Manager, Privacy and Data Governance
- Insights and Analytics Unit, Sunshine Coast Campus (Sippy Downs) or Moreton Bay Campus (Petrie)
- Level 9, $134,332 - $140,696 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
- Full-time, ongoing appointment
The Opportunity
As Manager, Privacy and Data Governance, you’ll shape how UniSC protects trust, respects data, and uses information responsibly to support great outcomes for our students, partners and communities. You’ll lead the delivery of a university-wide privacy management improvement plan, strengthening our capability and assuring compliance with state, Commonwealth and international privacy and data protection obligations. This role brings together strategy and practice, designing and delivering fit-for-purpose governance, third-party and data management, consent and data subject rights, breach response, impact assessments, security, training and risk assurance. You’ll provide trusted, expert advice on privacy-by-design and the enterprise use of data governance tools that support secure, well-managed data across its lifecycle. Working closely with stakeholders, you’ll also lead priority initiatives arising from our Privacy Management Review and Cybersecurity Strategy, coordinating resources and guiding the team to deliver clear, meaningful outcomes.
For more information, please visit us online: Insights and Analytics Unit
You will
- lead enterprise privacy and data governance, delivering clear frameworks, policies and systems that enable trusted, responsible use of data;
- uplift privacy capability and compliance through the delivery of a university-wide privacy management improvement plan;
- implement modern, automated data governance to strengthen visibility, security, accountability and assurance across the data lifecycle; and
- embed privacy and data practices across UniSC by partnering with teams to balance strategic priorities, operational needs and risk.
About you
Our ideal candidate is someone who enjoys sitting at the intersection of trust, technology and impact. You’re a thoughtful leader who can set clear direction and bring people with you, translating complex privacy and data requirements into practical, fit-for-purpose solutions that work in the real world. You’re comfortable guiding enterprise-wide programs, partnering with external experts, and rolling up your sleeves when needed to design and deliver meaningful outcomes. With a strong grasp of privacy-by-design and modern data governance, you’re curious about what’s next and confident applying best practice to support innovation, compliance and good decision-making. Above all, you care about doing things well and doing them responsibly, knowing that strong privacy and data foundations help UniSC serve our students, partners and communities with confidence.
You will possess:
- Deep knowledge of privacy and information security obligations, and the ability to apply them confidently in complex, multi-jurisdictional environments.
- Proven experience designing practical frameworks, policies and processes that underpin strong privacy and data governance.
- A strong track record delivering organisation-wide change programs that uplift capability across people, process and technology.
- Clear, engaging communication skills, with the ability to move comfortably between technical detail and broader business needs.
- Well-honed leadership, project and organisational skills, with the initiative to navigate complexity and solve problems creatively.
- A contemporary understanding of privacy, data and cloud-based architectures, security and governance aligned to recognised best practice.
- A collaborative mindset and commitment to contributing to a positive, inclusive and high-performing team culture.
Don't meet every requirement? At UniSC, we understand that your work and life experiences can be just as valuable. If you're excited about this role but your CV doesn't align perfectly with our position description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or one of our many other opportunities.
UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at unisc-careers@usc.edu.au or call +61 7 5430 2830.
Position description: 
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UniSC values a diverse and talented workforce and invites applications from candidates who already have legal work rights in Australia.
UniSC does not accept unsolicited applications. For agency inquiries, contact unisc-careers@usc.edu.au
Applications for this position close midnight, Monday 6 April 2026
Your completed application must include:
- a resume and a statement of suitability (not to exceed two pages), which be reviewed in alignment to the specified selection criteria as outlined within the position description.
Further information regarding how to prepare your application is available on our website: Join our team
We would love the opportunity to get to know you better, but we know it works both ways. To get to know a little more about us, visit us at: Welcome to UniSC and LinkedIn Life
Have questions or want to know more? For a confidential discussion, please contact:
Tanya Parker - Senior Lead, Data Governance
Insights and Analytics Unit
Telephone: 07 5459 4510
Email: tlparker@usc.edu.au
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- Salary packing options + 17% Super.
- EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.
