Permanent, Full Time Band 7, $109,139.16 plus superannuation Convenient Preston location, close to public transport As the FOI and Integrity Officer, you will lead Freedom of Information processes, act as Public Interest Disclosures Coordinator, and drive fraud prevention and integrity initiatives at Council. Permanent, full time $109,139 plus super Convenient Preston/Northcote location, close to public transport Be part of Council’s skilled Audit and Risk team Contribute to better outcomes for Council and the Community by driving transparency and integrity initiatives across the organisation At Darebin, diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the core of how we work. Our commitment to these values is unwavering, they are central to our mission, to our impact and to help us better serve our community. We know that having varied perspectives and lived experiences helps generate better ideas to enable a diverse, inclusive and connected community. Darebin encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of colour. We value people of all abilities and diversity of culture, faith, gender identity and sexual orientation. We welcome unique contributions and perspectives of all people to ensure our workforce is representative of the communities we work with and live in. About Darebin City Council Located in Melbourne’s northern suburbs, Darebin City Council is home to one of the largest, most diverse communities in terms of culture, language, religion, socio-economic background, occupation, and housing needs. The city has one of the largest populations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents in metropolitan Melbourne. Our Vision is for a community that works together to advance community life. About the Role Bring your passion for integrity to a diverse and impactful role. Reporting to the Coordinator Audit and Risk, and working within a close-knit team of five, you’ll play a vital role in strengthening Council’s culture of transparency and accountability. The FOI and Integrity Officer will: Coordinate and administer the FOI responsibilities of Council Act as the organisation’s PID Coordinator, responsible for receiving, reporting and investigating complaints relating to fraud and corruption. Maintain the Fraud and Corruption Control policy, framework, training and identification workshops in accordance with AS8001: 2021 Conducting investigations into claims, complaints, or allegations of misconduct, providing advice and comprehensive reports Identify and report on changes to the external statutory, commercial and regulatory environment that are significant to Council’s integrity landscape Skills & Experience Experience managing Freedom of Information and Public Interest Disclosures, along with fraud prevention, detection and investigation activities Relevant qualifications in fields such as investigations, business or commerce highly regarded Culture As a progressive leader in Local Government, Darebin City Council is passionate about social inclusion, sustainability, engagement and service excellence. We are proud of the diversity of our workforce and recognise the strength this provides in meeting the needs of the community we serve. We are committed to upholding a positive and supportive work environment that values the contribution of all employees and treats all employees with dignity and respect. Benefits We offer a range of benefits to our employees including opportunities for personal and professional development, flexible work practices, Employee Assistance Program, recognition and reward program - Appreciate Great and a variety of generous paid and unpaid leave options. How to Apply If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please submit your application including a resume, and those who wish to address the Key Selection Criteria in the Position Description may do so in their cover letter. Shortlisted applicants will be required to undergo a national police check and to have or obtain a working with children check. We’re also happy to adjust our recruitment process to support your accessibility needs. Contact Jared Lingard on 03 8470 8684 for a confidential discussion. Applications close on Monday 6th October at 11.30pm. Darebin is committed to providing a safe working environment that embraces and values child safety, and thorough ‘Safety Screening’ processes apply. To work at Darebin City Council, you will be required to supply proof of work rights, a Victorian Employee Working with Children Check and comply with Child Safety standards. All employees are required to undertake an Australian Criminal History Check and may be required to complete a Functional Health Assessment. Council requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as outlined in the Staff Covid-19 Vaccination Policy. Position Description Opens in new window
