Team Leader Counter Terrorism Strategy and Coordination Team

Job Details

EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full Time

LOCATION - ACT

AFP BAND & SALARY - Band 07 ($118,673.00 - $127,101.00)

JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 14045

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 Counter Terrorism and Special Investigations (CTSI) Command supports the AFP as a key member of the Australian law enforcement and national security community by leading policing efforts to keep Australians and Australian interests safe.

The Counter Terrorism Command impacts and prevents terrorist activity domestically and internationally, through national and international cooperation, coordination and collaborative working arrangements between governments, private industry, members of the community and international partners. This is conducted through:

• The detection and disruption of terrorist acts
• Identification, monitoring and management of individuals, including high risk offenders
• Joint investigations through co-location with state and territory police and federal agencies
• Community engagement
• Investigation of terrorism financing
• Contribution to legislative reform and frameworks
• Contribution to activities to deliver a nationally consistent approach to counter violent extremism
• The enhancement of global capabilities to disrupt terrorist activities by engagement with foreign law enforcement agencies through capacity-building, intelligence sharing and the collection investigation analysis and utilisation of evidence

The Special Investigations Command undertakes complex and protracted investigations into offending that causes significant harm to Australia’s national interests, including:

• Espionage and foreign interference
• War crimes and crimes against humanity
• Secrecy investigations
• Electoral integrity
• Harming Australians offshore

The suitable applicant will bring to the role:

• Leadership experience, including the ability to support, guide, mentor and develop team members, manage risk and work effectively under pressure in an evolving environment to deliver high quality advice and outcomes. 
• A proactive and pragmatic approach, coupled the capacity to think strategically, identify opportunities and prioritise effort.
• Excellent stakeholder relationship management, including the ability to build strong working relationships with business areas and key stakeholders at a senior level.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Clear and effective communication, and high-level writing, editing and presentation skills to engage effectively at all levels and cross agency.
• Astute judgement and strong focus on results and the ability to solve complex issues and build capability.
• Strong time management, organisational, interpersonal and planning skills coupled with self-drive and initiative.

What will you do?

Team Leader – Counter Terrorism Strategy and Coordination (CTSC) Team 

AFP Team Leaders 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.

In accordance with the Band 7 Work level standards, as the Team Leader of the Counter Terrorism Strategy Coordination Team (Band 7 - EL1 equivalent), you will lead the CTSC team in a dynamic, fast paced and multifaceted environment to support the work of the Coordinator CTSC and CTSI Command team to:

• Provide support to multijurisdictional joint operations via Joint Counter Terrorism Teams (JCTT) that includes the compilation and distribution of Fortnightly Situation Reports and the coordination of the provision of advice on CT related operations / investigations.
• Coordinate and deliver high-level written and verbal briefs to Senior Executives including ministerial submissions, senate estimates briefs, media responses, strategic policy requests, legislative reform requirements and others as required.
• Lead and coordinate the CTSC team with the provision of CT statistics in response to requests for information.
• Lead the CTSC team in building and maintaining effective engagement and partnerships with AFP Executive, support teams, including the Department of Home Affairs (DHA), the Counter Terrorism Coordination Centre (CTCC), the Attorney-General’s Department (AGD), the Australian Security Intelligence Organisation (ASIO), the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) and other State, Territory and Commonwealth partners.
• Monitor and inform CT related strategy by supporting the CTSC Coordinator with strategic planning, management, performance measurement and reporting and continuous improvement through the analysis of Command level data and statistics.
• Develop plans and ensure all resources are effectively directed at achieving business area outputs including the management of people, budget and business area assets.

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.
• Demonstrated leadership experience that role-models leadership behaviours, demonstrates the AFP Core Values and positively contribute to a respectful and inclusive culture in the AFP. 

Desirable Requirements

• The ability to guide, mentor and develop team members and a strong commitment to excellence and innovation and have a strong record of achievement in leading people and managing resources.
• The ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders including with clients and organisational peers.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including high-level writing, editing and presentation skills.

Additional Information

This position has been advertised in multiple locations; however, the role is based in the AFP National Headquarters in Canberra at the Edmund Barton Building. Successful applicants are expected to be based in Canberra.  

The advertised position is assigned to the Support Working Pattern in accordance with the AFP Enterprise Agreement.

Selection Criteria

• Achieves 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 - Amy Malone

Contact Officer Phone: 0438 745 730

Contact Officer Email: amy.malone@afp.gov.au

Applications Close: 11:59pm (AEDT) 03/02/2025

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