impact assessments (PIAs) and privacy information statements on digital applications used
across the department and government schools.
2. Provide support, guidance and advice on privacy including risks assessments and proposed strategies to address risks
and the implementation of PIA recommendations.
3. Undertake research and participate in internal and external forums to inform privacy impact assessment, risk
identification and management and policy development.
4. Assist the development, implementation and promotion of policies, guidelines, information statements, and training
across the department and government schools on privacy and data management.
5. Provide support across the department and government schools on management of data security breaches.
6. Support the Senior Privacy Manager in handling complex privacy matters.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Sound knowledge and understanding of privacy legislation including the Information Act 2002 (NT), Information Privacy
Principles, Privacy Act 1988 (Cth), and information security standards.
2. Proven ability to interpret legislative obligations and a strong track record in leading end-to-end PIAs, including scoping,
consultation, drafting, and developing risk treatment strategies.
3. Familiarity with the Notifiable Data Breach Scheme and demonstrated experience in managing and advising on data
security breaches from detection and triage to reporting, containment, and post-incident review.
4. Demonstrated discretion, sound judgement, and time management with the ability to operate effectively in multi-
stakeholder, high-trust environments.
5. Strong analytical skills and demonstrated competence in conducting and synthesising research and stakeholder input
into clear, practical policies, guidelines, and training materials.
6. Strong interpersonal, and oral and written communication skills, including ability to build and maintain good working
relationships with stakeholders, and experience in explaining complex privacy requirements to both technical and non-
technical audiences, including school staff and senior executives.
Desirable
1. Formal qualifications in relevant discipline e.g., information management, business, education, legal or another related
field.
Further information
The recommended applicant may be required to undergo a criminal history check prior to selection being confirmed. A
criminal history will not exclude an applicant from this position unless it is a relevant criminal history. The successful
applicant will be required to have a current Working with Children Clearance or have the ability to obtain.
Job description
Agency Department of Education and Training Work unit Resolution and Assurance Services
Job title Privacy Project Advisor Designation Administrative Officer 6
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing
Salary $99,519 - $110,953 Location Darwin
Position number 48523 RTF 342036 Closing 24/02/2026
Contact officer Kylie McColley, RFI Project Advisor at rfi.doe@education.nt.gov.au
About the agency https://education.nt.gov.au
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=342036
APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF
YOUR TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS
Information for applicants – Inclusion and diversity and Special measures recruitment plans
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates
people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment
process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the
merit process, go to the OCPE website.
Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures
plans, go to the OCPE website.
Primary objective
Conduct privacy impact assessments and provide support on information, records and privacy management across the
department and government schools to ensure compliance with the Information Act 2002 (NT), Information Privacy
Principles and other relevant legislations, regulations, or standards.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Complete privacy impact assessments (PIAs) and privacy information statements on digital applications used
across the department and government schools.
2. Provide support, guidance and advice on privacy including risks assessments and proposed strategies to address risks
and the implementation of PIA recommendations.
3. Undertake research and participate in internal and external forums to inform privacy impact assessment, risk
identification and management and policy development.
4. Assist the development, implementation and promotion of policies, guidelines, information statements, and training
across the department and government schools on privacy and data management.
5. Provide support across the department and government schools on management of data security breaches.
6. Support the Senior Privacy Manager in handling complex privacy matters.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Sound knowledge and understanding of privacy legislation including the Information Act 2002 (NT), Information Privacy
Principles, Privacy Act 1988 (Cth), and information security standards.
2. Proven ability to interpret legislative obligations and a strong track record in leading end-to-end PIAs, including scoping,
consultation, drafting, and developing risk treatment strategies.
3. Familiarity with the Notifiable Data Breach Scheme and demonstrated experience in managing and advising on data
security breaches from detection and triage to reporting, containment, and post-incident review.
4. Demonstrated discretion, sound judgement, and time management with the ability to operate effectively in multi-
stakeholder, high-trust environments.
5. Strong analytical skills and demonstrated competence in conducting and synthesising research and stakeholder input
into clear, practical policies, guidelines, and training materials.
6. Strong interpersonal, and oral and written communication skills, including ability to build and maintain good working
relationships with stakeholders, and experience in explaining complex privacy requirements to both technical and non-
technical audiences, including school staff and senior executives.
Desirable
1. Formal qualifications in relevant discipline e.g., information management, business, education, legal or another related
field.
Further information
The recommended applicant may be required to undergo a criminal history check prior to selection being confirmed. A
criminal history will not exclude an applicant from this position unless it is a relevant criminal history. The successful
applicant will be required to have a current Working with Children Clearance or have the ability to obtain.
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