Fraud Investigator, Governance, Performance and Audit Branch

Location: Canberra

Application Closing Date: Sunday 16 November at 11:30pm AEDT

Classification

Executive Level 1 ($126,342 - $143,993)

Employment Type

Ongoing & Non-ongoing (for a period of up to 24 months)

This role is being advertised as both ongoing and non-ongoing, with the employment type to be determined in negotiation with the preferred candidate and the PM&C delegate.

Where a non-ongoing specified term is offered, this would be for a maximum period of two (2) years. If the initial contract is for less than 2 years, it may be extended or renewed once, up to the 2 year limit.

A non-ongoing offer may result in conversion to an ongoing offer of employment, however this must occur within 18 months from the opening date of this advertisement.

Flexible Work

At PM&C we recognise the broad benefits of offering flexibility in how, when and where work is performed. We consider flexibility first from a starting position of 'how can we make this work?' and consider individual circumstances and operational requirements in making genuine attempts to establish mutually beneficial arrangements. Please reach out to the contact officer if you would like to explore what flexibility might look like for you, such as part time work, variable start and finish times or working from home.

Who we are

PM&C is seeking a motivated professional to join the Governance, Performance and Audit Branch as a Fraud Investigator. The branch plays a key role in building and sustaining the department's culture of integrity, transparency and professionalism.

The branch manages investigations into allegations of suspected fraud and corruption, as well as being responsible for the creation and implementation of fraud and corruption related policies and procedures. The branch is also responsible for education and awareness around fraud and corruption prevention, detection and response.

What you will do

As a Fraud and Corruption Investigator you will:

• Plan and undertake complex and sensitive fraud and corruption investigations arising from allegations involving employees and contractors of the department.
• Providing advice on matters specific to fraud and corruption across the department
• Conduct investigations in accordance with relevant legislative and procedural requirements
• Work both independently and collaboratively and represent the interests of the department in a professional manner
• Communicate confidently with internal and external parties to obtain and exchange information during an investigation
• Contribute to the development of staff capability through training and mentoring
• Prepare reports and briefs for various stakeholders, including senior management
• Developing internal fraud and corruption frameworks and procedures, and ensuring they remain current and compliant with any changes to external frameworks and legislation
• Designing and undertaking fraud and corruption education and awareness raising activities for the department
• At all times demonstrate the highest standards of ethical behaviour and integrity.

What you will bring

Our ideal candidate will have:

• Experience in conducting investigations, either in a law enforcement or government environment
• Well-developed understanding of internal fraud with demonstrated knowledge of addressing corruption risks
• Adheres to documented procedures, including the rules of evidence, legislation and policies relevant to fraud/corruption and criminal conduct, including the AGIS requirements
• Experience with, (or the ability to apply their experience), to liaising with the Australian Federal Police (AFP), the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) and the Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions (CDPP)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including writing correspondence, reports, policies, and procedures
• Demonstrated strong analytical and research skills, including the ability to synthesise and analyse information, and make decisions
• Excellent negotiation and liaison skills and a demonstrated commitment to maintaining effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Sound capability to consistently deliver a high standard of accuracy and attention to detail.

The successful candidate must hold:

• Qualifications consistent with the Commonwealth Fraud and Corruption Control Framework 2024 and Australian Government Investigations Standards 2022 (AGIS). This includes the Certificate IV in Government (Investigations), or equivalent
• Negative Vetting Level 1 security clearance

Eligibility

• Under section 22(8) of the Public Service Act 1999, employees must be Australian citizens to be employed in the APS unless the Agency Head has agreed otherwise, in writing. At PM&C to be eligible for this position you should be an Australian Citizen by the completion of the recruitment process, except under exceptional circumstances.
• The successful candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance, or hold a current security clearance of an appropriate level.
• The successful candidate will be assessed through our pre-employment screening checks, such as an Australian Criminal History Check, and will normally be subject to a six-month probation period if new to the APS or has not yet completed their probation period elsewhere in the APS.

Security Clearance Required

Negative Vetting Level 1 (Secret)

How to apply

Submit an online application through the PM&C Current Opportunities by 11:30pm AEDT on Sunday, 16 November.

As part of your application you will need to provide:

• Your resume (maximum three pages)
• A 'one page pitch (no more than 650 words)' telling us how your skills, knowledge, experience and qualifications make you the best person for the job and to perform at the relevant classification level.

You are encouraged to refer to the Candidate Pack and the relevant classification level of the PM&C Performance Model to assist you in drafting your one page pitch.

You may also refer to the APSC resource Cracking the Code for further guidance and assistance on applying for jobs in the Australian Public Service.

Contact Officer

Tara Rutter on or

Please Note – This is an unclassified web based recruitment system so your application must not contain any classified or sensitive information. This includes in your one page pitch and resume.