Manager Information Governance

Lead Information Governance Across a Modern Public Sector Organisation.

Permanent full-time position available!

About You

At North Metropolitan TAFE, we are looking for an experienced leader to shape how information, records, data governance and privacy are managed across one of Western Australia's largest vocational education providers.

This is an opportunity to influence organisation-wide governance, strengthen privacy and compliance frameworks, and lead the strategic direction of information management in an environment undergoing significant digital transformation. Working closely with senior leaders, you will ensure our information supports better decision-making, protects stakeholder trust, and enables innovation into the future.

You will lead the College's information governance function, ensuring records, privacy, data stewardship and information management practices are effective, compliant and fit for the future. A key part of the role will be guiding the organisation through evolving governance requirements, emerging technologies and increasing expectations around privacy, security and responsible information use. You will provide strategic advice to executive leaders, oversee compliance and audit activities, and drive continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen how information is managed across the organisation. You will also lead a specialist team, building capability, fostering collaboration and delivering practical solutions that support business outcomes across a diverse and complex operating environment.

There is an option to accrue an additional two weeks leave each year on top of your standard four weeks annual leave.

Suitability Requirements

To be considered suitable for this position, you will:

• Have relevant skills and experience to meet the selection criteria and role requirements as outlined in the attached JDF.

Eligibility Requirements and Other Conditions

To be considered eligible for employment, you will:

• Possess current and valid Australian working rights (e.g. Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or an appropriate working visa). Please note, visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
• Hold, or have the ability to obtain:
  • Department of Education Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check

About the College

At North Metropolitan TAFE (NMTAFE), you will join an organisation that changes lives through education and skills.

As one of Western Australia's leading vocational education and training providers, we deliver industry-relevant training across 10 campuses, offering more than 400 courses in 48 industry areas. In partnership with industry, government and community, we help people build rewarding careers and develop the skilled workforce that shapes Western Australia's future.

We value talented, passionate people and are committed to a workplace where everyone belongs. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ communities, people with disability, and people of all ages and experiences. Together, our diverse perspectives help us achieve better outcomes for our students, industry and community.

Additional Information

Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) will apply to this position. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates who meet the suitability requirements for these roles will be prioritised for appointment.

We're always on the lookout for great people. If you're suitable but not selected for this role but we believe you'd be a strong fit elsewhere, over the next 12 months we may consider you for other opportunities within the organisation or share your details with other agencies - with your permission.

Jennie Timms, Director Information Services (CIO), would also be happy to chat with you on or . Should you require any adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please reach out to Jennie so we can discuss how best to support you.

Applications close Friday, 20 November 2026 at 4:00pm (WST).

Advertised Reference Number : NMG156.26S