Project Officer

EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time

LOCATION - ACT

AFP BAND & SALARY - Band 05 ($99, $107,559.00)

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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?

Infrastructure Projects within Property Command is responsible for the delivery of the organisations key capital works program including but not limited to, training facilities, security upgrades office refurbishment, new builds and specialist facilities projects nationally. These roles will assist with initiating, planning and implementing projects within time, budget, scope and resourcing constraints and while managing stakeholder expectations. This delivery is achieved through establishing and leading projects under AFP governance framework and delivering project outcomes through direct management of external contracts, including management, design and construction contracts and other contractors.

Successful candidates will have the ability to assist and support the Infrastructure Project Managers to deliver projects and their respective stakeholders across a range of levels and disciplines. These are critical support roles in a fast-paced environment and therefore requires a proactive can-do attitude, high levels of organisational skills, self-drive and initiative. You will be able to identify risks and work effectively under pressure in a changing environment to deliver outcomes.

As a member of Infrastructure Projects, you will be expected to foster and develop internal and external stakeholder relationships by working cohesively within a project specific environment, including anticipating the needs of others to ensure the delivery of project outcomes.

As a Team Member in the AFP, you will 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?

Assist with the support, development, delivery and implementation of capital works projects.

With guidance, assist in project procurement and, contract management activities related to the project within required allocated timeframes.

Participate in the negotiation of contracts and agreements, relating to the capital works projects.

With guidance, manage specific monthly budget, financial, reporting processes.

Provide secretariat duties various internal/external committee and stakeholder meetings.

Assist with adhoc project and property related issues and tasks as they arise.

Contribute to the advice and reporting to the Coordinator and AFP Senior Management on capital works projects.

Pursue, develop and nurture internal and external professional networks appropriate to the Band level to support the efficient and effective management of the AFP's capital works projects.

Be willing to step outside of your core responsibilities to learn and develop new functions and willingness to help team members with their tasks required.

The active promotion of AFP core values and a positive safe, professional, and respectful culture within Property Command.

Essential Requirements

You must be an Australian Citizen.

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

Minimum of one (1) years' experience in a like or related field.

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

Certificate IV in Project Management/Certificate IV in Procurement or demonstrated experience (minimum 1 year) in managing projects.

Certificate IV in Government

Experience in property, projects, procurement or administration

Additional Information

National travel may be required

This role is located in Canberra, ACT and applicants are expected to be based in Canberra

We support flexible work arrangements

This role is an AFP Band 5 level role

Selection Criteria

Organising your work, making sound decisions and achieving outcomes

Communicating and working effectively with other people

Applying technical knowledge, expertise 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: Robert Owen

Contact Officer Phone:

Contact Officer Email:

Applications Close: 11:59pm (AEDT) 29/10/2025

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