Team Member - Executive Support Team
Canberra, ACT, AU
Executive Support Team Member - International Command
EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time
LOCATION - ACT
AFP BAND & SALARY - Band 05, $95,010.00 - $102,927.00
JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 12975
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?
Have you been looking for an opportunity that offers meaningful work, allows you to showcase your professionalism, stakeholder engagement skills, and your ability to make things happen in order to support senior executives?
The Executive Support Team, within International Command, is looking for individuals to fill a vacancy at the Band 5 level. The team provides support to AFP senior executives, and supports the AFP’s engagement with international stakeholders. Successful candidates will gain a high level of visibility of the breadth of the AFP’s mission and objectives – particularly on national security and international matters –, and will liaise with stakeholders across the organisation as well as other government departments.
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.
What will you do?
As a member within the Executive Support Team, you will:
- Coordinate input into briefing material for AFP and International Command executives relating to high-level national and international forums.
- Coordinate input into ministerial, parliamentary, policy and media responses on matters relating to the AFP's international presence, including, cabinet submissions, national security committees.
- Develop and maintain awareness of the AFP’s role and any linkage to policy and operational papers and requests from other government departments.
- Identify opportunities to improve processes on a continuous basis and enhance the knowledge of the team.
We are looking for individuals who are interested in contributing to Australia’s national security. We are seeking candidates who have:
- Demonstrated coordination skills and the ability to operate in a fast-paced environment, and achieve results within tight timeframes, while managing competing priorities.
- Strong writing skills and excellent attention to detail, in managing day-to-day tasks and ensuring that briefs and documents are delivered in a timely manner and are of high quality.
- An ability to communicate effectively and with influence, and where appropriate, tailoring messages according to different audiences.
- Demonstrated stakeholder engagement skills, and working effectively across teams and building professional networks.
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.
- Excellent communication; both verbal and written.
- A high attention to detail.
Desirable Requirements
- Have contemporary knowledge and experience relevant to the role.
Additional Information
- This role is located in Canberra and applicants are expected to be based in Canberra.
Selection Criteria
- Organising your work, making sound decisions and achieving outcomes
- Communicating and working effectively with other people
- Applying technical knowledge, expertise 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
Diversity and inclusion is an operational priority for the Australian Federal Police (AFP). To be an effective police force, we must be reflective of the community we serve, working across languages, cultures and transnational borders. The 2023-26 Diversity & Inclusion Strategy is the guiding framework for delivering the AFP’s diversity and inclusion goals and reflecting our commitment to being an employer of choice, incorporating diversity and inclusion principles in day-to-day practice and building a psychologically and culturally safe workplace. This includes hiring people from diverse backgrounds who bring their lived experience to contribute, and add value, to the AFP. Find out more about how the AFP embraces diversity and inclusion.
Contacts and Closing Information
Contact Officer - Tim Dal Cortivo,
Contact Officer Phone: 02 5126 3273,
Contact Officer Email: tim.dalcortivo@afp.gov.au
Applications Close: 11:59pm (AEST) 02/05/2024
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