Vacancy - Senior Investigative Assistant

The Australian Federal Police (AFP) is inviting applications for an Senior Investigative Assistant, which is a full-time position classified at Level 6 (LE6). The closing date for applications is 9 January 2025, 4.30pm (Bangkok time).  A merit list will be drawn upon to fill future vacancies.

Click here for Position Description (PD) which also sets out specific skills and other qualifications is attached.

 

How to Apply

Please complete your application through the Department’s application management system, eRecruit. Please visit www.thailand.embassy.gov.au under ‘Job Opportunity’.

Enquiries regarding the position may be directed to the Human Resources Unit at [email protected]

 

Selection Criteria

1. Extensive knowledge and experience in investigating and countering transnational crime in Thailand and the Mekong; and a comprehensive understanding of the AFP, including its role and operational, strategic and capability development activities in Thailand.
2. Demonstrated experience in capability development program management and a track record of delivering program outcomes; including an ability to work independently, collaborate with a broad range of stakeholders, plan effectively and work in a cross-cultural team.
3. Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, and a demonstrated ability to provide specialist technical and strategic advice to senior AFP which contributes to long term strategic planning for the AFP in Thailand.
4. Excellent written and spoken English and Thai communication skills, including the ability to represent the AFP and the Australian Embassy with high level external stakeholders, communicate with influence and prepare complex and sensitive documentation.

 

Contract Conditions:

Position:	Senior Investigative Assistant
Position Number:	BK03008
Work Level Classification:	LE 6
Commencement Salary:	THB 94,919 per month* *Note: Thailand LES Salary Table – July 2024
Department:	Australian Federal Police (AFP)
Date of Commencement:	As soon as possible
Employment Period:	Two years and six months
Probationary Period:	Three months
Place of Work:	Australian Embassy, Bangkok

 

Employment will be subject to the successful completion of pre-employment probity checks (including police checks) and a medical examination. The actual start date will be confirmed following the outcome of your probity checks and police checks, which will be carried out in Thailand, Australia, any countries where the successful candidate is a citizen, and any countries where the successful candidate has resided for 6 months or more in the past 5 years. Please note that costs for a police check in any countries other than Thailand must be met by the successful candidate.

For prospective expatriate employees, please note that all costs associated with the employee’s relocation to and stay in Thailand is the employee’s responsibility.  This includes visa fees and costs to travel to Thailand. The employee will also be responsible for organising their own residential accommodation during their period of stay.

The Embassy can provide limited assistance to the employee and immediate family members (spouse and children) when requesting for Thai visa(s) and permit to stay.    

It is the employees’ responsibility to obtain the relevant documents and ensure that they comply with immigration regulations that relate to their employment with the Embassy in Thailand. Prospective applicants are advised to investigate living conditions and costs. In considering this position, Australian applicants should make themselves aware of the Australian taxation arrangements for Australian citizens working overseas.

Please note that only ELIGIBLE applications will be considered, and only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview and provided with feedback on the selection process, on request.