The National Anti-Corruption Commission
The National Anti-Corruption Commission enhances integrity in the Commonwealth public sector by deterring, detecting and preventing corrupt conduct involving Commonwealth public officials. It does this through education, monitoring, investigation, reporting and referral.
Working with us
This is an exciting time to join the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC). In its establishment phase, we are looking for outstanding individuals to embed robust systems and processes, deliver exciting and diverse projects and demonstrate innovation and commitment to integrity in the public service.
NACC staff work in a complex and dynamic setting where exceptional judgement and an ability to achieve results is critical.
Successful candidates will have the ability to cooperate, manage, lead and perform successfully across corporate and operational functions.
About this opportunity
The NACC has a Senior Investigator position available for immediate filling in Canberra. A merit list will be established to fill vacancies arising in the next 18 months.
We currently have offices in Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne and Sydney, and are in the process of securing an office in Perth.
About the role
Reporting to the Director Operations and under broad guidance, the Senior Investigator is responsible for the conduct of complex investigations into allegations of corrupt conduct, using the full range of investigative methodologies, including coercive powers available under the National Anti-Corruption Commission Act 2022 (Cth) (NACC Act).
The Senior Investigator is responsible for the following:
• Leading and/or participating in the conduct of more complex investigations into allegations of corrupt conduct and the gathering and preparation of briefs of evidence.
• During the conduct of complex investigations, undertaking all relevant activities, including conducting interviews, taking statements, preparing applications for the use of particular powers, such as Surveillance Device Warrants and Telecommunications Interception and Stored Communications Warrants, executing search warrants, preparing affidavits, briefs of evidence, and, when required, giving evidence in court.
Key activities
• Provide management and leadership support including workgroup management, allocation of work, administrative approvals, and developing, coaching and mentoring staff. This will likely include direct line management of APS 6 investigators.
• Lead the planning and ongoing management of investigations to ensure robust and timely outcomes.
• Facilitate effective working relationships within a multidisciplinary team environment, comprising investigators, intelligence analysts, lawyers, and other specialists.
• Undertake and/or assist in the preparation of investigative reports specific to the requirements of the NACC Act, including reports communicating the outcomes of NACC investigations.
• Provide advice to the Commissioner and senior executives of the NACC in relation to the carriage of complex investigations.
• Ensure effective working relationships and governance of investigations being jointly undertaken with partner agencies.
• Represent the interests of the NACC and helping manage the NACC's relationships with relevant stakeholders including other Australian Government agencies, State and Territory representatives and the private sector as necessary.
• Undertake and participate in continuous improvement activities relating to the investigative function within the NACC, including; developing, reviewing, evaluating and implementing relevant policies, procedures, processes, tools and best practices.
• Lead and exemplify a healthy and safe working environment, modelling and promoting ethical behaviour and practices consistent with the APS Code of Conduct.
Eligibility (Prescribed Qualifications)/Other Requirements: Demonstrated experience in a similar roleDiploma in Government Investigations (or the ability to obtain within 12 months of commencement). Due to the nature of the role, you may at times be exposed to objectionable/undesirable material, either directly or indirectly and must be aware of this possibility. Classification: Executive Level 1Location: CanberraSalary: $114,209 - $138,791 plus service allowance The National Anti-Corruption Commission
The National Anti-Corruption Commission enhances integrity in the Commonwealth public sector by deterring, detecting and preventing corrupt conduct involving Commonwealth public officials. It does this through education, monitoring, investigation, reporting and referral.
Working with us
This is an exciting time to join the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC). In its establishment phase, we are looking for outstanding individuals to embed robust systems and processes, deliver exciting and diverse projects and demonstrate innovation and commitment to integrity in the public service.
NACC staff work in a complex and dynamic setting where exceptional judgement and an ability to achieve results is critical.
Successful candidates will have the ability to cooperate, manage, lead and perform successfully across corporate and operational functions.
About this opportunity
The NACC has a Senior Investigator position available for immediate filling in Canberra. A merit list will be established to fill vacancies arising in the next 18 months.
We currently have offices in Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne and Sydney, and are in the process of securing an office in Perth.
About the role
Reporting to the Director Operations and under broad guidance, the Senior Investigator is responsible for the conduct of complex investigations into allegations of corrupt conduct, using the full range of investigative methodologies, including coercive powers available under the National Anti-Corruption Commission Act 2022 (Cth) (NACC Act).
The Senior Investigator is responsible for the following:
• Leading and/or participating in the conduct of more complex investigations into allegations of corrupt conduct and the gathering and preparation of briefs of evidence.
• During the conduct of complex investigations, undertaking all relevant activities, including conducting interviews, taking statements, preparing applications for the use of particular powers, such as Surveillance Device Warrants and Telecommunications Interception and Stored Communications Warrants, executing search warrants, preparing affidavits, briefs of evidence, and, when required, giving evidence in court.
Key activities
• Provide management and leadership support including workgroup management, allocation of work, administrative approvals, and developing, coaching and mentoring staff. This will likely include direct line management of APS 6 investigators.
• Lead the planning and ongoing management of investigations to ensure robust and timely outcomes.
• Facilitate effective working relationships within a multidisciplinary team environment, comprising investigators, intelligence analysts, lawyers, and other specialists.
• Undertake and/or assist in the preparation of investigative reports specific to the requirements of the NACC Act, including reports communicating the outcomes of NACC investigations.
• Provide advice to the Commissioner and senior executives of the NACC in relation to the carriage of complex investigations.
• Ensure effective working relationships and governance of investigations being jointly undertaken with partner agencies.
• Represent the interests of the NACC and helping manage the NACC's relationships with relevant stakeholders including other Australian Government agencies, State and Territory representatives and the private sector as necessary.
• Undertake and participate in continuous improvement activities relating to the investigative function within the NACC, including; developing, reviewing, evaluating and implementing relevant policies, procedures, processes, tools and best practices.
• Lead and exemplify a healthy and safe working environment, modelling and promoting ethical behaviour and practices consistent with the APS Code of Conduct.
Eligibility (Prescribed Qualifications)/Other Requirements: Demonstrated experience in a similar roleDiploma in Government Investigations (or the ability to obtain within 12 months of commencement). Due to the nature of the role, you may at times be exposed to objectionable/undesirable material, either directly or indirectly and must be aware of this possibility. Eligibility
Employment with the NACC is subject to the following conditions:
Citizenship – applicants must be an Australian Citizen. Security clearance – this is a Designated Security Assessment Position. The occupant of this position will be required to undergo and maintain a security clearance to Negative Vetting 1. Suitability assessment - the NACC must be satisfied that successful applicants are of suitable character. They must undergo a rigorous pre-employment suitability screening process that can be intrusive in nature including (but is not limited to) detailed background, character, employment, police and financial checks. Probation - a probation period will apply to a new ongoing engagement in the Australian Public Service.
We encourage applications from the Australian community including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of all ages, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with disability.
Contacts
The key duties of this position and capabilities required are listed in the Information Pack below. If after viewing this information you have questions, please contact Jack Raitt on 0459 908 712.
For assistance with the online application system, please email ****** .
Applications Close
Sunday 21 April 2023 at 11:30pm (AEST).
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