Address EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time
LOCATION - ACT
AFP BAND & SALARY - Band 04, $80,821.00 - $95,010.00
JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 12678
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.
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?
Applications are sought from suitably qualified applicants wishing to be considered for the role of Team Member Strategic Coordination.
The Strategic Coordination team sits within the Learning and Development Command, providing a central management point for Investigations and Operational Learning (IOL) business activities and utilises its diverse capabilities to deliver strategic output and advice.
As a member of the Strategic Coordination team you will be responsible for providing coordination and support on a range of strategic and emerging issues for IOL and the Learning and Development Command more broadly. You will work closely with stakeholders to support the strategic priorities of the Learning and Development Command, including taking opportunities to work across teams.
To enable IOL to deliver on their purposes, the Strategic Coordination team utilises internal capabilities as well as facilitating stakeholder engagement with key business partners to coordinate activities across the following (but not limited to):
Ministerial
Reporting obligations including annual reporting; ANZPAA reporting; ANAO reporting; KPI and adhoc reporting
Strategic communications through development of key messaging
Talent hunting and strategic workforce management
Coordinating and value adding to the contribution of the Learning and Development Command strategic plan
Provide strategic support and surge capacity to IOL training and projects
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?
Undertaking a range of operational support and administrative tasks for IOL.
Coordination and management of content, advice and briefings for various forums/audiences as well as provide secretariat support as needed.
Regular engagement with stakeholders to ensure clear communication to coordinate the completion of tasks within agreed timeframes.
Compilation of reporting to strategic forums.
Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Adaptability to perform various duties in support of Learning and Development Command priorities.
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 and interpersonal skills.
High level customer service skills.
Ability to work effectively in a small team environment including sharing information with other Team Members.
Desirable Requirements
The following skills and/or experience would be highly regarded:
Tertiary qualifications in relevant field.
Relevant qualification or extensive experience and knowledge in area of expertise.
Selection Criteria
Organising your work, making sound decisions and achieving outcomes
Communicating and working effectively with other people
Applying technical knowledge, expertise and skills
Application
Please submit the following documents via our Jobs portal prior to the closing date and time:
Resume/CV - This will form the basis for determining your suitability against the position requirements and give the panel a clear outline of your current knowledge and qualifications along with previous experiences. Please include your work history, responsibilities and achievements.
Applicant pitch (maximum two pages). Ensure your pitch tells us why you are the best fit for the role, with examples that demonstrate your capabilities addressing the selection criteria, role requirements and work level standards for the role.
List any other mandatory documents necessary for assessment of this role – eg: educational certificates, qualification certification. This will be included as an uploaded document with the candidate application. Delete if no other document are required
Only complete applications will be considered. Please review and ensure the uploaded documents are correct for this application after submitting your application.
Employment Suitability
Should you successfully progress from the application stage all applicants must:
Complete an Employment Suitability Questionnaire (ESQ) and provide a traffic history check and proof of Australian citizenship. This aids in the assessment of your character and your ability to comply with the AFP's professional standards both in an official and private capacity. Please review our AFP Character Standards to ensure that you meet our requirements before you submit your application. Applicants will not receive feedback if they are unsuccessful at this gateway.
Have your fingerprints taken if an offer of employment is made.
Undertake mandatory drug testing for illicit drugs. This sample could include; urine, saliva or hair.
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.
Satisfactorily undertake a security clearance to the level specified for the position.
Recruitment Process
Applicants who have demonstrated their suitability for employment through their resume and application, may be invited to a formal interview. Using the relevant AFP work level standards as a guide, you may be asked a range of questions to demonstrate your skills and abilities. These could include behavioural based scenario questions. Read our guides for applicants to find out how to prepare for you interview.
Commitment to Diversity & 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.
Contacts and Closing Information
Contact Officer - Lisa Low,
Contact Officer Phone: 02 5126 5144,
Contact Officer Email: lisa.low@afp.gov.au
Applications Close: 11:59pm (AEDT) 18/02/2024
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