General information

Vacancy details

Job Title

Information Officer

Vacancy location

Location

NORTHERN IRELAND, Belfast, Danesfort

Candidate criteria

Shortlisting Criteria

Essential Criteria
It is essential that the successful candidate meets the following requirements:
• A recognised qualification in a relevant discipline (e.g. law, business, environmental studies,
or a related field), or a minimum of 3 years' relevant professional experience.
• A minimum of three years' relevant experience controlling statutory information requests,
such as Environmental Information Regulations (EIR), Freedom of Information (FOI), or
Subject Access Requests under data protection legislation.
• Proven track record of managing complex information requests to deadlines, including
engaging with multiple stakeholders to source and collate required information.
• Experience in identifying sensitive, commercially confidential, or legally privileged data to
correctly apply statutory exemptions, ensuring appropriate controls are applied.
• Strong knowledge of access to information legislation, particularly Environmental Information
Regulations, and its practical application within an organisational setting.
• Experience in the production and application of organisational policies, procedures, and
legislative frameworks to support information disclosure and decision-making.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and experience with information or records
management systems.
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle suitable for business travel.

Personal Competencies

Personal Effectiveness

Employment Details

Contract Hours

37.00

Attachments

Attachment

Information Officer Role Specification.pdf (663 Kb)