Data Analyst - Professional Standards (Band 5 and Band 6)

Job Details

 

EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time

LOCATION - ACT

AFP BAND & SALARY - Band 05 ($99,285.00 - $107,559.00)

                                       Band 06 ($107,559.00 - $118,673.00)

JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 14067

 

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;
• Four extra mandatory leave rest days per year;
• 18 days of paid personal leave per year;
• Generous superannuation of 15.4%;
• 18 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; and
• Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities.

What is the role?

 

Applications are sought for suitably qualified applicants wishing to be considered for the role of Data Analyst (Band 5 and Band 6). If you have a keen interest in identifying trends, exploring large volumes of data and an appetite for continual learning, then we would like to hear from you.

 

The successful applicant will have demonstrated experience analysing data, creating meaningful insights and articulating their findings through the production of easy to understand reports for the AFP executive and stakeholders. We are establishing a pool to fill current and anticipated vacancies.

 

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?

 

It is expected that the successful applicant will deliver on the core responsibilities and meet any requirements of the position as outlined below. These Canberra based roles are located in Professional Standards. The successful applicant will be responsible for leading data-driven projects that provide insights to assist the Professional Standards Command and broader AFP make sound business decisions. This will include conducting analysis of data from a range of systems. The roles will be involved in the production and quality assurance of regular and ad-hoc reporting.

 

The day-to-day activities may include, but not limited to:

 

• Using AFP systems to access, search, map and prepare data from various source systems.
• Interpreting data, identifying inconsistencies and working collaboratively with stakeholders to resolve the underlying root cause of any issues.
• Communicating key information to stakeholders, from the data verbally, visually (including the creation of dashboards) and in writing. Identifying current and future data requirements, contributing to the ongoing development of datasets.
• Collaborating with key stakeholders to guide best practice data collection and analysis.
• Creating data-driven insights and reports to explore complex business problems.
• Quality assurance of information to ensure compatibility with requests, and accuracy of data outputs.
• Providing guidance to support the ongoing development of team members.
• Improving capability in data analysis processes, through ongoing development and learning opportunities.

 

This role predominantly involves working independently and as part of a team to extract, evaluate, validate and communicate analytical information.

Essential Requirements

 

Band 5

 

• Has contemporary knowledge and experience relevant to the role.
• A Negative Vetting 1 (Secret) security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
• You must be an Australian Citizen at the time of application.
• Conceptual and analytical skills.
• High degree of demonstrated, proficiency in Excel. 
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.

 

Band 6 (Band 5 requirements as well as below)

 

• A strong customer/consumer focus, designing reports and placemats, with the end user in mind.
• Creative thinking.
• Strategic thinking.
• Ability to plan and deliver on multiple concurrent projects.
• Ability to demonstrate initiative and self-management.

Additional Information

 

These roles are based in Canberra, ACT. The applicants are expected to be based in the ACT or relocate to the ACT at their own expense.

Selection Criteria

 

• 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 role. 

 

Only complete applications will be considered. Please review and ensure the uploaded documents are correct for this application after submitting your application.

 

If you are applying for both Band 5 and Band 6 level roles, you are required to provide your pitch at the Band 6 level requirements

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 - Steph Thomas,

Contact Officer Phone: (02) 5126 5349, ​

Contact Officer Email: stephanie.thomas@afp.gov.au

Applications Close: 11:59pm (AEDT) 11/02/2025

 

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