Intelligence Manager

Job Details

EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time

LOCATION - ACT

AFP BAND & SALARY - Band 08 ($127,101 - $138,349). This salary is reflective of the AFPs new Enterprise Agreement which commences 9 December 2024.

JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 13888

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 Intelligence Manager - Intelligence and Covert Services. AFP Intelligence Operations is one of many functions delivering specialist capabilities to the broad remit of the AFP. It is integral to AFP criminal investigations; in Australia and abroad.

Intelligence Managers lead and manage the delivery of intelligence capabilities to inform AFP tactical, operational and strategic direction. Intelligence Managers must possess strong leadership and people management skills, as well as a sound understanding of intelligence practice, processes, skillsets and framework or covert collection practices, legislation, policy and practice. 

You will work under the strategic direction of Intelligence Operations Executive Team and will be responsible for the leadership and management of a number of teams to deliver outcomes. You require in depth knowledge and understanding of the AFP business and the impact of roles and functions undertaken in relation to the organisation's reputation to effectively manage operations. 

As an Intelligence Manager, you will play a pivotal role in leading and developing people, managing change and influencing behaviours that lead to a supportive culture that respects the perspectives, talents and value of each individual. You will be responsible for leading and managing a team dedicated to delivering a business function to the AFP. The role has both a practical and strategic focus requiring the application of sound business principles in the management of resources to meet AFP outputs in the most effective and efficient manner. 

Consistent with the AFP values, AFP leadership philosophy, organisational reform agendas, AFP corporate business plans and your Performance Development Agreement, the expectation is that you will deliver on the core responsibilities and meet any requirements of the position as outlined below. 

What will you do?

•    Lead, manage and direct the operation of a number of intelligence teams while supporting the AFP Senior Executive in the delivery of strategic initiatives.
•    Develop plans and ensure all resources are effectively directed at achieving business area outputs.
•    Develop the Intelligence Operations workforce and fulfill a guiding, mentoring and advisory role.
•    Provide accurate, timely and impartial operational and strategic intelligence reporting to the AFP Executive.
•    Build an operating environment that fosters the intelligence capability to triage, assess and analyse.
•    Maintain excellent contemporary knowledge of intelligence legislation, practice and policy.
•    Manage and develop relevant governance and policy in accordance with a sound understanding of legislative compliance and enterprise priorities.
•    Work closely with AFP Commands, other specialist capabilities, and external partners to effectively deliver enterprise outcomes.
•    Represent the AFP in relevant subject matter forums while maintaining and developing collaborative working relationships.
•    Manage the requirements and recommendations of related oversight functions as well as engagement with oversight bodies.
•    Apply the AFP Performance Management Framework.
•    Record and maintain information in accordance with AFP requirements.
•    Have exceptional attention to detail and well developed written and oral communication.

Essential Requirements

• You must be an Australian Citizen at the time of application.
• A Negative Vetting 2 security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
• Proven leadership-experience including an ability to build and support high performing teams.
• Demonstrated high level of integrity and accountability, and ability to work in a high security environment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead personnel and develop productive working relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with internal and external partners.
• Technical knowledge and skills (applicable to the role).

Desirable Requirements

The following skills and/or experience would be highly regarded:

• A PV Security clearance or ability to obtain one.
• Experience in leading intelligence professionals.

Additional Information

• These roles are located in Canberra, ACT and successful applicants are expected to be based in Canberra.
• Interviews are expected to occur in February 2025.
• This role attracts a composite allowance in recognition of expanded working hours, normal patterns of attendance and shift patterns (such as afternoon shifts, weekends and Designated Public Holidays) that are required under the Operations working pattern. In accordance with the AFP Enterprise Agreement 2017-2020, an employee who is required to work in accordance with the Operations working pattern will receive a Core Composite of 22% in addition to their base salary, which will count as salary for superannuation. The Commissioner has the authority to remove a composite from a role.

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. 

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

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.

Contacts and Closing Information

Contact Officer - Angela H,

Contact Officer Phone: 02 5126 4053, ​

Contact Officer Email: AFP-13888@afp.gov.au

Applications Close: 11:59pm (AEDT) 05/01/2025

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