Program Manager

EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time

LOCATION - ACT

AFP BAND & SALARY - Band 06, $99,929.00 - $110,255.00

JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 11169

This advertisement is to fill current vacancies and create a merit pool for future 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 to 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
Access to ongoing training and development to support ambitions

What is the role?

Cybercrime has been designated one of the Australia’s priority crime threats. AFP’s Cyber Command plays a key role in national efforts against cybercrime with a focus on:
High end Commonwealth cybercrime investigations;
National coordination of the law enforcement response to cyber threats;
Offshore disruption; and
Prevention and support.

Cyber Command has primary responsibility for the investigation of cybercrimes against the Commonwealth Government, critical infrastructure and systems of national significance or those that impact on the whole of Australian economy.

Within Cyber Command, the Capability Uplift Team provides oversight and management of the delivery of capability development initiatives. In particular, we are enhancing enterprise capabilities and the Command’s capacity to counter cybercrime through our Countering Cybercrime New Policy Initiative program, following the Government’s investment through Australia’s Cyber Security Strategy 2020.

Our work on the program involves designing, managing and evaluating projects with a remit to enhance AFP’s cyber capabilities. These include training projects, recruitment initiatives, and organisational change activities.

Applications are sought from suitably qualified applicants wishing to be considered for the role of Program Manager - Cyber Capability Uplift.

What will you do?

Your primary responsibility as a Program Manager will be to plan, organise, and manage multiple uplift projects. This includes:
Maintaining a program plan that outlines the goals, objectives, and timeline for the Countering Cybercrime program
Ensuring that the projects are aligned with the overall goals and objectives of the program
Coordinating the work of teams involved in the projects
Monitoring and reporting on the progress of the projects
Managing the budget and finances of the program, including monitoring expenses and ensuring that the program stays within budget
Essential Requirements

Must be an Australian Citizenship
A Negative Vetting 1 (Secret) security clearance or the ability to obtain one
Desirable Requirements

The following skills and/or experience would be highly regarded:
Relevant qualifications or extensive experience and knowledge in project/program management
A strong understanding of financial processes within AFP or a similar government agency
Experience working in or with a uniformed organisation
Experience using StrategyDotZero to manage a program or projects
Additional Information

This position has been advertised in multiple locations however, the role is located in Canberra. Successful applicants must be willing to relocate to Canberra.
Selection Criteria

Achieves Results (10% weighting)
Contributes to Strategic Thinking (10% weighting)
Cultivates Productive Working Relationships (10% weighting)
Shows Personal Drive and Integrity (10% weighting)
Communicates with Influence (10% weighting)
Technical skills and knowledge (50% weighting)

**For this role, “technical skills and knowledge” consists of**:
Project/program management skills and/or knowledge, including communications skills
Project/program design mindset, including business planning skills and/or knowledge
Analytical thinking, including qualitative and quantitative evaluation skills and/or knowledge
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