Manager, Integrity Unit

The Department of Health plays a critical role in the Victorian health system and is responsible for shaping it to meet the health needs of all Victorians. We’re focused on supporting Victorians to be as healthy as they can; whether through alerting them to seasonal risks like thunderstorm asthma, notifying them of contact with communicable diseases, safeguarding their drinking water, developing the best health, wellbeing and care facilities in the world, being at the forefront of mental health and wellbeing treatment or accelerating medical research. It’s all part of the way we partner with the community to help every individual lead a healthy life.

About the role:

The position will lead and oversee investigations into integrity breaches, including but not limited to: the unauthorised release of confidential department information; conflicts of interest; fraud and corruption; integrity incidents in community service organisations or health services; incidents that may inform subsequent misconduct proceedings; and incidents involving potential notification to external investigative agencies such as Victoria Police and the Independent Broad-based Anti-corruption Commission (IBAC).

They will lead the team to improve fraud and corruption prevention practices, provide integrity related advisory support and cyber forensic services to the department and provide high level integrity guidance to the broader health sector. They will also assist in responding to integrity and external investigative agencies on a range of matters and work with Legal to provide internal legal advice in respect of these matters.

About us:

At the Victorian Department of Health we want a future where Victorians are the healthiest people in the world. A Victoria where our children and people thrive, our workplaces are productive and safe, and our communities are more connected.

We see it as our job to support Victorians to stay healthy and safe. And to deliver a world-class healthcare system that ensures every single Victorian can access safe, quality care that leads to better health outcomes for all.

About you:

We are looking for someone who can:

• Lead and oversee integrity investigations, ensuring investigations are well planned, documented, evidenced and comply with relevant policies and integrity legislation.
• Identify and address systemic issues or compliance gaps that require amelioration through improved fraud and corruption prevention practices.
• Provide timely, high quality and accurate advice and information with a high degree of sensitivity, in both verbal and written form with a high level of knowledge, expertise and risk analysis; preparing all necessary documentation, conducting investigation and review interviews, gathering evidence and writing reports.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with key stakeholders and senior staff and develop innovative strategies and methods which assist the department to deliver on key policies and initiatives.
• Able to lead and work collaboratively in a teamwork environment and accountable for the Integrity unit and Integrity framework.

The successful candidate may hold (or be eligible to hold) a current practising certificate under the Legal Profession Uniform Law or a Certificate IV or above in Government Investigations.

A strong background in integrity, prevention and detection and the provision of legal and/or policy advice to government would be expected.

What we offer:

• The opportunity to perform meaningful work, making direct contributions toward enabling Victorians to be the healthiest people in the world.
• A wide range of growth and development opportunities within the department and wider Victorian Public Service & Sector.
• A strong commitment to work-life balance, including a diverse array of flexible working arrangements.

How to apply:

Applications should include a resume and a cover letter. Click the ‘Apply' button to view further information about the role including key contact details and the advertisement closing date.

We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that iswell equipped and highly motivated to provide responsive and quality services to all Victorians. We continue to build an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity of backgrounds and differences to realise the potential of our employees for innovation and delivering services aimed at enhancing the lives of all Victorians. All roles can be worked flexibly and we encourage applications from Aboriginal people, people with disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Please contact us if you require any adjustments to participate in the recruitment process at inclusion@health.vic.gov.au. For more information on our commitment to inclusion and diversity see inclusion and diversity at the Department of Health.

Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and other pre-employment checks. Information provided will be treated in the strictest confidence in line with our Privacy Policy. If you have any queries in relation to the application or recruitment processes, please email talentacquisition@health.vic.gov.au.

Applications close Wednesday 7 May 2025 at 11.59PM