Rural and regional outreach program

Corruption prevention for managers
A practical workshop which focuses on developing an understanding of the nature of corruption, how and why corruption occurs and what managers can do to prevent it.
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Corruption prevention in procurement and contract management 
This workshop assists managers and staff with responsibility for procurement activities to identify where the weaknesses in their systems and opportunities for corruption may be. It will also help participants understand what they can do to prevent corruption in the procurement context. 
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Fact-finder: An introduction to conducting a fact finding investigation (for non-investigators)
This is an introductory workshop for those who may be required to conduct an internal fact-finding investigation into a complaint or allegations of staff wrongdoing, including misconduct or corrupt conduct. The workshop has a practical focus and includes how to plan, conduct, conclude and report on an internal investigation. Attention will also be given to the principles that underpin investigations, including confidentiality and procedural fairness.  
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13 Nov

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Corruption prevention for planning professionals
This awareness-raising workshop is specifically designed for town planners and related public officials working within the NSW planning system. It helps these professionals understand what constitutes corrupt conduct and where opportunities for corruption are likely to be hidden.
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Good governance in small boards
Local Aboriginal Land Councils (LALCs) and Non-Government Organisations (NGOs) can face similar challenges: their board members are usually voluntary, they often have limited staff numbers, and are expected to meet varied responsibilities in their communities. The workshop covers a range of topics and will include discussion about how LALC and NGO board members and staff all play a role in building good governance in their organisations. 
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Hot topic: Strengthening employment screening practices
Ensuring that your preferred job candidate is all that they claim to be can be challenging. This one-hour session provides practical advice and is open to representatives from the public and private sectors and NGOs more.
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Public interest disclosures management workshop
This three-hour workshop provides an overview of your organisation’s obligations under the Public Interest Disclosures Act 1994. It covers the specific responsibilities of the nominated officers and executives, and discusses strategies for managing parties involved in the disclosure. It also outlines the role of the NSW Ombudsman in relation to this Act.  

This workshop is designed for staff and managers from NSW public authorities, including those responsible for coordinating and managing the public interest disclosure process.