Border Force Supervisor, MBC Partnerships

Job Req ID

ABF - 139020

Location

ACT 

 Employment Type

Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time 

Classification

APS Level 6 - $94,563.00 and $107,713.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata)

Contact Officer

Michelle Carney on 0466 465 965 or michelle.carney@homeaffairs.gov.au  

Office Arrangements

Onsite  - Flexible working arrangements can be negotiated in accordance with our Enterprise Agreement and the operational requirements of the role.
 

Applications close on 10/08/2025 at 11:59pm AEST (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.

About our opportunity

This process is being used to fill 2 immediate positions. 

Applicants suitable for the role but not offered the position for the current vacancy may be placed in a merit list or pool to fill similar vacancies for up to 18 months anywhere in ACT; NSW; NT; QLD; SA; TAS; VIC; WA.
 

About our team

DC National Operations | Maritime Border Command & OSB | MBC Deputy Commander | MBC Partnerships

The MBC Partnerships Directorate is responsible for the delivery of high-level strategic guidance on domestic and international engagement activities; contributing to engagement related briefing and strategic communications support to the MBC Executive. It provides strategic analysis and advice to domestic and foreign partners on MBC's position within the whole-of-government civil maritime security community, linking in to the broader ABF, Home Affairs Portfolio and whole-of-government systems to support MBC's mission. This serves to transition policy initiatives into operational effect. The Directorate's Strategic Communications Team manages all MBC Social and Printed Media supporting MBC's narrative in combatting civil maritime security threats.

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Our ideal candidate

Our ideal candidate must be a confident communicator and skilled organiser, with the ability to represent the ABF in professional settings. They must understand the strategic value of engagement, manage competing priorities well, and building trust with diverse stakeholders.

Duties and responsibilities

• Develop engagement briefs, country profiles, talking points, and strategic summaries in preparation for senior-level participation in regional and international forums (e.g. QUAD, Five Eyes, JHOPS, ASEAN, ReCAAP).
• Represent ABF at working-level international forums and contribute to building relationships with foreign civil maritime agencies and regional bodies.
• Lead coordination of travel and engagement programs for ABF senior executives, including logistics, clearance processes, and delivery of supporting documentation (briefing packs, itineraries, meeting agendas, speeches, and presentations).
• Collaborate with posted officers and international partners to identify operational opportunities to enhance civil maritime cooperation with Pacific countries.
• Work with interagency partners such as DFAT, ADF, AMSA, and AFMA to ensure alignment of Australia's civil maritime security engagement with national priorities.
• Coordinate and track work outputs from various internal MBC teams to ensure a collaborative and collective response is provided on behalf of the Command. 
• Contribute to drafting of civil maritime security-related content in strategic documents and interdepartmental committees.
• Track and support post-engagement outcomes and ensure MBC positions are reflected in relevant regional cooperation processes.

Additional information

The APS6 Senior Partnerships Officer plays a central role in coordinating and delivering ABF's regional engagement with partner countries and multilateral bodies. Operating under limited direction, the role involves preparing high-quality strategic inputs, building interagency relationships, and representing the ABF at working-level international forums. Officers must be responsive, analytical, and capable of operating effectively across civil maritime security initiatives.

Our successful candidate must:

• Fulfil the Department's minimum requirements by satisfactorily answering all screening questions during the application process
• Swear an oath or make an affirmation into the ABF and be uniformed if the position requires
• Actively participate in career management (postings and deployments either intra or interstate).
• Be open to occasional domestic or international travel as it may be required as part of the role.

This is a unique opportunity to work in a multi-agency taskforce with a dynamic culture, exposure to a variety of tasks in a role that will keep you challenged and engaged. You will have access to comprehensive training and be provided professional development opportunities.

How to apply

Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 10/08/2025 at 11:59pm (midnight) AEST  – Late applications will not be accepted.

As part of your application, you will be required to prepare and submit a response to the selection criteria, please provide 250 word response to each application question.

• Provide an example of a time when you were able to use your expertise to achieve outcomes in your work or provide a benefit to the business area you were working for, what expertise did you provide and how did it add value? 
• Provide an example of a time where you developed a relationship with external clients that led to a favourable result. What role did you play and what was the outcome?
• Tell me about a time when you were required to deliver complex information to an audience, how did you go about it?

Applicant response documents must be a minimum 11pt font in MSWord or PDF format, include your full name and the Requisition Number – 139020 in the document footer.

​​​​​​​Prior to preparing your response it is recommended you review the Work Level standards relevant to the classification you are applying to. It may also be useful to refer to the Integrated Leadership Systems information relevant to the classification.

Eligibility

To be eligible for the position you must be an Australian Citizen.

The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting Level 1 (AGSVA) security clearance, and:
 

• ABF Workers will also be required to obtain and maintain an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC).
• Home Affairs Workers will also be required to obtain and maintain an Onboarding Check.
   

In certain circumstances, an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC) may be required in addition to, or in lieu of, an Onboarding Check, which will be determined by the delegate as necessary.  

Diversity and inclusion

The Department is committed to workforce diversity and applicants who are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, come from a diverse cultural or linguistic background or have a disability are encouraged to apply.

RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability

Technical assistance

For technical enquiries please call or email for assistance:

• Email: recruitment@homeaffairs.gov.au
• Phone: 1300 793 883 (within Australia) or +61 2 6196 0444 (outside of Australia)

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Notes

The Department of Home Affairs offers an attractive remuneration package, including salary, superannuation benefits and flexible working conditions appropriate to the level of the position. The Australian Public Service (APS) Employee Value Proposition (EVP) highlights the top reasons our employees enjoy working in the APS.

The Department may provide relocation assistance to eligible APS employees required to relocate. The level of assistance will vary depending on the reason for relocating and your personal circumstances. For further information please enquire with the contact officer listed in the advertisement.

Information about employment and advice on how to apply for vacancies can be obtained from the Department’s website at https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/about-us/careers

Candidates should be aware that in roles where vaccination against COVID-19 is required by public health orders/directions or other legislation proof of vaccination will be required. If a candidate is not fully vaccinated or is unwilling to be vaccinated within a reasonable time period, they may not be offered that role.