Digital Information Management Officer

Job Details

EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Non-Ongoing for a period of 24 months

LOCATION - NSW

AFP BAND & SALARY - Band 05 ($99,285.00 - $107,559.00) + 22% Composite

JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 14483

This advertisement is to fill current vacancies and create a merit list for future 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?

On 12 November 2020, the Prime Minister announced the establishment of the Office of Special Investigator (OSI) to investigate the findings from the Inspector-General of the Australian Defence Force (IGADF) Afghanistan Inquiry. The OSI investigations are headed by the Director of Investigations working closely with the OSI Director-General and the Special Investigator.

The OSI is a unique and rare operating environment bringing together detectives, intelligence analysts, and other professionals from across the AFP, state and territory police forces, the Australian Border Force, and the Attorney General's Department to investigate allegations of war crimes committed by members of the Australian Defence Force (ADF) between 2005 and 2016 in Afghanistan.

This role attracts a composite allowance in recognition of expanded working hours, normal patterns of attendance and shift patterns (such as afternoon shifts, weekends and Designated Public Holidays) that are required under the Operations working pattern. In accordance with the AFP Enterprise Agreement, an employee who is required to work in accordance with the Operations working pattern will receive a Core Composite of 22% in addition to their base salary, which will count as salary for superannuation. The Commissioner has the authority to remove a composite from a role. 

Successful candidates must demonstrate experience and/or familiarization with NUIX to manage large volumes of data. 

Suitability for OSI will be determined by the Selection Advisory Committee consisting of AFP and OSI representatives, and positions will be subject to availability, and suitability in line with objectives of the OSI.

As a Team Member in the AFP 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?

The OSI are looking at establishing a Digital Information Management Officer position embedded within the OSI Digital Forensics team in Sydney.  The position will primarily support the senior E-Discovery / NUIX Analyst and provide operational support to active investigations through data analysis and review, and brief preparation.  

The role responsibilities include but are not limited to:
 

• Scripting E-Discovery applications using Python programming language; 
• Support legal and investigation teams with relevant software applications; 
• Understand and document business requirements, objectives and solutions; 
• Present data in a way that is meaningful to investigators and prosecutors; 
• Assist to resolve problems arising from the management of evidence review; 
• Leverage current AFP software applications to assist with investigations; 
• Engage with investigation teams to ensure awareness and assist with the creation of workflow using the technological capabilities available to assist their investigations; 
• Work closely with the team supervisors and senior managers to support the achievement of strategic outcomes, business planning and process improvements; 
• Liaise with other capabilities and service areas to optimise the support provided to investigators; 
• Liaise with clients, external vendors and internal staff at all levels in a respectful manner; and 
• Tasks as directed by the Senior E-Discovery / NUIX Analyst.

Remuneration

OSI investigators are based in Sydney, NSW, in close proximity to AFP Eastern Command. The OSI remuneration framework relevant to this position is attached to this advertisement. Key elements of this framework are:

• Successful candidates will be assigned to the Operations Working Pattern, attracting a 22% composite;
• Successful internal candidates deployed to the OSI will be at their substantive level;
• Successful candidates from outside of Sydney are entitled to Domestic Term Transfer entitlements as per the AFP's Domestic Relocations Policy - Term Transfer; and
• Composite OSI Allowance: OSI will fund an additional composite to deployed officers. This composite is on their substantive base salary (exclusive of allowances). Deployed officers from outside the Greater Sydney Area will be paid a composite allowance of 50% of their base salary (exclusive of allowances) and officers' resident in Sydney will receive a 25% allowance of their base salary. Please note that the Composite OSI allowance is not superannuable.

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.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a like or related field.
• Experience with scripting languages including Python.
• Advanced MS Office skills, in particular Excel.
• Strong attention to detail.

Desirable Requirements

• Experience with using information enrichment technologies.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications.
• Cultivates productive working relationships.
• Ability to problem solve and work collaboratively in a team environment.
• The ability to identify problems and take measures to rectify them.
• Effective stakeholder communication.

Additional Information

The role is located in Sydney, and successful applicants are expected to be based in the Sydney region or must be willing to relocate to Sydney.

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

All requested documents must be uploaded to the online application form and submitted before the closing date and time. Any documents not supplied may result in your application being withdrawn from the recruitment process.

The applicant response should provide evidence as to why you are the best fit for the position.

Due to the unique nature of the OSI, applicants need to complete a Conflict of Interest Form detailing any of the following:

• AFP deployments alongside the ADF, particularly Special Forces;
• Personal links to ADF/military, particularly Special Forces; and
• Training by/with ADF, particularly Special Forces.
   

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 LGBTQIA+ community and people with disability.

Contacts and Closing Information

Contact Officer:  Keith Fell,

Contact Officer Phone:  02 5126 2390

Contact Officer Email:  keith.fell@afp.gov.au

Applications Close: 11:59pm (AEST) 21/05/2025

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