Project Officer- Operation AEGIS
Canberra, ACT, AU
Job Details
EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time
LOCATION - ACT
AFP BAND & SALARY - Band 06 ($102,927.00 - 113,563.00)
JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 13850
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?
The AFP is looking for an experienced, enthusiastic and highly organised Project Officer to fill a current vacancy within our newly established Taskforce Implementation Team in Canberra. As a Project Officer your role will provide essential support and work under general direction from the Team Leader, Taskforce Implementation.
The role is currently located within EBB with the occasional work undertaken at an Australian Border Force (ABF) location within Canberra.
Operation AEGIS has been established to coordinate across Commonwealth, State and Territory law enforcement agencies to ensure the safety and protection of the Australian community in response to the release of the individuals from immigration detention. These individuals were released due to a ruling made in the High Court that found indefinite immigration detention was unlawful. Your work will have a tangible impact on national security, national policy, crisis management, cross jurisdiction, and multi-agency relationships (such as ABF, DoHA, State and Territory law enforcement and corrections agencies).
What will you do?
To be successful in this role, you will be required to operate autonomously predominantly focusing on delivering project management and business support. You will assist with the implementation and development of business projects, develop high-quality contributions to command and executive decision making and administration processes, and proactively manage workflows and competing priorities.
You will be required to display initiative, think strategically and demonstrate sound judgement and decision making on a regular basis. Relationship management, workflow prioritisation, and value-added coordination are key elements of this role.
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:
- Maintaining high-level knowledge of the relevant portfolio objectives including progress towards outcomes/outputs/projects to enable the provision of support where appropriate;
- Provide support in the development of new procedures and guidelines to be implemented in support of the transition to the future Taskforce arrangements and performing project work as identified through the implementation strategy;
- Providing administrative support to Operation AEGIS Operational, Strategy and Coordination members and AFP Executive;
- Proactive organisation of workflows, resource management processes and policy contributions;
- Handling, managing and accurately recording information appropriately in line with AFP guidelines, best practice, procedures and timeframes;
- Providing oral and written advice to stakeholders; and
- Developing, monitoring and advising key stakeholders on the progress of projects.
Requisite Role Requirements
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work within a dynamic environment and manage complex and high volumes of tasks;
- The ability to liaise and communicate with internal and external stakeholders;
- Sound written and oral communication skills;
- The ability to prioritise, analyse and triage.
Essential Requirements
- A Negative Vetting 1 (Secret) security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
- Contemporary (within last two years) experience with PROMIS.
- High level written, verbal and liaison communications skills.
- Ability to prioritise tasks, work under pressure and meet short deadlines.
- Show initiative and work independently and within a small team.
- A positive learning mindset and personal drive.
Desirable Requirements
The following skills and/or experience would be highly regarded:
- Project work experience
- Relevant qualification or extensive experience and knowledge in area of expertise
Additional Information
- This role is located in Canberra and applicants are expected to be based in the ACT region.
Selection Criteria
- Achieve results
- Communicates with influence
- Contributes to strategic thinking
- Cultivates productive working relationships
- Shows personal drive and integrity
- Technical knowledge 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 one page). 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 - Wayne Siow,
Contact Officer Phone: 0251266951,
Contact Officer Email: Wayne.Siow@afp.gov.au
Applications Close: 11:59pm (AEDT) 02/01/2025
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