Australian Federal Government Building capability, trust and confidence in the APS The Australian Public Service (APS) plays a vital role in delivering national policy, economic stability, public safety, and essential services for citizens across the country. Federal departments and entities are increasingly required to navigate complex reforms, drive efficiencies, maintain public trust, and deliver programs that are economical, effective, and outcomes-driven. These responsibilities demand strong governance, agile delivery models, and transparent assurance mechanisms. From internal audit, confidence assessments and integrity reviews to uplift in project management and portfolio maturity (P3M), agencies must balance innovation with accountability. Protiviti, a federal government consulting firm, understands that each federal entity operates within a unique environment. Our federal government consultants offer highly specialised and tailored solutions—bringing together deep public sector expertise, practical insights and collaborative execution. Whether enabling digital transformation, strengthening program controls, or enhancing delivery confidence, we help APS leaders face the future with integrity and clarity. Visit the ‘Our panels’ section below for more information on how Protiviti Australia can support the Australian Public Service. What we do Our services Our panels Our approach Sectors we serve Leadership Insights Our federal government specialists are ready to address your unique needs in these areas: Pro Document Prossonal Project and Program Assurance (Delivery confidence assessment) Provide independent, risk-focused assurance over complex projects and programs in Australia, ensuring they stay on track to deliver outcomes. Assess governance, risk management, delivery effectiveness, and control maturity across the lifecycle to increase stakeholder confidence and reduce delivery risk. Pro Briefcase Internal audit Our strategic internal audit sourcing models in Australia deliver specialised talent, proven methodology, and innovative technology to meet the evolving needs of internal audit functions ranging from full outsourced solutions and delivery centres to tactical staff-augmentation. Pro Document Files Portfolio, program and project management Build and optimise your portfolio project, program and portfolio management (P3M) functions for successful project and business outcomes with Protiviti. Select appropriate tools, resources and people to plan and organise a project to execute on deliverables through a well-managed scope and schedule. Pro Location Globe Risk Management Protiviti Australia helps government assess risk and develop tech-enabled solutions to manage risk in an agile manner and minimise potential losses. From risk program design, to independent reviews and assurance, we ensure continuous monitoring and improvement. Pro Document Folder Privacy advice and assurance Deliver expert guidance on privacy risk, compliance, and information handling aligned with the Privacy Act and Australian Government frameworks. Support the design, implementation, and assessment of privacy programs, impact assessments, and controls. Pro Document Stack Procurement and Probity Protiviti provides strategic procurement advice, including market analysis, procurement planning, contract management, and probity services. We ensure compliance, risk management, and transparency throughout the procurement process, supporting effective stakeholder engagement and negotiation. Pro Building office Organisational Planning and Development Drive agency transformation through business strategy improvement, change management, business performance reviews, and business continuity planning. performance management, and workforce capabilities. We provide expert guidance business process reengineering, and disaster recovery to improve operational efficiency. Pro Document Consent Corporate governance & strategy Strengthen your corporate governance with Protiviti by optimising board performance, evaluating governance structures, and ensuring policy compliance. Assess strategic objectives, conduct process reviews, and implement fraud prevention strategies to enhance decision-making, transparency, and accountability. Pro Digital Hightech Technology Consulting Our tech consulting services range from strategy, design and development through implementation, risk management and managed services. Every business is becoming a technology business. Let us help you transform. How to contract with us To support the Australian Public Service, Protiviti Australia is available for contracting through several key panels and marketplaces that streamline engagement for our advisory services. Pro person 3 Australian National Audit Office Professional and Associated Services Panel (SON3921486) Engaging with us through this panel allows you to leverage our extensive experience in delivering high-quality audit and assurance services tailored to meet the needs of government entities. graph BuyICT Software and ERP Marketplace (SON3490955) This marketplace facilitates the procurement of software solutions and enterprise resource planning services, where Protiviti can assist in implementing technology-driven solutions to enhance operational efficiency. Pro cloud Buy ICT Cloud Marketplace (SON3668352) Through this marketplace, agencies can access our cloud consulting services, ensuring that your digital transformation initiatives are supported by best practices and expert guidance. Pro Location Globe DMP2 – Professional and Consulting Services (SON4102906) This marketplace facilitates access to our ICT consulting and assurance services. Pro Digital Hightech NAIC AI Directory The National Artificial Intelligence Centre AI Directory enables agencies to identify and engage leading AI capabilities to support strategic transformation. Pro Workflow Flowchart Whole of Australian Government Management Advisory Services Panel (SON3751557) This panel covers a wide range of categories, including internal audit, program and project assurance, risk management, accounting, financial audit, corporate governance, and government policy. For more information on how to engage with us, please reach out to our team. Our approach We bring deep, specialist capability to help federal agencies strengthen the disciplines that underpin effective delivery — including project and program assurance, P3M maturity, internal audit, and integrity frameworks. Our federal government consultants are highly experienced in complex, high-risk environments, providing independent advice and hands-on support across portfolio governance, project delivery, and assurance functions. From establishing fit-for-purpose PMOs to leading integrity reviews and independent project assurance, we help federal leaders deliver programs that are well-governed, transparent, and trusted. Sectors we serve Image Defence Image Health and aged care Image Payment and service delivery Image Education Image Treasury and Finance Image National security Image Social services Image Environment and sustainability Image Regulators Image Infrastructure Leadership Gihan Mallawaarachchi Gihan is a highly experienced public sector consultant with 18 years of professional services expertise in the provision of assurance, program and project management, probity and strategy consulting services to Australian Government entities. Gihan has a proven ... Learn More Tony Sanfrancesco Tony is a director at Protiviti Australia with over 10 years’ experience providing internal audit, project and program assurance for the federal government agencies. Tony has led teams to deliver both outsourced internal audit arrangements as well as providing assurance ... Learn More Shane Silva Shane leads Protiviti Australia's Canberra office, overseeing national technology assurance, project confidence, and data governance. With 20 years' experience, he advises government departments on system transformation and manages federal accounts across social ... Learn More Elly Maddy Elly is a director at Protiviti Australia and provides internal audit services to Federal and State government departments and agencies. Elly is known for her innovative problem-solving approach and for providing her clients with new approaches to their operational ... Learn More Lauren Brown Lauren is the country lead for Protiviti Australia. With over 14 years' experience in governance, risk, and internal control, she specialises across multiple industries including health, higher education, government, consumer products, and energy. She is an active ... Learn More Helen Nguyen Helen is a director at Protiviti Australia with over 14 years of experience and a strong track record in internal audit, program delivery and assurance and risk advisory across federal government, financial, publicly listed companies and private sector organisations. ... Learn More Featured insights WHITEPAPER Public Sector Insights: Setting the 2026 Audit Committee Agenda 19 min read 2026 promises to be another year of increasing demands for audit committee members in Australian federal and state governments. The seven topics we have highlighted for this year’s audit committee agenda reflect a growing array of responsibilities... BLOGS Protiviti's Perspectives on the Silver Review 5 min read This four-part blog series presents Protiviti’s perspectives on how the Victorian Public Service can turn the Silver Review from a cost‑cutting exercise into a system‑level reform opportunity that strengthens financial sustainability, digital... BLOGS Resetting the Victorian Public Service: What the Silver Review Means for VPS Leaders 9 min read Recent ransomware attacks and new SEC cyber disclosure rules have increased the focus on cyber resilience across nearly all industries. As a result, many companies have invested substantial resources to help manage and mitigate cybersecurity risk to... BLOGS Digitising the VPS: Shared Platforms, AI and the Responsibilities of Technology Leaders 10 min read Victorian Public Service (VPS) Chief Information Officers (CIOs) and Chief Technology Officers (CTOs) face a defining moment with the Silver Review. The Review positions digital transformation and AI as central to delivering sustainable savings and... BLOGS Silver Review Implications for VPS Financial Decision Makers: Guardrails, Savings and Financial Stewardship 10 min read Victorian Public Service (VPS) leaders are at the centre of the Silver Review’s implementation challenge. As the Review moves from recommendations to action, senior financial decisionmakers in departments and agencies – including CFOs – will be key... BLOGS Assuring the Silver Review Reforms – The Critical Role of Risk Management and Assurance 10 min read The Silver Review sets out an ambitious reform agenda for the Victorian Public Service (VPS) – reshaping workforce structures, consolidating entities, tightening fiscal settings, and accelerating digital and AI adoption. For Chief Risk and Audit... BLOGS Australian Public Sector Integrity Frameworks: Rebuilding Trust Amid Ongoing Scrutiny 9 min read In the wake of high-profile failures — ranging from unlawful debt recovery programs to politicised grant schemes and procurement missteps —the Australian government has rolled out a series of reforms, including the Australian Public Service (APS)... SURVEY Navigating Australia’s Geopolitical and Integrity Tightropes: Challenges for Public Sector Leaders 7 min read Senior executives and leaders in the public sector face a complex web of uncertainties. These may generate opportunities for strategic advantage or risks leading to unexpected disruption and performance shortfalls. An ability to anticipate risks that... BLOGS Navigating Australia's Cybersecurity Obligations: SOCI, PSPF and the Essential Eight – A Strategic Guide for Government and Critical Infrastructure Organisations 18 min read As Australia confronts an evolving and intensifying cyber threat landscape, public and private sector entities are under increasing pressure to fortify their cyber resilience. Central to this effort are three frameworks that define the country's... BLOGS Rethinking Grants Management Delivery in Australia’s Public Sector 8 min read Fresh off the elections and under intense public scrutiny. government departments and public sector agencies must now deliver on hundreds of millions in funding commitments. The directive is clear: get the money out the door fast while delivering the... INSIGHTS PAPER Boosting Public Sector Digital Project Delivery Confidence With DTA’s Assurance Framework 7 min read The Australian government continues to make significant investments in digital transformation projects—totalling $12.9 billion as of the 2024-25 mid-year economic and fiscal process—but too many of these projects are still failing to meet... PODCAST NSW Health Pathology CEO: Patient empowerment, AI, Big Data are trends to watch in healthcare 19 min read In this VISION by Protiviti podcast, we welcome Vanessa Janissen, CEO of New South Wales Health Pathology, where she leads Australia’s largest public pathology and forensic science service. 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