Business Partner

EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time

LOCATION - ACT

AFP BAND & SALARY - Band 06 ($107, ,673.00)

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

Are you looking for an opportunity that offers meaningful work and allows you to showcase your professionalism and stakeholder engagement skills?

As a senior team member within the AFP, you will:

provide strategic advice on the best practice procurement and procurement strategies specialising in capital works projects.

exhibit sound judgement and a willingness to innovate and experiment with different approaches.

build and maintain collaborative relationships with external and internal stakeholders

build a customer-centric culture that adapts to solve complex issues.

embody the AFP's values and the inclusive culture to which we aspire.

What will you do?

As a Senior Team Member you play a pivotal role in developing people, managing change and influencing behaviours that create a supportive culture that respects the perspectives, talents and value of each individual.

The role of Senior Team Member includes but is not limited to the following responsibilities:

Developing team members and fulfilling a guiding, mentoring and advisory role.

Engage with key stakeholders and form project specific relationships, to ensure delivery of project outcomes in a successful and collaborative environment.

Manage project procurement, contract management activities, and participate in the negotiation of contracts and agreements, relating to the capital works projects.

Pursue, develop and nurture internal and external professional networks and collaborative working relationships to ensure the efficient and effective management of the AFP's capital works projects.

Maintain accurate records and comply with the reporting and other regulatory requirements of Government.

Provide sound advice to business on ways to improve of enhance their business practices

Ensuring appropriate action is taken to anticipate, communicate, investigate and resolve problems in systems and services.

Represent Central Procurement Services at various inter and intra agency meetings as required

We're interested in hearing from people who have strong stakeholder engagement experience and the ability to ask the right questions and find the right solutions.

Essential Requirements

You must be an Australian Citizen.

A Negative Vetting 1 (Secret) security clearance or the ability to obtain one.

Demonstrated experience in project support, finance, administration including for example budgets, financial management, reporting, procurement and contract management.

Demonstrated understanding and working experience of Government procurement including policies and legislation.

Desirable Requirements

Demonstrated experience in delivering applicable corporate services

Knowledge of government and industry strategic initiatives

Additional Information

This is a AFP Band Level 6 Position.

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

We support flexible work arrangements, however it is expected that the successful applicants will work from the office at least 2-3 days per week for team connectivity and collaboration;

National or International travel may be required.

For further information regarding this opportunity and what it is like to work within the Procurement Team at the AFP, please click this Link to view the Candidate Pack.

Selection Criteria

Band 6 and above

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 (maximum two pages). 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 asked to complete additional assessments or activities to determine suitability for the role. This may also include 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: Sarah Wilson,

Contact Officer Phone: ,

Contact Officer Email: CPS-BP-

Applications Close: 11:59pm (AEST) 04/09/2025

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