FOI Coordinator | Sydney

The Role

The ABC receives FOI requests seeking access to documents that may be held by the ABC. The FOI Coordinator reports to the Senior FOI Officer and provides high-level support in a tight knit team.

Tasks include end-to-end file management, assisting with legal research, regulatory reporting requirements, redacting and organising documents, drafting and proofreading correspondence, maintaining stakeholder relationships, and ad hoc tasks.

The Job

• Create, organise and maintain files in accordance with file management procedure, including use of electronic filing systems and Microsoft Office tools.
• Under the guidance of the relevant FOI Officer, review, file and organise various documents. Redact exempt documents as directed.
• Draft clear, accurate correspondence under direction and liaise with internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain a database of incoming FOI requests, diarise and monitor deadlines.
• Provide all necessary administrative support including diary and meeting management, processing invoices, tracking expenditure, creating reports or briefs, and ad hoc duties.

Position Description: 50071131 FOI COORDINATOR.pdf

About You

• Strong organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to effectively plan, prioritise and manage multiple tasks and competing deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Well-developed research and written communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear, accurate and professional correspondence, reports and other documentation.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders while handling sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Proven ability to manage and maintain large volumes of information, applying established processes and ensuring accuracy and consistency.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to exercise sound judgement and make accurate, detail-focused decisions within established guidelines.

What we can offer you:

• 15.4% ABC Nominated Super.
• Paid parental, carer's and supporting partner leave.
• Salary packaging.
• ABC Mentoring.

About the ABC

The ABC is the nation's most trusted and independent source of Australian conversations, culture, and stories. With over 4,500 employees from diverse backgrounds across over 60 locations around Australia and overseas, we are proud to create, curate and deliver high-quality content that informs, educates and entertains Australian communities.

The ABC Head Office based in Ultimo in Sydney is a great place to work and feel a part of a team. Centrally located in the city, close to public transport, there is a café onsite for employees to enjoy and the nearby aquatic centre and gym offer great rates for employees.

More info:

In line with our focus on diversity and inclusion, applications are strongly encouraged from Indigenous Australians, people from a range of cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability and LGBTQIA+ individuals. The ABC also aims to achieve a gender-balanced workforce.

To request recruitment and selection information in alternate formats, request adjustments, or if you have accessibility requirements please contact [email protected]

If you want to know more, please contact Brett Whyte, Recruitment and Project Specialist, via [email protected]

For more information on working at the ABC visit abc.net.au/careers

We respectfully request that Recruitment Agencies do not submit applications for this position.

We are unable to accept email applications. Please ensure that you submit your application via the online portal.

Applications Close: 11:55pm, 19 August 2026.