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EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time

LOCATION - ACT

AFP BAND & SALARY - Band 06 ($102,927.00 - 113,563.00)

JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 13543

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.

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 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
What is the role?

Applications are sought for a Band 6 Change and Communications Officer within the AFP’s Business Services branch.

As a Team Member in the AFP, you will contribute to achieving 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?

The Change and Communications Team sits within the Business Services Strategy and Compliance Team. It provides change management and communications services to support a diverse range of initiatives across the Business Services branch to enhance communications and service delivery.

Working closely with the Team Leader, you will manage change initiatives from within the Business Services branch. You will work with key business areas to develop and execute change management and communications strategies to ensure smooth transitions during periods of change.

The key responsibilities are:
Develop and implement change management strategies to support project goals and organisational outcomes.
Create and execute communications plans to ensure consistent and clear messaging across all channels.
Create, curate and distribute content across various internal channels (e.g. intranet, email, posters, presentations, newsletters) within AFP brand guidelines.
Develop training support materials to help employees adapt to new processes, systems and structures.
Engage with internal AFP teams, including Strategic Communications, Design Services and Digital Engagement to deliver communications outputs in line with AFP processes and standards.
Organise and facilitate meetings, workshops and focus groups to gather input and feedback from stakeholders.

Please note this role is based in Canberra, ACT.

Essential Requirements
You must be an Australian Citizen at the time of application.
A Negative Vetting 1 (Secret) security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
Demonstrated experience delivering communications within an ADKAR change management framework.
Demonstrated experience developing and distributing communications products across various internal channels.
Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Desirable Requirements
Experience using graphic design programs (such as Adobe Illustrator and In Design) to create visual communications products in line with organisational brand guidelines.
Experience developing learning or training materials.
Bachelor’s degree in communications or change management.
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.

This role is an AFP Band 6 level, and is based in ACT, all applicants will need to be located in ACT to complete 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.
Proof of a minimum of two COVID-19 vaccinations (or one dose if the Janssen vaccine was used) will be required if an offer of employment is made.
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 invited to 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 you 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 LGBTQI community and people with a disability.

Contacts and Closing Information

Contact Officer - Leesa Maroske,

Contact Officer Phone: 02 5126 0994,

Contact Officer Email: leesa.maroske@afp.gov.au

Applications Close: 11:59pm (AEST) 27/09/2024

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