Coordinator Ministerial and Parliamentary Liaison

EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time

LOCATION - ACT

AFP BAND & SALARY - Executive Level ($168, $222,149.00)

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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 18 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:

Five weeks (25 days) of paid annual leave per year + additional paid Christmas stand down

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? We are seeking an experienced and driven individual to fill the role of Coordinator Ministerial and Parliamentary Liaison. This is a high profile and fast paced leadership position critical to supporting the AFP's engagement with the Minister's Office, Parliament and Senior Executives.

As a Coordinator, you will lead a dedicated team responsible for delivering high quality ministerial and parliamentary services including the drafting of ministerial correspondence, briefs, Question Time Briefs, overseeing the Senate Estimates preparation process, drafting responses to parliamentary questions and parliamentary committee hearing packs to prepare Senior Executives for committee appearances. You will work closely with senior departmental leaders to ensure timely, accurate and strategically aligned advice and support.

This role is best suited to a proactive leader with exceptional communication, coordination and stakeholder engagement skills and a deep understanding of government and parliamentary processes.

The merit pool from this position may also be used to fill other leadership roles within the AFP.

What will you do?

Lead the Ministerial and Parliamentary Liaison team to deliver high-quality outputs including briefs, correspondence, Question Time Briefs as well as overseeing Senate Estimates and parliamentary processes

Provide strategic advice to the Senior Executive and line areas on ministerial and parliamentary matters and processes

Manage effective relationships with the Minister's Office, Parliament, internal and external stakeholders

Oversee workflows and assurance processes to ensure the timeliness, quality and consistency of all ministerial and parliamentary products

Drive improvements in systems, processes and capability related to ministerial and parliamentary coordination

Lead and manage staff performance, development and engagement in a high-pressure, high-paced environment

Represent the AFP at inter-agency or whole of government forums

Essential Requirements

You must be an Australian Citizen at the time of application

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

A strong understanding of ministerial and parliamentary processes and the machinery of government

Proven leadership experience in high-pressure environments with shifting priorities and tight deadlines

Desirable Requirements

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with acute attention to detail and the ability to translate complex information into clear, concise products

Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to work diplomatically and confidently with senior executives and Ministerial and Parliamentary Offices

A commitment to continuous improvement, innovation and building team capability

Sound judgement, political acumen and resilience

Selection Criteria

Achieve results

Communicates with influence

Contributes to strategic thinking

Cultivates productive working relationships

Shows personal drive and integrity

Technical knowledge and skills

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.

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: Ellen Lihos,

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Applications Close: 11:59pm (AEST) 13/10/2025

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