Administration Support - Leadership Centre Learning and Development Services
Canberra, ACT, AU
Job Details
EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing - Fulltime
LOCATION - ACT
AFP BAND & SALARY - Band 4 - $84,458 - $99,285
JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 14286
This advertisement is to fill current vacancies and create a merit list 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 days of mandatory rest leave per year
- 18 days of paid personal leave per year
- Generous superannuation of 15.4%
- 18 weeks paid Parental Leave for Primary Caregiver (and 11 weeks for Secondary Caregiver) + additional unpaid leave entitlements for up until 24 months from the child’s date of birth or placement
- 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?
Are you interested in working within a team that supports the enterprise in providing employees with the skills, knowledge and expertise to perform their duties, adapt to change, and drive innovation to enable continuous learning and skill development throughout their careers?
The Leadership Centre Learning and Development Services area is responsible for providing advice on, and implementing a range of learning and development initiatives across the enterprise from mandatory training and recruit training through to leadership development.
The key capabilities and services of LCLDS includes:
- design, development and implementation of a range of leadership initiatives, including the Team Leader and Sergeants Development Program (TLSDP) and Executive Leadership Transition Program (ELTP);
- domestic and international leadership course nominations and development;
- a variety of diverse project work, including planning, execution, and delivery, to support organisational goals and priorities;
- enterprise-wide learning package development including; mandatory training, specialised training, online and immersive simulated training as well as the training continuum (from recruit training through to leadership development);
- creation of innovative online and immersive learning solutions to support training and development within work areas.
The area is focused on strong stakeholder engagement, building connections and collaborating on a range of initiatives for the enterprise.
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?
Under the direction of the senior team member, and in support of the Team Leader, you will play a crucial role in day-to-day administrative operations of the team.
Overseeing and triaging team communications, ensuring efficient information flow and maintenance of team documentation and records;
Assisting in the coordination of a variety learning initiatives and activities;
Supporting the ongoing quality assurance and evaluation of the effectiveness of enterprise-wide learning initiatives;
Assisting in projects and associated financial activities;
Contributing to the development of instructional and governance materials such as policies, procedures and processes;
Building and sustaining strong internal and external relationships through effective communication;
Maintaining currency in work processes through ongoing professional development and learning opportunities outside the formal education process;
Other tasks as required.
Essential Requirements
- You must be an Australian Citizen at the time of application.
- Negative Vetting 1 (Secret) security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
- Contemporary knowledge and experience in a like or related field.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- A proven ability to work flexibly and achieve outcomes in a fast paced, ever changing and/or challenging environment.
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.
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.
- 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 your interview.
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 disability.
Contacts and Closing Information
Contact Officer: Rebecca Hurrell
Contact Officer Phone: 02 5126 6107,
Contact Officer Email: rebecca.hurrell@afp.gov.au
Applications Close: 11:59pm (AEDT) 31/03/2025
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