Privacy Program Manager

About Us:We create extraordinary experiences. We create memories we take care of our shared heritage. This means careers where we have to innovate and always push for better and where your perspective is always valued. This is a world where we bring together our love for the natural environment and our care for one another to make a real difference. This is a world where youll discover something new every Role:We are seeking an experienced and motivated Privacy Program Delivery Manager to lead a focused six-month privacy uplift program across SMCT. Reporting to the Head of Safety and Governance this project-based role will be responsible for developing the collateral frameworks processes and tools required to strengthen privacy practices across the organisation and establish a sustainable privacy management closely with stakeholders across Governance Information Management Technology and operational teams you will identify opportunities to improve the way private and sensitive information is managed build organisational capability and support SMCTs readiness for emerging privacy risks including the increasing use of artificial intelligence. This role will suit a self-driven proactive professional who enjoys delivering meaningful change and engaging with stakeholders at all Profile:Lead the delivery of a six-month privacy uplift program focused on high-risk and high-value privacy initiatives Review existing privacy policies procedures and practices to identify gaps and improvement opportunities Develop practical privacy tools guidance materials training collateral and supporting resources Design and implement Privacy Impact Assessment (PIA) processes templates and training programs Partner with business leaders governance specialists IT and information management teams to embed improved privacy practices Assess privacy risks associated with technology solutions digital systems and emerging AI capabilities Deliver training advice and change support to increase privacy awareness and capability across the organisation Prepare progress reports recommendations and implementation plans to support ongoing privacy managementYour Profile we are looking for someone with:Demonstrated experience delivering privacy governance compliance or risk-related projects Strong understanding of privacy obligations and best practice management of sensitive information Self-driven proactive and able to independently manage competing priorities and project deliverables Excellent stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to build relationships and influence at all organisational levels Experience facilitating workshops developing processes and delivering training programs Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify gaps and implement practical risk-based solutions Knowledge of information governance technology risk digital environments and emerging AI considerations Strong written communication skills with experience preparing policies guidance materials reports and recommendationsWhats on Offer:We offer a fulfilling career with exceptional personal and professional growth opportunities along with a comprehensive range of benefits:Employee Health Wellbeing and Assistance Programs including complimentary onsite physio working access to unpaid parental leave and a short waiting period of only three months for paid parental leave applicable to both full-time and part-time opportunity to purchase additional annual available at our employee café and onsite meet every requirement We still encourage you to apply your unique strengths might be just what we care for our colleagues and the community we serve. To protect one another it is a requirement that all successful candidates complete background you have any access requirements which restrict you from fully participating in our recruitment process please contact so that we can discuss necessary reviewing applications as they come in and may remove this ad early once the position is filled so we encourage you to apply as soon as more information on Southern Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust please visit our website: is an equal opportunity employer and a Diversity Council Australia Member.