Executive Officers (Band 6 & Band 7)

Job Details

EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time

LOCATION - ACT; NSW

AFP BAND & SALARY - Band 6 $107,559 - $118,673 | Band 7 $118,673 - $127,101

JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 14723

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?

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 happpen in order to support senior executives?

The AFP currently have a number of vacancies for Executive Officers across a range of business areas. The role of an Executive Officer predominantly focuses on delivering critical and high level support to the executive and across the business area.

Working as an Executive Officer will provide you the opporunity to get involved with business operations including implementation and development of business projects. You will play an important role aiding Executives in their decision-making and administration purposes, and proactively manage workflows and competing priorities. Executive Officers also source, complie and deliver briefings, internal and external communications, and engage in stakeholder consultations.

Our ideal candidate is someone who loves variation in their day to day work, is proactive and can manage competing priorities with ease. You will also need to be a strong communicator with an ability to develop and foster strong relationships across the AFP.

As a Team Member in the AFP you will 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?

• Research, plan, deliver and coordinate projects as determined by the Commander/Manager;
• Proactively manage workflows, write reports and briefs, assist with resource management and contribute to policy development and review;
• Liaise and consult with staff across the Command to achieve divisional priorities, including responding effectively to emerging issues;
• Represent the interests of the Commander/Manager's office with key internal & external stakeholders and at various meetings;
• Develop and maintain a network of relationships across the AFP as well as private and public sectors;
• Maintain currency in project management methodology through ongoing professional development and learning opportunities outside the formal education process;
• Apply a high level of discretion, judgement and initiative to all situations and decision making to produce appropriate advice;
• Manage and develop a Band 3 or Band 4 Executive Assistant.

Requirements

Essential requirements

Band 6

• You must be an Australian Citizen at the time of application;
• A Negative Vetting 1 (Secret) security clearance or the ability to obtain one;
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in providing Executive support in a corporate setting;
• Demonstrated experience in writing report and executive briefs;
• High level communication skills, both written and verbal;
• Exceptional stakeholders’ engagement skills and ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with them;
• A high attention to details.

Desirable

• Previous experience as Executive Officer will be highly regarded;
• Demonstrated political awareness or interest in current government affairs;
• Experience in Parliamentary and Ministerial Support services;
• Demonstrated financial literacy or ability to understand public service budget management and reporting.

Band 7

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;
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in an Executive Officer role;
• Demonstrated experience in writing report and executive briefs;
• High level communication skills, both written and verbal;
• Exceptional stakeholders’ engagement skills and ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with them;
• Demonstrated political awareness or interest in current political affairs;
• Demonstrated financial literacy or ability to understand public service budget management and reporting;
• Demonstrated ability to lead a team and autonomously deliver program/project outcomes;
• A high attention to details.

Additional Information

• When applying you will be asked to nominate your preferred band level, however final determination of the band level you are found suitable for is at the discretion of the panel.
• This role is located in Canberra, ACT and Sydney, NSW and applicants are expected to be based in Canberra or Sydney.

Selection Criteria

• Achieve results
• Communicates with influence
• Contributes to strategic thinking
• Cultivates productive working relationships
• Shows personal drive and integrity

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. If you wish to be considered for both band levels your pitch should address the work level standards of the highest band.

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 LGBTQIA+ community and people with disability.

Contacts and Closing Information

Contact Officer: Francesca Avelluto,

Contact Officer Phone: 02 51269980, ​

Contact Officer Email: francesca.avelluto@afp.gov.au

Applications Close: 11:59pm (AEST) 25/06/2025

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