Integrity good practice guide

An integrated approach to integrity

Agencies should consider the benefits of taking an integrated approach to integrity systems and culture. This can including bringing together the diversity of expertise across the organisation to share knowledge and address emerging issues.

  • DFAT has created an Enhanced Personnel Security Capability working group. The working group brings together officers from across the department to identify and mitigate issues relating to insider threat, allowing for a holistic response.
  • The Department of Industry, Science and Resources (DISR) has established a new Integrity Branch that brings together a range of integrity-related functions. The Integrity Branch includes a ‘one-stop shop’ for staff to seek advice or raise concerns in relation to integrity-related matters. The branch is focused on shaping the department’s integrity culture, including by supporting good judgement and intentional thinking in all staff, to navigate and achieve the intent of integrity rules.