Conflict of Interest

Breaches

The department takes allegations of breaches of this policy seriously. Allegations of breaches will be investigated and managed appropriately according to the circumstances.

Depending on the circumstances of the matter, an identified breach of this policy may result in:

• informal resolutions, including close monitoring, additional education and counselling
• performance management
• commencement of a misconduct process.

Any finding of misconduct that amounts to a breach of the Public Administration Act 2004 (Vic), the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic) or the Code of Conduct for Victorian Public Sector Employees can result in termination of employment.

For serious breaches amounting to allegations of corruption, the matter may be referred to Independent Broad-based Anti-corruption Commission (IBAC) for investigation.

If a criminal offence is suspected, the matter can also be referred to Victoria Police for investigation and prosecution.