Executive Officers

EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time

LOCATION - ACT

AFP BAND & SALARY - Band 6 $102,917 - $113, 563 | Band 7 $113,563 - $121,628

JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 12981

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.

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 AFP currently have a number of vacancies for Executive Officers across a range of business areas. The role of an Executive Officer predominantly focuses on delivering critical and high level support to the executive and across the business area.

Working as an Executive Officer will provide you the opportunity to get involved with business operations including implementation and development of business projects. You will play an important role aiding Executives in their decision-making and administration processes, and proactively manage workflows and competing priorities. Executive Officers also source, compile and deliver briefings, internal and external communications, and engage in stakeholder consultations.

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?
Research, plan, deliver and coordinate projects as determined by the Commander/Manager.
Proactively manage workflows, write reports and briefs, assist with resource management and contribute to policy development and review.
Liaise and consult with staff across the Command to achieve divisional priorities, including responding effectively to emerging issues.
Represent the interests of the Commander/Manager’s office with key internal & external stakeholders and at various meetings.
Develop and maintain a network of relationships across the AFP as well as private and public sectors.
Maintain currency in project management methodology through ongoing professional development and learning opportunities outside the formal education process.
Essential Requirements
A Negative Vetting 1 (Secret) security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
A high attention to detail.
Ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with clients and organisational peers.
Have contemporary knowledge and experience relevant to the role.
Excellent communication; both verbal and written.
About the AFP

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
Selection Criteria
Achieve results
Communicates with influence
Contributes to strategic thinking
Cultivates productive working relationships
Shows personal drive and integrity
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.

Employment Suitability

Have your fingerprints taken if an offer of employment is made.
Undertake mandatory drug testing