Manager Engagement and Intervention

Department of Justice; Perth; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Competitive salary and employment条件

Generous leave entitlements

Professional development and career成长

Supportive and collaborative working环境

CBD offices above Perth Underground

Job summary

Department of Justice in Perth seeks a values-driven leader to build integrity capability, promote ethical conduct and drive accountable, high‑performing workplaces. The role leads a comprehensive program across the department, partnering with entities to embed an integrity framework and risk‑based controls.

You will guide policy development, education and interventions, and oversee external providers to achieve strong governance outcomes.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in integrity, corruption prevention and risk management.
• Experience leading integrity/education or organisational improvement programs.
• Experience developing policies, procedures, guidance materials that strengthen accountability.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, monitor and continually improve integrity programs to promote ethical conduct and accountability.
• Analyse integrity risks, workforce trends and information to inform prevention and intervention strategies.
• Develop and review policies, procedures, resources and guidance for compliance with standards.
• Provide specialist advice and engage external providers to support program delivery and outcomes.

Skills

Integrity governance

Risk management

Leadership

Policy development

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

About the role

This is a permanent, full-time vacancy. We are seeking an experienced and values-driven leader who is enthusiastic about building integrity capability and fostering ethical, accountable, and high-performing workplaces.

The People, Culture and Standards Division works in partnership with all entities within the Department and beyond to instil a values-based culture. It is the custodian of the Department’s integrity framework which provides an integrated governance approach to protect the Department’s integrity, expose and prevent misconduct, corruption, fraud and theft. This is achieved through a robust audit program, by driving intelligence, developing strategic risk mitigation plans and by implementing best practice controls. The Management Engagement and Intervention Directorate (MEI) promotes integrity and accountability at all levels across the workforce and is responsible for the delivery of corruption prevention initiatives which include employment screening, education and training, management of the Department’s conflict of interest and gift registers, interventions with staff when behaviour concerns present and delivering staff alcohol and drug testing functions. The Manager Engagement and Intervention supports the Assistant Director Management Engagement and Intervention in leading a comprehensive program of integrity, corruption prevention, education and intervention initiatives across the Department. The position is responsible for the design, implementation, monitoring and continuous improvement of programs that promote ethical conduct, accountability and integrity across the workforce. The position analyses integrity risks, workforce trends and other relevant information to inform evidence-based prevention and intervention strategies. The role leads the development and review of policies, procedures, educational resources and guidance materials to support compliance with legislative requirements, public sector standards and departmental priorities. As a subject matter expert, the position provides specialist advice to stakeholders, contributes to governance and reporting requirements, and oversees the engagement of external providers to support program delivery and achievement of business outcomes. The successful applicant will possess a strong understanding of contemporary integrity systems and corruption prevention approaches, including ethical leadership, behavioural insights, integrity-by-design principles, organisational learning, speak-up cultures, and proactive risk management.

Suitability Requirements

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in integrity, corruption prevention and risk management, including the ability to analyse trends, intelligence and risk information to develop evidence-based prevention and intervention strategies.
• Demonstrated experience leading and delivering integrity, education, prevention or organisational improvement programs, including planning, implementation, evaluation and continuous improvement.
• Demonstrated experience developing and delivering policies, procedures, guidance materials, training or educational initiatives that strengthen accountability, ethical decision-making and organisational capability.
• Demonstrated ability to build productive stakeholder relationships, provide specialist advice and influence outcomes in a large and complex organisational environment.

Benefits and opportunities

• Flexible working arrangements.
• Competitive salary and employment conditions.
• Generous leave entitlements.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Convenient CBD offices located above Perth Underground Station.
• Health and wellbeing programs including Fitness passport providing a wide range of gym, pool, and fitness Centre discounts available for employees and their families.

Check out the attached Applicant Information Pack to find out other benefits of working for Justice.

Subsequent Vacancies

Applicants found suitable but not recommended for this vacancy, may be considered for subsequent similar vacancies for a period of twelve (12) months, in accordance with section 7d of the Commissioner’s Instructions No.48 – Recruitment, Selection and Appointment to Permanent Vacancies, and section 9d of the Commissioner Instructions 49 - Recruitment, Selection and Appointment to Fixed Term Vacancies . Permanent, fixed term, full time and part time appointments may be offered in the Perth Metropolitan area during this period.

If you would like further information regarding the vacancy, please contact Darren Akerman, Assistant Director, on 0457 833 329 for a confidential discussion.

Equity and Diversity

The Department of Justice is committed to building a diverse, inclusive and accessible workplace that reflects the community we serve. We strongly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process. For a confidential discussion about support or adjustments, please contact the person listed above or email [e-mail] .

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