Team Leaders - Strategic Insights and Planning

Job Details

EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time 

LOCATION - ACT

AFP BAND & SALARY - Band 7 ($113,563 - $121,628); Band 8 ($121,628 - $132,391)

JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 13760

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 Senior Team Leader and Team Leader – Strategic Insights and Planning in the Strategy and Performance Office (SPO).​ SPO is responsible for setting strategic priorities and direction for the AFP, identifying and driving performance improvement. These roles are responsible for the development and delivery of enterprise-wide strategy, policy, and providing strategic advice to the AFP executive to inform decision making.

As a Senior Team Leader or Team Leader you also 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.

Candidates are sought with experience:  

• Designing, developing and driving enterprise strategy; 

• Providing strategic policy advice to senior executive;  

• Designing and implementing enterprise-wide planning processes; and  

• Experience working in futures.  

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 Senior Team Leader you will be responsible for:

• leading the AFP's Strategic Insights Centre, and delivery of the annual AFP Futures Games
• driving the maturation of the AFP's enterprise Business Planning process
• working with stakeholders to drive strategic outcomes for the AFP
• leading a dynamic team to develop enterprise strategic artefacts and mature the AFP's strategic framework, and
• providing strategic policy advice to senior executive

As Team leader you will be responsible for:

• development of AFP enterprise strategic documents, such as the Federal Crime Threat Picture
• coordination of AFP input into whole of government policy artefacts
• leading a small team to deliver the AFP's Futures Games
• delivery of the AFP's enterprise business planning process

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.
• Has contemporary knowledge and experience relevant to the role.
• Demonstrated ability to lead a team.
• Candidates applying for the Senior Team Leader Band 8 role will need to have a minimum of 3 years experience leading a team.

Additional Information

• When applying you will be asked to nominate your preferred band level, however final determination of the band level you are found suitable for is at the discretion of the panel

• This role is located in Canberra or Melbourne however, remote working options may be negotiated.

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. If you wish to be considered for both band levels your pitch should address the work level standards of the highest band.

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 - Rachel Bodman,

Contact Officer Phone: (0)2 5126 7531, ​

Contact Officer Email: rachel.bodman@afp.gov.au

Applications Close: 11:59pm (AEDT) 11/11/2024

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www.afp.gov.au