Partnerships And Outreach Officer - Human Exploitation

Partnerships and Outreach Officer - Human Exploitation EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time 

LOCATION - QLD

AFP BAND & SALARY  -Band 05, $95,010.00 - $102,927.00 

JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 12837

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 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 from suitably qualified applicants wishing to be considered for the role of Partnerships and Outreach Officer - Human Exploitation in Crime Command. 

The complexity, breadth and pace of AFP Human Exploitation will require you to anticipate and adapt to changing work priorities and be dynamic and flexible in your approach to day-to-day work. Your contribution will be meaningful, rewarding and deliver tangible outcomes to enhance and bolster law enforcement capabilities and operational efforts to counter child exploitation and human trafficking.

The Partnerships and Outreach Team has responsibility for identifying and fostering beneficial partnerships between law enforcement and external stakeholders including non-government organisations, industry, and partner agencies to drive mutually beneficial outcomes to meet the strategic objectives of Human Exploitation.

As the Partnerships and Outreach Offer, you will be contributing to the delivery of strategic initiatives, projects and maintaining partnerships that support and raise the operational profile of the Australian Centre to Counter Child Exploitation, child protection and human trafficking.

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? Assist in the development and delivery of evidence-based projects to meet the strategic objectives of the Partnerships and Outreach Team Develop project plans, communication and stakeholder engagement strategies Explore opportunities to raise awareness of issues and trends relating to child protection and human trafficking, the role of the AFP and operational outcomes Foster relationships with key stakeholders, including internal and external stakeholders Develop and maintain crime type subject matter expertise, including undertaking regular environmental scanning Provide effective and efficient coordination and administrative support Event management and logistics support for multi-stakeholder events and meetings Support attendance at stakeholder events and meetings as required Assist in the development and coordination of correspondence, ministerial enquiries, executive briefings, evaluations, MOU and governance, or reporting requirements Assist in the delivery of presentations and briefings to stakeholders You must be an Australian Citizen at the time of application A Negative Vetting 1 (Secret) security clearance or the ability to obtain one Strong communication and organisational skills Highly motivated and self-driven Ability to be flexible and dynamic in response to changing business priorities Ability to cultivate collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders and manage complex partnerships Experience in delivery of strategic initiatives and projects Ability to complete psychological clearance pathways Child Protection is a high risk psychological impact area. Prior to commencing in the area, and throughout their tenure, applicants will be required to undertake and satisfy specific psychological testing to work in the area.

The following skills and/or experience would be highly regarded:

Relevant qualifications, extensive knowledge or experience in communications, social media, marketing, public relations, business or a related field Contemporary knowledge in human exploitation related topics (child protection or human trafficking) Experience or knowledge in project management or ability to acquire Additional Information This position has been advertised in multiple locations however, the role is located in Brisbane, Queensland. Successful applicants must be willing to relocate to Brisbane and work from the Australian Centre to Counter Child Exploitation.

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. 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 Diversity and inclusion is an operational priority for the Australian Federal Police (AFP). To be an effective police force, we must be reflective of the community we serve, working across languages, cultures and transnational borders. The 2023-26 Diversity & Inclusion Strategy is the guiding framework for delivering the AFP's diversity and inclusion goals and reflecting our commitment to being an employer of choice, incorporating diversity and inclusion principles in day-to-day practice and building a psychologically and culturally safe workplace. This includes hiring people from diverse backgrounds who bring their lived experience to contribute, and add value, to the AFP. Find out more about how the AFP embraces diversity and inclusion .

Contacts and Closing Information Contact Officer  -Simone McKeough,

Contact Officer Phone: (02) 5126 4012,

Contact Officer Email: Applications Close:  11:59pm (AEDT) 25/03/2024

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