Team Leader - Pacific Command

Job Details

EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time

LOCATION - ACT

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

JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 14806

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?

Applications are sought from suitably qualified applicants wishing to be considered for Team Leader roles (Band 7) within Pacific Command, Australian Federal Police.  A merit pool will be created for upcoming vacancies.   These positions are Canberra based.

The AFP is a key contributor to the Australian Government’s Pacific Strategy. Pacific Command leads AFP’s engagement with Pacific Police partners with the primary focus to promote regional stability and to prevent and disrupt transnational crime threats.  Pacific Command is responsible for delivering the Commissioner and Government’s strategic intent, with a significant focus on implementing the Pacific Policing Initiative to strengthen partnerships and boost capabilities across the Pacific. The team provides support to Pacific Command’s Senior Executives and supports the AFP’s engagement with domestic and international partners.

The Team Leader roles sit within the Pacific Strategy branch.  You will support the delivery of Pacific Command’s objectives through the provision of corporate reporting and governance, policy and strategy elements of the command, as well as the provision of advice and briefings in support of Pacific-focussed forums and summits.  You will also contribute to AFP’s mission and objectives in the Pacific in liaising with stakeholders across the AFP and government.

As a 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 values of each individual. Consistent with the AFP values, AFP leadership philosophy, organisational reform agendas, AFP corporate business plans and your Performance Development Agreement.

What will you do?

To be effective as a Team Leader within Pacific Command, you will undertake and lead time-sensitive and complex work whilst supporting your team to deliver high quality briefings, project reporting, policy advice and other priorities as required.

You will:

• Draft timely, accurate and concise briefs and advice on Pacific policing, for AFP Executive, government partners and other key stakeholders
• Build and foster collegiate networks with government partners
• Mentor and guide team members in developing policy advice
• Support requirements associated with secretariat, project management and budget responsibilities associated with government-funded programs and projects
• Assist with development of corporate and strategic priorities for Pacific Command in line with the broader AFP strategic direction
• Prepare briefing materials to support the AFP’s advice to government, engagement in parliamentary processes and responses to media inquiries
• Support a high performing team through individual career development and succession planning.

Essential Requirements

• Leadership qualities and experience in mentoring, coaching and developing people
• Experience in delivering strategic advice for senior executive and government
• Experience in developing and fostering internal and external relationships and networks
• The ability to work collaboratively and respectfully in a cross-cultural setting
• Flexibility and the ability to adapt to changing priorities and compressed deadlines
• Negative Vetting 2 (Top Secret) security clearance, or the ability to obtain one

Desirable Requirements

• Experience in international relations/development, or national security policy and
• An interest/understanding of the Pacific operating environment.

Additional Information

• This role is an AFP Band 7 level
• This role is based in Canberra and suitable applicants must be located in the ACT for the role, or relocate at own expense

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.
• 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 asked to complete additional assessments or activities to determine suitability for the role. This may also include 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:  Annie O'Connor,

Contact Officer Phone:  5126 3894, ​

Contact Officer Email:  Pacific-workforce@afp.gov.au

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

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