The Witness Liaison Officer plays a critical role in supporting witnesses throughout the lifecycle of NACC processes. On a daily basis you’ll coordinate welfare, provide specialist input on policies and procedures, and work across the Commission to ensure a trauma-informed approach to witness wellbeing while supporting staff and operational activities.
Role Specifications
| Job Title | Witness Liaison Officer |
|---|---|
| Vacancy Number | VN-0768414 |
| Position Number | 019_03/26_PN1617 |
| Classification | Executive Level 1 |
| Salary | $122,580 – $148,963 per year |
| Job Type | Full-Time; Part-Time, Ongoing; Non-Ongoing |
| Primary Locations | Brisbane QLD, Canberra ACT, Melbourne VIC, Sydney NSW |
| Future Merit Locations | Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne, Sydney |
| Office Arrangement | Hybrid |
| Office Arrangement Details | Hybrid |
| Closing Date | Wednesday 15 April 2026 |
| Agency Website | https://nacc.gov.au/ |
About the Opportunity
The National Anti‑Corruption Commission (NACC) is seeking a dedicated professional to lead witness welfare and liaise across our teams. You’ll contribute to a culture that places integrity and wellbeing at the centre of our investigative work, ensuring witnesses receive timely, evidence-based support and information.
Working with a small, high‑performing team, you’ll influence policy, contribute to learning programs, and help embed best-practice, trauma‑informed approaches. Your role will span across hearings, records, and service processes, while building networks with external support services to keep witnesses safe and supported.
Duties (What You Will Do)
| Key Responsibilities | Specific Tasks |
|---|---|
| Witness welfare leadership | Provide high-level professional advice, leadership and coaching on witness wellbeing; support operational activities involving witnesses at coercive hearings, warrants, and related processes. |
| Policy and program input | Deliver specialist input to policies, procedures, resources and learning programs to ensure trauma‑informed approaches; assist in implementing the Witness Wellbeing Policy and Operating Procedures. |
| Risk management | Identify, assess and manage welfare risks to witnesses and others; oversee status of witnesses assessed as at risk; refer to external providers when clinical services are needed. |
| Interagency collaboration | Develop networks and referrals to external support services; participate in the Witness Welfare Community of Practice across partner agencies. |
| Operational support | Support attendance at hearings, service of documents, and other procedural processes; contribute to WHS initiatives and other projects. |
| Culture and capability | Support leadership in building positive culture and practices regarding witness wellbeing; provide learning and capability to staff across the Commission. |
| Flexibility | Undertake tasks outside the usual span when required to support agency objectives, contributing to a positive workplace culture. |
About You (Eligibility)
- Qualifications: Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology, Social Welfare, Behavioural/Social Science, or a related field, with a minimum of 5 years’ experience.
- Citizenship: Australian Citizen.
- Security: Negative Vetting 1 required for this Designated Security Assessment Position.
- Suitability: Completion of a rigorous pre-employment suitability screening process.
- Probation: Probation applies for new ongoing APS engagements.
- Soft skills: Strong judgement, ability to cooperate and lead across teams, excellent communication, and a calm, trauma-informed approach.
- Technical skills: Knowledge of welfare services, referral pathways, and ability to coordinate across multiple stakeholders.
Important Information for Applicants
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Eligibility
Citizenship – Australian Citizenship is required. Security clearance – Negative Vetting 1. Suitability checks are comprehensive. Probation applies for new ongoing APS engagements.
Additional Information
Diversity & Inclusion
The NACC encourages applications from the Australian community including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of diverse backgrounds, and people with disability.
RecruitAbility
RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. If you have a disability and meet minimum requirements, you may be invited to participate in additional assessment. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability.
Future Merit Pools
Successful applicants may be offered similar opportunities across APS agencies as part of future merit pools.
How to Apply
| Contact Officer | Tim, (02) 6203 8041 |
|---|---|
| Candidate Kit | Agency Recruitment Site |
| Application Portal | https://nacc.nga.net.au/ |