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Senior Data Information Governance Officer
Salary: HSO Level G8 $135,972- $140,644 per annum
Location: Negotiable
Unit/Division: WACHS - Central Office > Central Office
Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Permanent - Full Time
Position No: Pool Ref 00617875
Closing Date: 2026-04-14 4:00 PM
Attachments:
Applicant Information Package.pdf
JDF - 617875 Senior Data and Information Governance Officer G-8 - Dec 2023.pdf
Job Application Information Sheet.pdf

   This is a Recruitment Pool for Permanent Full Time and/or Fixed Term Full Time appointments, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.

 We currently have 1 FTE position available.

Position Profile: Senior Data and Information Governance Officer

Support the strategic review of data and information governance activities to ensure the development, implementation and maintenance of effective governance and coordination of data management activities across WA Country Health Service (WACHS). Support, develop and implement a data and information governance framework throughout WACHS. Supports contentious data and information requests specific to privacy, state records and relevant data and information management policy and legislation.

Area Profile: The WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is the largest country health system in Australia and one of the biggest in the world, providing health services to approximately half a million people, including 45,000 Aboriginal people, over a vast two and a half million square kilometre area. The organisation comprises seven regions, with a strong network of public hospitals, health services and health centres located across rural and remote Western Australia. Our core business is the provision of quality, accessible health services to country WA residents and visitors.

Employee Benefits: In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):

  • 12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information on superannuation click here
  • Access to generous salary packaging arrangements
  • Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Flexible leave arrangements
  • Other professional and location based allowances

Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. Appointments may be made from this pool until 30/06/2026.

Other Conditions:  WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process.

Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form (available online at www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au). 

Please note this recruitment process requires completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA).  Any offer of employment with WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to ensure you are able to perform the inherent requirements of the position. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn.  Please see the attached WACHS PEHA Policy for further information. 

For Further Job Related Information:  We encourage you to contact Amy Collins, on 0432 268157 .

If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

Application Instructions:  Applicants are requested to apply online (www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au). 

It is preferable for your referee to be a current supervisor or manager.  

Applicants are advised to write a statement addressing the selection criteria in no more than 2-3 pages and provide a detailed curriculum vitae which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements. These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.
 
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

Have you joined our WA Country Health Service Talent Community? Join now  

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Position Title
Senior Data Information Governance Officer

Agency
WA Country Health Service
Salary
HSO Level G8 $135,972- $140,644 per annum
Location
Negotiable
Unit/Division
WACHS - Central Office > Central Office
Work Type
Fixed Term - Full Time, Permanent - Full Time
Position No.
Pool Ref 00617875
Closing Date
2026-04-14 4:00 PM
Position Title
Senior Data Information Governance Officer

Location
Negotiable
Work Type
Fixed Term - Full Time, Permanent - Full Time
Position No.
Pool Ref 00617875
Salary
HSO Level G8 $135,972- $140,644 per annum
Closing Date
2026-04-14 4:00 PM
Description

   This is a Recruitment Pool for Permanent Full Time and/or Fixed Term Full Time appointments, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.

 We currently have 1 FTE position available.

Position Profile: Senior Data and Information Governance Officer

Support the strategic review of data and information governance activities to ensure the development, implementation and maintenance of effective governance and coordination of data management activities across WA Country Health Service (WACHS). Support, develop and implement a data and information governance framework throughout WACHS. Supports contentious data and information requests specific to privacy, state records and relevant data and information management policy and legislation.

Area Profile: The WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is the largest country health system in Australia and one of the biggest in the world, providing health services to approximately half a million people, including 45,000 Aboriginal people, over a vast two and a half million square kilometre area. The organisation comprises seven regions, with a strong network of public hospitals, health services and health centres located across rural and remote Western Australia. Our core business is the provision of quality, accessible health services to country WA residents and visitors.

Employee Benefits: In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):

  • 12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information on superannuation click here
  • Access to generous salary packaging arrangements
  • Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Flexible leave arrangements
  • Other professional and location based allowances

Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. Appointments may be made from this pool until 30/06/2026.

Other Conditions:  WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process.

Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form (available online at www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au). 

Please note this recruitment process requires completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA).  Any offer of employment with WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to ensure you are able to perform the inherent requirements of the position. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn.  Please see the attached WACHS PEHA Policy for further information. 

For Further Job Related Information:  We encourage you to contact Amy Collins, on 0432 268157 .

If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

Application Instructions:  Applicants are requested to apply online (www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au). 

It is preferable for your referee to be a current supervisor or manager.  

Applicants are advised to write a statement addressing the selection criteria in no more than 2-3 pages and provide a detailed curriculum vitae which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements. These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.
 
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

Have you joined our WA Country Health Service Talent Community? Join now  

Attachments

Applicant Information Package.pdf
JDF - 617875 Senior Data and Information Governance Officer G-8 - Dec 2023.pdf
Job Application Information Sheet.pdf


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