Job Description

Job Details

EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time

LOCATION - ACT

AFP BAND & SALARY -Band 5 - $103,256 - $111,861

Band 6 - $111,861 - $123,420

JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 15780

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’re committed to looking after you, with some of the best benefits and conditions in the industry – including (but not limited to):

• 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 14 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 arrangements that support 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?

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates wishing to be considered for the role of Team Member (Band 5) and Senior Team Member (Band 6) in the Strategy and Coordination Team, Defence and Aviation Command.

The Defence and Aviation Command holds strategic responsibility for managing the AFP’s relationship with Defence, including the AFP’s commitments under the AUKUS initiative and the AFP’s Aviation strategy. The Command also works collaboratively across the agency to develop and support the creation of a future‑ready Protective Service Officer workforce.

The successful applicants will work closely with the Team Leader, Strategy and Coordination Team to provide strategic policy advice, coordination and project support to the Defence and Aviation Command.

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?

Successful candidates will be positive, enthusiastic and self-motivated team players who enjoys delivering quality outcomes in a fast-paced high-pressure environment. They will have the ability to identify key issues and priorities, use their initiative to manage tasks that vary in content and complexity, and have analytical and conceptual skills.

They will be committed to contributing to the successful, respectful and supportive team environment through effective communication, embracing diversity and maintaining productive relationship development.

Band 5

As a Team Member of the Strategy and Coordination team, you will be expected to:

• Mentor junior team members and support a positive, supportive and respectful team environment.
• Identify future needs and propose and develop solutions to ensure efficiency and effective delivery of outcomes for the Command and team.
• Work collaboratively with operational and professional members to develop and maintain an understanding of the operating environment.
• Contribute to research, analysis, formulation and developing advice of strategic positions regarding existing and emerging policy and legislative issues and contribute appropriate AFP content and perspective.
• Coordinate the Defence and Aviation Command narrative through collaboratively drafting content, advice and briefings for regular reporting, Senate Estimates, enterprise-wide governance requirements, media enquiries and Executive correspondence.
• Influencing and implementing innovative solutions related to operational practices, procedures and guidelines.
• Other tasks as required by the team to achieve successful outcomes.

Band 6

As a Senior Team Member of the Strategy and Coordination team, you will be expected to:

• Guide and mentor junior team members and support a positive, supportive and respectful team environment.
• Anticipate and identify future requirements and develop solutions to ensure efficient and effective delivery of outcomes for the Command and team.
• Work collaboratively with operational and professional members to develop and maintain an understanding of the operating environment.
• Lead research, analysis and development of advice on strategic positions regarding existing and emerging policy and legislative issues and contribute appropriate AUKUS related content and perspective.
• Coordinate the Defence and Aviation Command narrative through collaboratively drafting content, advice and briefings for regular reporting, Senate Estimates, enterprise-wide governance requirements, media enquiries and Executive correspondence.
• Influencing and implementing innovative solutions related to corporate practices, procedures and guidelines.
• Other tasks as required by the team to achieve successful outcomes.

Essential Requirements

Band 5:

• You must be an Australian Citizen at the time of application.
• Negative Vetting 1 (Secret) security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
• Contemporary knowledge and experience relevant to the role and/or a willingness to learn.
• A commitment to contributing to a respectful, supportive and considerate team environment and embracing diversity
• Demonstrated stakeholder management skills and the ability to form productive working relationships as a member of a team.

Band 6:

• You must be an Australian Citizen at the time of application.
• Negative Vetting 1 (Secret) security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
• The ability to think strategically and apply this thinking to the AUKUS Command’s deliverables.
• Demonstrated coordination skills, with experience managing competing priorities and achieving results in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong writing skills, with the ability to write quickly and succinctly using plain language.
• Demonstrated stakeholder engagement skills, with experience communicating effectively with a range of audiences.
• The ability to effectively collaborate across teams and build productive professional networks.

Desirable Requirements

• An ability to work in a complex and dynamic environment.
• Tertiary qualifications in relevant field, relevant qualification or extensive experience and knowledge in area of expertise

Additional Information

• These roles is based in ACT and applicants need to be located in ACT or relocate at own expense
• These roles are at an AFP Band 5 and Band 6 level

Selection Criteria

Band 5

• Organising your work, making sound decisions and achieving outcomes
• Communicating and working effectively with other people
• Applying technical knowledge, expertise and skills

Band 6

• 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 rol e. If you wish to be considered for both band levels your pitch should address the work level standards of the highest band.

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

We're all individuals and we love that. 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: Hannah Ingle

Contact Officer Phone: +61 (0)2 51262163 ​

Contact Officer Email: Hannah.Ingle@afp.gov.au

Applications Close: 11:59pm (AEDT) 03/04/2026

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