Senior Team Leader - Strategy & Budget Policy
Canberra, ACT, AU
Job Details
EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time
LOCATION - ACT
AFP BAND & SALARY - Band 08 ($127,101.00 - $138,349.00)
JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 14223
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.
What is the role?
Do you want to contribute to the development of policies that shape the national security of Australia? Applications are sought for suitably qualified applicants wishing to be considered for the role of Senior Team Leader Budget Policy in the Strategy and Performance Office (SPO). SPO is responsible for setting the strategic priorities and direction of the AFP, and identifying and driving performance improvement.
The Budget Policy Team seeks to secure favourable funding outcomes for the AFP that ensure our agency is adequately resourced to undertake its critical domestic and international policing operations. We engage with internal AFP and external stakeholders on Commonwealth Budget matters relating to the combatting of various crime types, including terrorism, money laundering, people smuggling, drug trafficking and hatecrimes. We lead the development of policy proposals and provide strategic advice to internal and external stakeholders to inform decision making on these matters.
As a Senior Team Leader in the AFP you will play a pivotal role in developing people, managing change and influencing behaviours that lead to a supportive culture that respects the perspectives, talents and value of each individual. 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.
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.
What will you do?
As a Band 8 Senior Team Leader, you will:
- manage and guide the team to provide strategic advice that is cognisant of operational drivers and Government and AFP priorities;
- balance competing priorities, including the development of briefs and new policy proposals;
- establish and maintain collaborative relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders;
- communicate effectively, including by distilling key issues and negotiating innovative and practical solutions to complex problems;
- drive the promotion of better organisational understanding of Government and Commonwealth Budget processes; and
- promote change within the agency and team, including through the improvement of systems and processes.
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.
- Experience in leading and managing a team to provide strategic policy advice, and/or experience with Government and Budget processes.
- Demonstrated ability to: lead, model and enable a positive and inclusive culture; support the professional development of yourself and team members; and foster continuous improvement of your team and broader organisational practices.
- Demonstrated ability to achieve results in a fast paced and dynamic environment, leveraging strong prioritisation skills and modelling enthusiasm and resilience in responding to uncertainty and change.
- Demonstrated high-level communication and collaboration skills in an environment that has multiple internal and external stakeholders
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
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
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: Kaitlin Peters,
Contact Officer Phone: (02) 5126 4946,
Contact Officer Email: Kaitlin.Peters@afp.gov.au
Applications Close: 11:59pm (AEDT) 21/03/2025
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