Coordinator Cabinet

EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time

LOCATION - ACT

AFP BAND & SALARY - Executive Level, $156,413.00 - $206,392.00

JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 10488

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.

Australian Federal Police

Policing for a safer Australia - the world is changing, crime is changing, we are changing to meet new challenges.

The mission of the AFP 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.

The AFP offers a generous remuneration and conditions package, full details can be found in the AFP Enterprise Agreement.

Role Summary

Applications are sought from suitably qualified applicants wishing to be considered for a highly sought after Coordinator opportunity in the Strategy and Performance Office, within the Australian Federal Police. This role is based in Canberra.

Role Description & Responsibilities

As a leader, you are responsible for driving capability at the strategic level and developing collaborative internal and external relationships to enhance the AFP’s outcomes and reputation. You will be flexible and agile to achieve organisational objectives in an environment of ongoing change.

The Strategy & Performance Office (SPO) is focused on ideas, influence and insights, and maximises AFP operational impact by translating the agency’s strategic intent into whole-of-AFP activity. SPO plays a critical role in managing enterprise priorities, nurturing strategic thinking into reforms and resourcing, facilitating strong enterprise decision-making, and continuously improving outcomes for AFP.

**The Cabinet team is responsible for**:
facilitating and managing the development and lodgement of submissions and papers for Cabinet and its committees, particularly NSC and SCNS.
Providing advice and guidance to AFP Commands to inform their consideration of Cabinet matters.
Leading the development of high-quality briefing material, in consultation with AFP Commands, for the AFP Commissioner, Deputy Commissioners and Chief Operating Officer on matters for consideration by Cabinet and its Committees.
Convening pre-briefs and de-briefs with the AFP Commissioner and other senior executive, and providing advice and guidance to the AFP Commissioner as necessary during these briefings.
Leading the AFP’s engagement with Cabinet processes, delivering training to AFP Commands on Cabinet matters, and ensuring compliance with all Cabinet processes, including the management of classified material in a security and appropriate manner.
Essential Requirements

A demonstrated understanding of whole of government Cabinet processes would be highly desirable.
Ability to obtain a minimum Negative vetting 2 security clearance;
Relevant qualifications or extensive experience and knowledge relevant to the role;
Strong verbal and written communication skills;
Highly developed strategic thinking skills, relationship management and negotiation skills in support of strategic outcomes; and
Demonstrated ability to lead a high performing team.
Desirable Requirements

**We are looking for a leader who**:
is willing and able to deliver results in compressed timeframes and attack complex issues in a dynamic environment;
is capable, energetic and resilient in navigating uncertainty and constantly changing priorities;
can cultivate strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, work collaboratively at all levels, and maximise engagement opportunities with partner agencies and jurisdictional partners;
has superior analytical skills, is able to harness information, and identify innovative approaches to achieving the AFP’s strategic intent;
has advanced communication skills, focussed on clearly articulating key issues and negotiating outcomes that advance the AFP’s position; and
understands the role of the AFP in the Australian and international policing context, and broader law enforcement and national security environment and ensures the AFP position is cognisant of this broader context.
Selection Criteria

Achieve results
Communicates with influence
Contributes to strategic thinking
Cultivates productive working relationships
Shows personal drive and integrity
Technical knowledge and skills (relevant to the role)
Required Application Documents

Applicant response (pitch - maximum two pages)
Resume/CV
Advice for Applicants

Application

All mandatory fields must be completed by the applicant. Applicants must provide all requested documents as outlined above in 'Required Application Documents'.

Employment Suitability Requirements

Applicants, who are not current AFP employees, that progress to the next stage of an AFP recruitment process will be required to provide the following: