Privacy Compliance Manager

About the Opportunity

The Privacy Compliance Manager leads the Universitys privacy compliance program through consultative and constructive interaction with element leadership managers and liaisons. Success depends on a risk-based approach to define priorities a commitment to foster strong relationships open communication towards stakeholders and dedication to cultivating behaviours and actions that uphold and reinforce integrity accountability and transparency

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage Right to Information (RTI) administrative access and related privacy complaints.
• Conduct and supervise investigations into RTI administrative access matters and privacy complaints; identify and resolve systemic privacy issues in collaboration with University staff.
• Lead the development and delivery of privacy education training and awareness programs.
• Monitor legislative changes and update University policies procedures and templates accordingly.
• Support the Universitys privacy compliance program and assist the Privacy Officer with RTI administrative access and complaint matters.
• Maintain and report statistics on RTI administrative access and privacy complaints to internal and external stakeholders.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies during compliance reviews and investigations.
• Develop and implement a risk-based privacy compliance program aligned with University strategy and legal requirements.
• Guide continuous improvement of the Universitys privacy compliance framework in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Advise senior leadership on privacy obligations including data mapping risk assessments and privacy impact assessments.
• Support internal audits and advise privacy champions across the University.
• Promote accountability by advising on and monitoring corrective actions.
• Represent privacy interests in University committees and working groups to enhance privacy practices.
• Provide regular updates and reports to senior management and the Audit & Risk Committee on compliance progress.

About you

• The occupant of this position will hold relevant postgraduate qualifications (preferably legal qualifications) with at least five (5) years-experience in a similar role or have an equivalent level of expertise obtained from a combination of experience training professional accreditation and qualification.

Candidates must have full unrestricted Australian work rights and may be subject to a National criminal history check.

What we can offer

This is a full time continuing opportunity primarily based Brisbane South (Nathan). As Griffith is a multi-site university you may be required to work across other locations.

Griffith Universitys sites are located on the lands of the Yugarabul Yuggera Jagera Turrbal Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.

Salary

HEW 10 - Base salary of $147057.74 17% super. Full package $172057.55.

Additional Information :

Why join Griffith 
 
As a values-led organisation at Griffith University weve worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer: 

• Wide range of Learning and Development opportunities 

• Mix of on campus and work from home options available and a supportive work environment 

• Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts 

• Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading 

• Support with future learning opportunities through our educational staff assistance scheme 

• Opportunities for internal mobility 

• Health Safety and Wellbeing initiatives on campus Gym facilities 

At Griffith were committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever youre from. If you require any accommodations we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

Griffith University values diversity inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit ourEquity Diversity and  University is committed to fostering a safe respectful and inclusive community for alignment with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence (2025) Griffith University includes a declaration as part of the recruitment journey to uphold the values and standards of our University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information please refer to GriffithsModern Slavery Policy. 

How to apply 

Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following: 

• A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role please refer to the qualifications above and the position description. 

• Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details 

For application and recruitment advice please reach out to Laura Whitworth Talent Acqusition Partner on

Closing date: Sunday 20th September 2026  at 11:59pm. All applications must be submitted online.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time