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: Five weeks (25 days) of paid annual leave per year additional paid Christmas stand down 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 The key duties of the position include Criminal Assets Litigation (CAL) is an operational function of the AFP's Chief Counsel Portfolio (CCP) that independently litigates proceeds of crime matters under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002, the Mutual Assistance in Criminal Matters Act 1987, the International Criminal Court Act 2002 and the International War Crimes Tribunals Act 1995. There are currently two Executive Level opportunities within CAL. Deputy General Counsel & Coordinator - Criminal Assets Litigation (Information Management) - Sydney Deputy General Counsel & Coordinator Criminal Assets Litigation and Practice Management - Melbourne As an Executive Level AFP appointee, you will ensure the achievement of outcomes are in accordance with the regulatory framework, the AFP Code of Conduct and the AFP Governance Instruments. Appointees at the Executive Level work under the strategic direction of the senior executive and are responsible for the leadership and management of a number of teams to deliver outcomes. Appointees at this level require in depth knowledge and understanding of the AFP business and the impact of roles and functions undertaken in relation to the organisation's reputation to effectively manage operations. What will you do? An Executive Level role is responsible for leading and managing a team/s dedicated to delivering a business function to the AFP. The role has both a practical and strategic focus requiring the application of sound business principles in the management of resources to meet AFP outputs in the most effective and efficient manner. This work may include: Delivering on intended results using expertise to achieve team objectives ensuring all financial and human resources within their team are effectively directed to the achievement of business area outcomes Building capability and responsiveness within the business area contributing to the development of corporate business planning, strategies, and the strategic direction of activities within the AFP Leading and managing change showing judgment, intelligence and common-sense and a shared direction Thinking ahead and including broader perspectives, as well as nurturing internal and external networks to facilitate cooperation and partnerships Using extensive knowledge and expertise to guide, mentor, and develop team leaders and members to ensure the sustainability of skills and knowledge in the AFP Demonstrating professional and ethical behaviours displaying initiative, courage and resilience while valuing and using individual differences and diversity to best effect Maintaining currency in policy, legislation and subject matter expertise through ongoing professional development and learning opportunities outside the formal education process Providing high level conceptual and strategic advice, conducting briefings with and communicating clearly keeping Senior Executive staff relevantly informed Negotiating and working to reconcile diverse views For role specific responsibilities, please see below linked candidate packs. Deputy General Counsel & Coordinator - Criminal Assets Litigation (Information Management) - Sydney Deputy General Counsel & Coordinator Criminal Assets Litigation and Practice Management - Melbourne
