FOIA Repository Manager
Multiplier
AWSCloudLinux
Information Governance Officer
East West Railway Company
full-time
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Origin: • 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
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Mid-LevelSenior
About the role
- Lead on the day-to-day caseload of information requests received under the Freedom of Information Act and Environmental Information Regulations, in compliance with statutory timeframes
- Assist in the recording and housekeeping of all correspondence, including FOI requests logged on the Salesforce CRM system
- Provide support in updating and maintaining EWR Co’s Publication Scheme
- Clarify, analyse and interpret information requests and correspondence enquiries; draft responses as necessary
- Work closely with the Correspondence Manager to seek reviews and approvals for drafts
- Provide specialist advice to colleagues dealing with requests under FOIA and EIR, including exemption and exception advice
- Assist with preparation of information for release under access to information legislation, ensuring accurate and good quality information
- Keep abreast of developments in information access; receive training and disseminate information
- Work with correspondence executives to maintain a list of subject matter experts and store information for regular requests
- Support the Head of External Engagement and act as a trusted advisor and critical friend to the EWR Co Board, Management Team and business
- Demonstrate a cost-conscious mindset and a commitment to innovation
- Act as a role model for EWR Co’s vision and behaviours and adhere to Health and Safety principles
Requirements
- Extensive experience in handling and responding to requests under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)
- Theoretical and practical understanding of the Freedom of Information Act and the Environmental Information Regulations
- Proven ability to redact documents and prepare disclosure schedules for proposed disclosures
- Excellent analytical skills, including understanding of modelling and forecasting
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to distil complex technical material
- Ability to manage and prioritise work in response to competing demands
- Able to foster positive relationships with colleagues across the organisation
- Able to work unsupervised and as a team player; use initiative
- Discreet and able to maintain confidentiality
- A relevant qualification in Information or Records Management at degree level or equivalent professional experience
