Model standards: Conflicts of interest
The Public Service must identify and manage conflicts of interest well. That is a non-negotiable bottom line. It is what gives the public confidence in our decision-making, including the choices we make around spending taxpayers’ money.
In a small country like New Zealand, conflicts of interest in our working lives are natural and unavoidable. Having interests outside of work is a normal part of life and even if there is a conflict of interest, most conflicts can be managed. But organisations need clear and accessible policies and processes to deal with conflicts of interest and staff need to be alert to possible conflicts of interest and to promptly notify their manager if they think one could arise.
These model standards outline the Public Service Commissioner’s minimum expectations for organisations in the Public Service to support the identification, assessment, and ongoing management and monitoring of conflicts of interest.
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Related files
Conflicts of interest model standards
One-page guide to conflicts of interest conversations and explanatory notes
Managing conflicts of interest: A guide for the public sector — Office of the Auditor-General
Managing conflicts of interest in procurement OAG — Office of the Auditor-General
Sections 31 and 62, Crown Entities Act 2004 — New Zealand Legislation