Director - Information & Digital Services

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Department: Independent Broad-based Anti-corruption Commission
Work Type: Fixed term - full time
Job Function: IT and Telecommunications
Classification: SES1
Work Location: Melbourne - CBD
Reference: VDT90_1761884335
Closing Date: 31-Oct-2026
Salary Range: $232,790 - $298,488
Job Duration: N/A
Attachments: No File Attached
Contact: Anna Higgs
anna.higgs@ibac.vic.gov.au

Position Details

Applications close 11:59pm, Sunday 16 November 2025.

  • SES1 fixed term position to 3 July 2027
  • Melbourne CBD with hybrid/flexible working arrangements

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 - Information & Digital Services (IDS) provides strategic leadership across IBAC's digital and information systems, ensuring IBAC remains agile, modern, and well-connected.

The role oversees the implementation of IBAC's Digital Strategy, and leads the IDS group encompassing Service Delivery, Information Services, and Digital Services and cybersecurity.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Lead the strategic direction and priorities for the Information & Digital Services group
  • Oversee delivery of IBAC's Digital Strategy and associated projects
  • Provide expert, authoritative advice on technology, risk, and digital transformation to the Executive and key stakeholders across IBAC
  • Build capability and engagement, and foster a collaborative, high-performing team culture
  • Lead technology procurement and vendor relationships

Additional duties are set out in the position description. To view this, please visit the IBAC Careers webpage and click on the appropriate vacancy.

This is a fixed term position to 3 July 2027.

About you

You are an experienced digital leader who is collaborative, outcomes-focused, and skilled at leading change in complex environments.

To be successful, you will have:

  • Senior leadership experience in information and digital services, preferably in a public sector setting
  • Tertiary qualifications in information technology or a related field, or significant professional expertise in the information & digital services field.
  • Strong expertise in ICT strategy, data management, and cyber security
  • Demonstrated ability to manage vendors, budgets and large-scale projects
  • 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 16 November 2025.

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.


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