Job Description

Everyone plays here

• Salary ranges from $116,981 to $129,492 + super & leave loading.
• Ongoing Fulltime Opportunity
• Based at Sydney Olympic Park location – flexible work arrangements will be considered.

About the role

The Office of Sport is seeking a highly motivated Privacy and Compliance Officer to play a key role in strengthening privacy, compliance and governance practices across the organisation. Reporting to the Manager, Executive & Ministerial Support, you will provide expert advice on privacy obligations, support compliance with legislative and whole-of-government requirements and contribute to the delivery of quality governance and executive support services.

You will help ensure the Office of Sport maintains strong privacy, data governance and risk management practices while supporting our purpose of enabling all people across NSW to experience the benefits of sport and active recreation.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice and guidance on privacy legislation, compliance obligations and governance requirements across the organisation.
• Develop, maintain and improve privacy, compliance and data governance frameworks, policies and procedures.
• Monitor and report on privacy, compliance, audit, risk and data breach activities to meet organisational and regulatory requirements.

About you

You are a confident and solutions-focused governance professional with experience interpreting legislation and providing practical advice in complex environments. You have strong stakeholder engagement skills and can build trusted relationships while influencing positive outcomes across diverse business areas.

Essential Requirements

• Demonstrated experience in privacy, governance, compliance or related disciplines, with a strong understanding of privacy legislation.
• Strong ability to interpret and apply privacy legislation and policy and provide practical, outcome-focused advice across the organisation.
• Proven stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills, with the ability to influence, negotiate and build trust across diverse business areas.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to present complex information in a clear and accessible manner.
• Sound judgement, critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with a focus on achieving positive organisational outcomes.

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About us

The Office of Sport is a unique workplace, where no two days are the same! We work tirelessly and with passion to deliver on our purpose of ‘Everyone Plays Here’ – improving the lives of people across NSW through sport and active recreation.

By providing leadership, policies, programs, funding and infrastructure, our work makes a difference – improving health outcomes, connecting communities and making a stronger NSW. Our team members are collaborative, creative, hardworking and innovative, brought together by a common goal of ensuring sport and active recreation is a place for all people in NSW.

How to apply?

Your online application must include:

• A cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for the role (1-2 pages)
• An up-to-date CV outlining experience, skills & achievements relevant to this role (maximum 5 pages)

To be eligible to apply for this position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment. Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and pre-employment checks.

Applications close: 11:55pm 26th July 2026
Contact for enquiries: tom.jackson@sport.nsw.gov.au

What’s in it for you?

The Office of Sport offers you the opportunity to make a direct, shared contribution and difference to sport and recreation in NSW and have a positive impact on quality of life of our clients. We offer a family-friendly and flexible working environment, competitive salaries, and generous leave entitlements. Our benefits include salary packaging, access to the Fitness Passport, the Employee Assistance Program, and free onsite parking.

Inclusion is a huge focus for the Office, internally and externally. In addition to actively promoting employment for women, people with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ individuals, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, we are also committed to increasing opportunities for everyone to participate in sport and active recreation. We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging.

We want you to bring your best self to this recruitment process. If you feel you may require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition Team via workforcemanagement@sport.nsw.gov.au