National Anti-Corruption Commissioner & Deputy Commissioner

About the role

The Australian Government is recruiting senior leaders to serve as the National Anti‑Corruption Commission (NACC) Commissioner and Deputy Commissioner. These senior positions guide a powerful, independent integrity agency responsible for investigating serious or systemic corruption across the Commonwealth public sector.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the NACC’s strategic direction and operational activities.
• Oversee investigations, reporting and the exercise of coercive powers.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including Parliament, other integrity agencies and the public.
• Promote public confidence in the integrity of the Commonwealth sector.
• Support the Chief Executive Officer and senior staff in delivering the agency’s mandate.

Required profile

• Retired Judge of a federal, state or territory court, or a legal practitioner with at least five years of enrolment.
• Demonstrated record of achievement and a strong commitment to integrity.
• Willingness to serve a term of up to five years on a full‑time basis.
• Readiness to travel between NACC offices in Canberra, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to shape national anti‑corruption policy and practice.
• Leadership of a high‑profile, independent statutory agency.
• Full‑time appointment with a fixed‑term of up to five years.