Applications close 11:59pm, Sunday 15 February 2026. Full time, fixed term 5-year appointment Melbourne CBD with hybrid/flexible working arrangements SES-1 - Total Remuneration Package $232,790 - $298,488 IBAC is Victoria's independent anti-corruption agency responsible for preventing and exposing public sector corruption and police misconduct. It does this by investigating serious corruption and police misconduct; and informing the public sector, police and the community about the risks and impacts of corruption and police misconduct, and ways in which it can be prevented. Its jurisdiction covers state and local government, police, parliament, and the judiciary. We Lead by example, Act Impartially, Work Together, Behave with Respect, Strive for Excellence. Your new role The Director - People, Culture & Capability (PC&C) provides strategic leadership across IBAC's people and culture functions including HR policies and systems, organisational development, recruitment, workforce planning and reporting, employee relations, performance management, learning and development, payroll, health & safety, diversity & inclusion, and culture. The role oversees the alignment of PC&C programs and activities to deliver objective four of the IBAC Strategy 2025-2028: fostering a culture of collaboration innovation and adaptability, where our people are valued and empowered to deliver IBAC's mission. Key responsibilities include: Leading the strategic direction and priorities for the PC&C group Providing expert, authoritative advice on a broad matter of complex human resources and industrial relations policies, procedures and issues, including payroll, and occupational health and safety matters, often of a sensitive and confidential nature Building capability and engagement within the PC&C team, and foster a collaborative, high-performing team culture Engaging in people and culture transformation initiatives, both within the PC&C team and the broader organisation Partnering with the executive to identify potential and emerging human resource management issues and developing appropriate responses Additional duties are set out in the position description. To view this, please visit the'IBAC Careers webpage'and click on the appropriate vacancy. About you You are an experienced leader who is collaborative, outcomes-focused, and skilled at leading change in complex environments. To be successful, you will have: Significant senior leadership experience in People & Culture functions, preferably in a public sector setting A relevant tertiary qualification (Human Resources, Employment Law etc.) is mandatory Strong expertise in employee/industrial relations, occupational health and safety, and organisational development Experience overseeing an in-house payroll function Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Due to the requirement to attain a Negative Vetting 1 security clearance candidates must be an Australian citizen at the time of application. For further information regarding security clearances, please visit the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency's website. Apply now All applications should include: a resume a cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising your skills and relevant experience responses to the administrative screening questions within the application process PDF documents are preferred. If you encounter technical issues when applying, please email pcchelp@ibac.vic.gov.au. For further information regarding the role, please contact Anna Higgs, Executive Director - Corporate Services: anna.higgs@ibac.vic.gov.au. Applications close 11:59pm, Sunday 15 February 2026. We are committed to bringing together people with differing perspectives, lived experiences and skills to make choices that reflect our integrity and community, and to creating an inclusive work environment for all. Visit: www.ibac.vic.gov.au for more information.
