Exhibitions and Public Programs Officer

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The mission of the Australian Federal Police is to provide dynamic and effective law enforcement to the people of Australia. It provides policing throughout Australia in relation to the prevention and detection of crimes against the Commonwealth, its laws and integrity, and community police services to the Community of the ACT.

Working for the AFP provides you with a diverse and rewarding career. Whether you immerse yourself in a position on the frontline, or provide critical operational or professional support, the work you do makes a big impact on the people of Australia. 

We recognise your contribution to our workforce and offer generous remuneration and conditions including:

• Six weeks (30 days) of paid annual leave per year + additional paid Christmas stand down 
• 4 extra mandatory leave rest days per year 
• 18 days of paid personal leave per year
• Generous superannuation of 15.4%
• 16 weeks of paid maternity leave (after 12 months of service) + an additional 36 weeks of maternity leave without pay
• Generous salaries and incremental salary progression governed by the AFP Enterprise Agreement 
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangement that provides work/life balance
• Health & wellbeing services – with a focus on early intervention, education and prevention
• Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities

What is the role?

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced and dynamic individual to join the AFP in a key role responsible for the development and delivery of curatorial programs.

In line with the Australian Federal Police Museum’s strategic direction, the Exhibitions and Public Programs Officer will focus on initiating, planning, developing, implementing and evaluating relevant, engaging and inspiring Exhibitions and Public Programs that connects the museum with its target audiences.

The Exhibition and Public Programs Officer will be part of the AFP Museum team within the Communications and Customs Branch. 

Under the direction of the AFP Museum Team Leader, the Exhibition and Public Programs Officer will develop curatorial programs from concept to completion and apply sound project management principles to ensure they are delivered within agreed parameters.

We're interested in hearing from people who have:

• Applied knowledge of developing professional and contemporary Public Programs from concept to execution whilst maintaining exemplary project management principles
• Strong interpersonal skills and a confident and flexible approach in interacting with a range of stakeholders including subject specialists, technical experts, creatives and police to achieve the desired outcomes
• Outstanding oral communication skills and an ability to write and edit authoritative and accessible text
• Demonstrated ability to analyse and conceptualise problems, formulate and execute appropriate creative solutions and negotiate successful outcomes in an innovative and sensitive manner

You will also be required to contribute to the achievement of outcomes in accordance with the regulatory framework, the AFP Code of Conduct and the AFP Governance Instruments. 

What will you do?

• Develop imaginative and distinctive permanent and temporary Public Programs that supports the museum’s mission, vision and forward plan
• Following best practice museum principles, engage with museum donors, stakeholders, staff in other collecting organisations and police jurisdictions to assess curatorial opportunities and develop a significant and well-documented collection
• Keep abreast of contemporary developments in cultural and arts trends and practice 
• Establish and maintain peer networks within the museum and education industry to identify future project collaboration opportunities 
• Develop and support effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders

Essential Requirements

• You must be an Australian Citizen at the time of application.
• A Negative Vetting 1 (Secret) security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
• Tertiary qualifications in education and/or curatorial studies
• At least 2 years’ experience in a learning environment or museum education setting
• Current ACT Working with Vulnerable Peoples Card

Desirable Requirements

• Experience with museum collection management systems 
• Knowledge of the PACER program

Additional Information

• This position is an AFP Band Level 5
• This role is located in Canberra and applicants are expected to be based in the ACT Region.
• Proof of a minimum of two COVID-19 vaccinations (or one dose if the Janssen vaccine was used) will be required if an offer of employment is made.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

At the AFP we value the different perspectives, approaches and lived experiences of our people, and recognise that our collective intelligence and diversity is what makes us stronger. As such, we encourage applications from people from all walks of life, including people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, First Nations people, women, the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.

Contact Officer - Amalta Sahay,

Contact Officer Phone: 02 5126 8***,​

Contact Officer Email: ************@afp.gov.au

Applications Close: 11:59pm (AEST) 02/07/2024