Senior/Assistant Director, Specialised Investigations

About the role

The Senior/Assistant Director, Specialised Investigations leads a team of investigation officers in enforcement against the illicit importation, distribution, possession and abuse of prohibited tobacco products such as e-vaporisers and controlled substances such as etomidate, and in the supervision of people undergoing rehabilitation for substance dependence. The unit operates under the Tobacco and Vaporisers Control Act 1993 and also investigates complex, syndicated cases within the Ministry of Health's regulatory ecosystem. The post reports to the Deputy Director and supports the Director in enforcement policy, strategy and governance, investigation and case management, enforcement operations and intelligence, leadership and stakeholder collaboration.

Key responsibilities

• Enforcement policy, strategy and governance: formulate, implement and review enforcement policies and strategies, standard operating procedures and risk mitigation measures
• Investigation and case management: oversee complex, long-term investigations, review investigation papers and reports, and work with prosecutorial teams and the Attorney-General's Chambers, including supporting prosecutions in court
• Enforcement operations and intelligence: plan and direct inspections and operations, authorise enforcement actions including arrests and warrant execution, and coordinate intelligence sharing and joint operations with external agencies
• Leadership and resource management: lead and develop a team of investigation officers, manage manpower planning, training and coaching, and optimise performance within approved budgets
• Stakeholder collaboration: build partnerships with law enforcement and regulatory agencies, liaise with Interpol and overseas counterparts on cross-border investigations, and join local, regional and international enforcement networks

Required profile

• Extensive experience in enforcement, investigations and operational roles within enforcement or regulatory agencies
• Experience leading teams, managing complex investigations and engaging stakeholders across multiple agencies is an advantage
• Strong leadership, decision-making and resilience under pressure
• Physically fit for the operational demands of enforcement duties

Required skills

• Interpersonal, communication and investigative skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

The position is offered as a 1-year contract with an option for automatic renewal for a further year. Shortlisted candidates are contacted within 30 days of the closing date.