Team Leader - Planning & Performance - Southern Command

Job Details EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time LOCATION- VIC AFP BAND & SALARY- Band 07 ($113,563.00 - $121,628.00) JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 13560 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.
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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?
AFP Corporate Enabling Services The AFP's corporate enabling services are delivered through a centrally distributed tiered operating model, supporting the AFP through the functions of Human Resources (HR), Finance and Commercial, Procurement, Contract Management, Planning and Performance.
As a Corporate Team Leader, you play a pivotal role in developing people, managing change and influencing behaviours that lead to a supportive culture consistent with the AFP values, AFP Core Leadership Continuum, the AFP Corporate Plan and your Performance Development Agreement.
You will be responsible for the execution of your team's duties and possess the ability to communicate with influence, demonstrating a high degree of independence to provide advice to a diverse range of stakeholders, including Senior Executives.
You are a motivated, skilled, and client-focused professional, who is forward-thinking in driving corporate excellence and achieving desired outcomes through continuous improvement.
Role Summary As the Team Leader of the Planning & Performance Team, you report to and work under the broad direction of the Assistant Corporate Business Partner and Corporate Business Partner.
You are responsible for leading and managing your team in the day-to-day delivery of planning and performance services, portfolio, program and change management and governance and assurance services for the Command/s aligned with the CCSU service offer.
You will build and maintain comprehensive Command business acumen that coupled with your subject matter expertise will enable the delivery of relevant, timely and evidence-based HR services that will position the Command to achieve superior operational outcomes.
You will work collaboratively with other CCSU Leaders, Command Executives and national teams/centres of excellence to solve complex corporate issues through the provision of consistent high-quality customer service to stakeholders, and foster a positive reputation and trust in the team.
This role is based in Southern Command (SC), Melbourne.
As a Team Leader you also play a pivotal role in developing people, managing change and influencing behaviours that lead to a supportive culture that respects the perspectives, talents and value of each individual.
Consistent with the AFP values, AFP leadership philosophy, organisational reform agendas, AFP corporate business plans and your Performance Development Agreement, the expectation is that you will deliver on the core responsibilities and meet any requirements of the position as outlined below.
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.
What will you do?
As the Planning & Performance Team Leader, you will undertake complex work under limited direction, while leading your team to deliver high-quality corporate enabling services in accordance with the CCSUs agreed service offerings.
Your responsibilities include the following: Work collaboratively with the COO Portfolio, national teams to effectively align annual business planning with organisational and command-specific strategic direction, actively support major projects and initiatives and deliver governance and assurance services.
Oversee support to the management team in regards to high-level performance monitoring, data analysis and reporting in accordance with regional and organisational priorities.
Contribute to the development of AFP New Policy Proposals (NPPs) through the provision of Command specific data estimations, actioning requests from the COO Portfolio and tracking the Command's progress in relation to New Policy Initiatives (NPI).
Lead a team to: track the Command's progress in relation to New Policy Initiatives (NPI).
develop Command-specific strategies to address compliance issues and undertake compliance reporting on all Command activities.
manage the audit schedule, including oversight of audit reporting and information.
monitor Command-specific governance instruments ensuring they are up-to-date, relevant, and aligned with AFP best practice.
deliver Command-specific program/project status reports to inform the Command's monthly briefings and Capability Board reporting requirements.
deliver risk management activities, including assessing the Command's operational risks and mitigation strategies.
Support the Command during Senate Estimates, including responding to queries as they arise as well as overseeing the coordination and preparation of accurate and meaningful Command specific data.
Oversee internal communications/marketing in conjunction with other CCSU teams.
Oversee and coordinate SC careers and recruitment marketing events and volunteers in consultation with AFP Recruitment Marketing.
Develop and maintain content for the SC Hub Site (in partnership with SC Commercial Support).
Coordinate output and provision of subject matter expertise to the SC Culture Committee.
Provision of insightful, persuasive and trusted advice to a diverse range of senior stakeholders and frontline clients.
Research and identify opportunities for improvement, utilising innovative concepts and methodologies to enhance business outcomes and facilitate change.
Oversee and ensure the delivery of all relevant business, strategic and enterprise-wide reporting requirements.
Maintain currency in subject matter expertise through ongoing professional development and learning opportunities outside the formal education process to ensure you are up to date with the impact of changes in Government policy and initiate and contribute to appropriate responses.
Effectively build and maintain capability within the team, while managing the day-to-day performance of team members.
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.
Relevant qualification or extensive experience and knowledge in area of expertise.
Demonstrated experience in providing effective and high-level consultancy and partnership support to senior management.
Excellent communication, stakeholder management and project management skills.
Experience in Business Planning Additional Information This role is located in Melbourne and applicants are expected to be based in Melbourne.
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.
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 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 LGBTQI community and people with a disability.
Contacts and Closing Information Contact Officer - Murat Boyuk, Contact Officer Phone: , Contact Officer Email: Applications Close: 11:59pm (AEST) 02/10/2024 To view our other employment opportunities, please visit our career site.
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