Exhibitions and Public Programs Officer

EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time

LOCATION - ACT

AFP BAND & SALARY - Band 05, $95,010.00 - $102,927.00

JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 13131

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?

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced and dynamic individual to join the AFP in a key role responsible for the development and delivery of curatorial programs.

In line with the Australian Federal Police Museum’s strategic direction, the Exhibitions and Public Programs Officer will focus on initiating, planning, developing, implementing and evaluating relevant, engaging and inspiring exhibitions and public programs that connects the museum with its target audiences.

The Exhibition and Public Programs Officer will be part of the AFP Museum team within the Communications and Customs Branch.

**We're interested in hearing from people who have**:
Applied knowledge of developing professional and contemporary public programs from concept to execution whilst maintaining exemplary project management principles
Outstanding oral communication skills and an ability to write and edit authoritative and accessible text
Demonstrated ability to analyse and conceptualise problems, formulate and execute appropriate creative solutions and negotiate successful outcomes in an innovative and sensitive manner

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?
Develop imaginative and distinctive permanent and temporary public programs that supports the museum’s mission, vision and forward plan
Following best practice museum principles, engage with museum donors, stakeholders, staff in other collecting organisations and police jurisdictions to assess curatorial opportunities and develop a significant and well-documented collection
Keep abreast of contemporary developments in cultural and arts trends and practice
Establish and maintain peer networks within the museum and education industry to identify future project collaboration opportunities
Develop and support effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Essential Requirements
A Negative Vetting 1 (Secret) security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
Tertiary qualifications in education and/or curatorial studies
At least 2 years’ experience in a learning environment or museum education setting
Current ACT Working with Vulnerable Peoples Card
Desirable Requirements
Experience with museum collection management systems
Knowledge of the PACER program
Additional Information

This role is located in Canberra and applicants are expected to be based in the ACT Region

Selection Criteria
Organising your work, making sound decisions and achieving outcomes
Communicating and working effectively with other people
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.

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