About the WAEC

Western Australia is a great place to live, work and deliver elections. And it is getting better as we transform the Western Australian Electoral Commission (WAEC) into a contemporary leader in electoral service, modernising systems, strengthening capability and lifting the experience for voters and stakeholders.

Trust in democracy depends on more than secure ballots. It depends on the records, decisions and information behind them being handled with the same rigour, care and transparency the public expects. That is where you come in.

At WAEC, we are guided by four values: Make it Count, Check Every Box, Focus on Fairness and Achieve Together. We are committed to recruiting people whose behaviours, leadership style and approach to public service align with these values, recognising that cultural contribution is as important as technical capability.

If you want to help build the frameworks that keep WAEC accountable, lawful and trusted from the inside out, this is your moment. 

The Opportunity

As the Assistant Director Information Governance, you will shape and lead a new function at the heart of WAEC’s accountability, transparency and public trust. This is an opportunity to build practical frameworks for privacy and responsible information sharing, records management, documentation management, and freedom of information, while leading a capable team and embedding good practice across the Commission.

You will provide trusted advice on complex and sensitive matters, establish policies, procedures and controls, and help business areas manage information lawfully, consistently and confidently. You will also oversee FOI processes, support implementation of privacy and responsible information sharing reforms, and strengthen the systems and guidance that underpin sound decision making.

If you are energised by building something from the ground up, developing people, lifting organisational capability and turning complex obligations into clear, practical ways of working, this role offers genuine scope to make a lasting impact.

The role sits within the Integrity, Risk & Governance Directorate and reports to the Director Integrity, Risk & Governance.

About You

You are a practical, values-driven information governance professional who can bring structure, clarity and momentum to a new function. You understand public sector accountability obligations across freedom of information, privacy and responsible information sharing, records management and related information governance requirements, and can translate them into clear advice, workable controls and sustainable ways of working.

You will be confident leading people, building effective services and improving practice in a new or changing environment. Just as importantly, you will be a trusted adviser who can work constructively with leaders and teams, provide sound advice on complex or sensitive matters, and build confidence in good information governance across WAEC.

Your approach will align with WAEC’s values: making every contribution count, checking the detail, focusing on fairness and achieving outcomes together. You will bring strong judgement, analytical thinking and a constructive, solutions-focused approach, with a commitment to integrity, impartial public service and the trust WAEC is here to safeguard.

Relevant qualifications or professional accreditation in information governance, records management, information management, law, public administration or a related discipline would be well regarded, but your ability to lead, influence and deliver practical outcomes will be key.

Specific details of the role can be found in the Position Description attached to this advert.

Want to Know More?

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, you are encouraged to contact Shai Harris, Principal Consultant, Shelby Consulting on 0409 914 207 or shai@shelbyconsulting.com.au.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit:

• A current resume outlining the skills, experience and capabilities you will bring to the role.
• A written response (maximum one page) addressing the single question below.

There is no need for a separate covering letter. We want to keep this simple and give you the space to show us how you think.

Question

Describe a time when you engaged internal stakeholders to implement and embed a new policy, procedure or control. What did you do, and what changed as a result?

Select ‘Apply Now’ at the top or bottom of this advertisement to submit your application. Applications must be submitted online via jobs.wa.gov.au. Late applications will not be accepted.

Applications close 4.00pm (AWST), Monday 3 August 2026. Late applications will not be accepted.

Other Conditions and Eligibility

To be eligible for a permanent appointment to a position with the WAEC, it is essential that you have valid work rights in Australia.

The successful applicant will be required to sign a Declaration of Neutrality and a Declaration of Confidentiality, indicating that they have no active or official connection with any political party and will maintain the confidentiality necessary to ensure the integrity of the Commission.

Given the Commission's role in safeguarding trust in democracy, the successful applicant will be required to complete pre employment checks appropriate to the role, which may include identity, work eligibility, and integrity or security clearance checks.

The work related requirements for the role will be assessed throughout the selection process. A variety of assessment methodologies may be used, including but not limited to a written statement, a practical work sample, structured interviews and referee checks.