Senior Team Member - Executive Support Team

Did you know?

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?

Have you been looking for an opportunity that offers meaningful work, allows you to showcase your professionalism, stakeholder engagement skills, and your ability to make things happen in order to support senior executives?

​​​​The Executive Support Team, within International Command, is looking for individuals to fill vacancies at the Band 6 level. The team provides support to AFP senior executives, and supports the AFP’s engagement with international stakeholders. Successful candidates will gain a high level of visibility of the breadth of the AFP’s mission and objectives – particularly on national security and international matters – and will liaise with stakeholders across the organisation as well as other government departments.

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. It is expected that the successful applicant will deliver on the core responsibilities and meet any requirements of the position as outlined below.

What will you do?

As a member within the Executive Support Team, you will:

• Coordinate input into briefing material for AFP and International Command executives relating to high-level national and international forums.
• Coordinate input into ministerial, parliamentary, policy and media responses on matters relating to the AFP's international presence, including, cabinet submissions, national security committees.
• Develop and maintain awareness of the AFP’s role and any linkage to policy and operational papers and requests from other government departments.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes on a continuous basis and enhance the knowledge of the team.

We are looking for individuals who are interested in contributing to Australia’s national security. We are seeking candidates who have:

• Demonstrated coordination skills and the ability to operate in a fast-paced environment, and achieve results within tight timeframes, while managing competing priorities.
• Strong writing skills and excellent attention to detail, in managing day-to-day tasks and ensuring that briefs and documents are delivered in a timely manner and are of high quality.
• An ability to communicate effectively and with influence, and where appropriate, tailoring messages according to different audiences.
• Demonstrated stakeholder engagement skills, and working effectively across teams and building professional networks.

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.
• Excellent communication; both verbal and written.
• A high attention to detail.

Desirable requirements

• Have contemporary knowledge and experience relevant to the role.

Additional information

• This position is an AFP Band level 6.
• This role is located in Canberra and applicants are expected to be based in Canberra.
• This advertisement is to fill current vacancies and create a merit pool for future ongoing or non-ongoing vacancies arising over the next 12 months.
• 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 and Inclusion

Diversity and inclusion is an operational priority for the Australian Federal Police (AFP). To be an effective police force, we must be reflective of the community we serve, working across languages, cultures and transnational borders. The 2023-26 Diversity & Inclusion Strategy is the guiding framework for delivering the AFP’s diversity and inclusion goals and reflecting our commitment to being an employer of choice, incorporating diversity and inclusion principles in day-to-day practice and building a psychologically and culturally safe workplace. This includes hiring people from diverse backgrounds who bring their lived experience to contribute, and add value, to the AFP. Find out more about how the AFP embraces diversity and inclusion.

Contact Officer - Thomas Burrow 

Contact Officer Phone: 02 5126 6989, ​

Contact Officer Email: Thomas.Burrow@afp.gov.au 

Applications Close: 11:59pm (AEST) 07/05/2024