Department of Communities and Justice
Reference number
Occupation
Corruption Prevention
Work type
Location
Sydney - Greater West
Salary Information
Closing date
05 March 2026 at 11:59pm
Manager Fraud and Corruption Control
Location – Parramatta
Employment type – Temporary up to 3rd July 2026 with possibility of extension
Salary – Clerk Grade 11/12 ($149,739 - $173,174 pa), plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
Your role
We are strengthening our focus on fraud risk through the creation of this new role. As a manager you will be leading a specialist team which is responsible for supporting the business areas to identify, prevent, detect and manage fraud and corruption risks at DCJ. You will be instrumental in fostering the fraud and corruption compliance across DCJ and play a critical role in promoting a strong risk management culture across the organisation.
This key leadership role involves mentoring the team as well as providing expert guidance on fraud and corruption compliance to senior stakeholders across the organisation.
What you'll do
In this role you will be responsible for enhancing the fraud and corruption compliance in accordance with the relevant legislation, policies and standards to meet organisational objectives and community expectations.
You will develop, implement, monitor, evaluate a fit-for-purpose fraud and corruption control system, including framework, policy, procedure, and fraud control plan.
You are self-motivated, pride on continuous improvements, and committed to achieving high quality outcomes in a collaborative environment. You act with a strong customer focus, and support an outcome focussed team culture in particular by acting with integrity and implementing innovative practices to drive proactive compliance.
What we're looking for
We are looking for someone with demonstrated ability to
* drive proactive compliance culture and maintain a positive attitude
* solve problems, navigate complex challenges and adapt to evolving situations
* thrive in a fast-paced and challenging environment
* analyse and interpret information/data for compliance to identify patterns, recommend actions and next steps
* work as a part of team - does not mind getting their hands on when needed whilst leading the team as well.
Diploma / academic qualification in Fraud and corruption compliance is preferred but not necessary.
We focus on hiring people who share our commitment and goals of inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, courage and integrity. If you meet the essential requirements and the role resonates with you, please apply – you do not need to meet every desired requirement for us to want to talk to you.
What We Offer
We offer a variety of benefits, including:
* A challenging and rewarding career
* Flexible, autonomous work environment
* Competitive pay and conditions
* Training and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilities
* Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs.
Want more information? Visit our website to see more information on Working for us.
We do work that really matters
Working for the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) provides lots of opportunities to make a real difference. We collaborate with other agencies and community partners, to improve lives and realise the potential of children, adults, families and communities. We're focused on breaking, rather than managing, disadvantage. It's work that really matters.
Apply now and join Australia's top public sector employer where we will support you and provide an exciting and flexible working environment
Are you ready to join us?
Click apply, attach an up-to-date résumé (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 3 pages) addressing the 2 targeted questions below with a brief outline on how you meet the requirements of the role:
Targeted Question 1: What strategies have you used to strengthen an organisation's culture around integrity, transparency and ethical conduct?
Targeted Question 2: How have you used data, analytics, or trend monitoring to detect emerging fraud or corruption risks?
Applications close Thursday, 5th March 2026 at 11:59pm AEST
Got a question?
For more information about the role or what it's like to work for DCJ, please contact the hiring manager Lakshmi Satyanarayana at or on
If you've got a question about applying or would benefit from an adjustment in the recruitment process to help you perform at your best (including an alternate method submission of the application), please call Sarah Nguyen on or via
Visit Recruitment adjustments on the DCJ website to learn more.
Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit
We continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience and backgrounds. This includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers and other diversity groups.
To find out what DCJ are doing to build an inclusive and diverse workforce, visit Inclusion and diversity on the DCJ website.
Other Information
A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.
For more information visit Your recruitment journey on the DCJ website.
Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.
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