As Chief Information, Data and Digital Officer, you’ll lead ACCC’s data, digital and technology strategy. Your daily work will span enterprise IT governance, data strategy, digital platform stewardship, and security, ensuring ethical, outcome-focused solutions that support enforcement, market oversight and public trust. You’ll work closely with the Commission, CEO and senior leaders to align digital initiatives with strategic plans, allocate resources, and drive cross‑agency collaboration.
Role Specifications
| Job Title | Chief Information, Data and Digital Officer |
|---|---|
| Vacancy Number | VN-0768369 |
| Position Number | EA2026/81 |
| Classification | Senior Executive Service Band 2 |
| Salary | Total reward (including superannuation) from $363,170 |
| Job Type | Full-Time; Part-Time, Ongoing; Non-Ongoing |
| Primary Locations | Perth WA, Darwin NT, Brisbane QLD, Adelaide SA, Townsville QLD, Sydney NSW, Canberra ACT, Melbourne VIC, Hobart TAS |
| Future Merit Locations | Various locations – ACT, NSW, VIC, WA, QLD, TAS, NT, SA |
| Office Arrangement | Hybrid |
| Office Arrangement Details | Candidates will be required to work 3 days a week onsite |
| Closing Date | Sunday 19 April 2026 |
| Agency Website | https://www.accc.gov.au/ |
The Narrative
At the ACCC, we value smart, dedicated people who bring their whole selves to work. We’re in the business of meaningful impact—driving fair trading and healthy competition for all Australians. Our culture is built on care, support and inclusion, with a strong focus on connection, collaboration and shared growth. We encourage autonomy, flexibility and courage, and we celebrate the diversity of backgrounds that strengthen our team.
If you want to lead transformative digital and data initiatives in a fast-moving environment and help set the strategic direction for Australia’s competition and consumer landscape, this is the place for you. We’re looking for a leader who can align technology with policy, steer complex programmes, and build trust across the organisation and with the public.
Duties (What You Will Do)
| Key Responsibilities | Specific Tasks |
|---|---|
| Strategic leadership | Oversee enterprise data, digital and ICT strategy; integrate platforms; align with strategic planning; secure sustainable resources. |
| Digital platform governance | Ensure platforms are secure, ethical, interoperable and outcome-focused; drive data governance and analytics maturity. |
| Enforcement and market intelligence support | Provide analytical capability to support high-impact decisions and proactive market insights. |
| Stakeholder collaboration | Work with Commission, CEO and senior leaders to embed digital initiatives across the organisation. |
| People and resources | Lead and develop senior teams, allocate budgets, and foster cross‑agency collaboration. |
| Public trust and ethics | Champion ethical data use, privacy considerations and responsible innovation. |
About You (Eligibility)
- Extensive leadership experience in information, data and digital management within a complex public sector or regulatory environment.
- Proven ability to translate strategy into actionable programmes across data governance, analytics, ICT and digital platforms.
- Strong stakeholder management and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
- Strategic thinking, political acumen and sound judgement under pressure.
- Technical proficiencies relevant to enterprise data, cloud platforms, cybersecurity, and digital transformation initiatives.
- Soft skills: inclusive leadership, clear communication, adaptability, and a bias for customer-centred decision making.
- Eligibility: Australian Public Service (APS) rules apply; successful applicants will be employed under the Public Service Act 1999 or equivalent.
- Important information for applicants: jobs in australia for foreigners is considered in the context of visa and residency requirements; applicants should ensure they have the right to work in Australia or the appropriate visa status as required by the APS. If you’re unsure, please check the official APS guidance or contact the Agency Recruitment Site for clarification.
Important Information for Applicants
RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. If you choose to apply under the scheme, you may be invited to participate in further assessment activity after declaring a disability and meeting the minimum requirements. For more information visit the APS RecruitAbility page.
Additional Information
Diversity & Inclusion: The ACCC fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourages applicants from all backgrounds, including First Nations peoples and people with disabilities.
RecruitAbility: See above notes. Future Merit Pools: Successful applicants may be considered for similar vacancies across the APS.
How to Apply
| How to Apply |
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| Contact Officer: Sarah Proudfoot, [email protected] |
| Candidate Kit: Candidate Kit |
| Application Portal: ACCC Careers Page |