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EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time; Ongoing Part time
LOCATION - ACT; NSW; QLD; SA; VIC; WA
AFP BAND & SALARY - Technical Specialist - Band 4, $187,845.00 - $205,125.00
JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 132+4
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
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
What is the role?
The SAP Functional Consultant / Configuration role is based in the Chief Information Officer Command - SAP Team and will work closely with SAP development and testing resources, together with SAP business teams.
The SAP Functional Consultant / Configuration role involves.
Translation of high-level design and business requirements into detail design documents.
Responsible for aligning SAP solutions with the defined requirements and intended business outcomes and configuration of the agreed solutions, where required.
Development of solutions in a development environment.
Technical Specialists provide expert consultancy within their area of specialism. They develop and promote technical solutions which support the business requirements of the AFP, within their area of expertise.
A Technical Specialist role does not hold any leadership or financial delegations.
We're interested in hearing from people who
Have the ability to ask the right questions and find the right solutions, to act with integrity and place the customer at the centre of everything you do.
Can bring your passion for service excellence and, whilst being comfortable working independently, you will also be able to refer our customers to other specialist team members in order to better serve their needs.
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?
Responsibilities include:
Reviewing business design documentation to ensure it is technically feasible and that constraints and assumptions are highlighted.
Configuring agreed solutions and working with the test team to address defects and issues.
Working collaboratively with other stakeholders to ensure there is an understanding and acceptance of proposed solutions and any limitations, constraints, and risks.
Reviewing test planning documentation to ensure it is aligned with the intended design.
Essential Requirements
You must be an Australian Citizen at the time of application.
A Negative Vetting 1 (Secret) security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
Relevant SAP qualification or extensive experience and knowledge in area of expertise.
Desirable Requirements
Experience in two or more relevant modules in SAP:
SAP FI/CO
Development of financial accounting and controlling processes.
Analysing and improving business processes.
Customising and configuring the SAP FICO system
SAP Assets Management
Customising and configuring the SAP Assets Management system
SAP SRM System management
Analyse business requirements to SAP SRM functionalities.
Configure and customise SRM processes to meet business requirements.
SAP MM (Materials Management Procurements)
Customising and configuring the SAP Materials Management system
SAP Inventory Management (AFP uniform management)
Customising and configuring the SAP Inventory Management system, including AFP custom applications and processing for uniform ordering
SAP EHS
Configuring SAP EHS modules to manage environmental, health, and safety data effectively, Including Incident & Hazard reporting.
SAP Security & Authorisations
Analyse and solve SAP security and authorisation issues.
Implement SAP Security changes for approved change requests.
SAP Portal/FIORI Launchpad
Creation & Maintenance of SAP Insight portal and FIORI Launchpad content
SAP Workflow
Creation and Administration of Workflow
Automated Invoice Processing
Customising and configuring the Opentext/SAP Vendor Invoice management system.
Procurement Reporting Framework (PRF)
Configuration, upgrade management of the PRF functionality (reporting to Austender)
AFP Custom Applications
Configuration and maintenance management of AFP custom applications (E.g. Drug Testing, Secondary Employment, Award Nominations, Controlled Items offsite storage)
Tertiary qualifications in a relevant field.
Selection Criteria
Knowledge and Experience
Judgement and Risk
Independence and Decision Making
Relationships
Professional Leadership
Research and Innovation
Project Management
Additional stakeholder emphasis
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-1+ 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
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 - Steve Lalliard,
Contact Officer Phone: 02 5126 6606,
Contact Officer Email: [email protected]
Applications Close: 11:5+pm (AEST) 11/0+/2026
To view our other employment opportunities, please visit our career site.
www.afp.gov.au
EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time; Ongoing Part time
LOCATION - ACT; NSW; QLD; SA; VIC; WA
AFP BAND & SALARY - Technical Specialist - Band 4, $187,845.00 - $205,125.00
JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 132+4
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
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
What is the role?
The SAP Functional Consultant / Configuration role is based in the Chief Information Officer Command - SAP Team and will work closely with SAP development and testing resources, together with SAP business teams.
The SAP Functional Consultant / Configuration role involves.
Translation of high-level design and business requirements into detail design documents.
Responsible for aligning SAP solutions with the defined requirements and intended business outcomes and configuration of the agreed solutions, where required.
Development of solutions in a development environment.
Technical Specialists provide expert consultancy within their area of specialism. They develop and promote technical solutions which support the business requirements of the AFP, within their area of expertise.
A Technical Specialist role does not hold any leadership or financial delegations.
We're interested in hearing from people who
Have the ability to ask the right questions and find the right solutions, to act with integrity and place the customer at the centre of everything you do.
Can bring your passion for service excellence and, whilst being comfortable working independently, you will also be able to refer our customers to other specialist team members in order to better serve their needs.
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?
Responsibilities include:
Reviewing business design documentation to ensure it is technically feasible and that constraints and assumptions are highlighted.
Configuring agreed solutions and working with the test team to address defects and issues.
Working collaboratively with other stakeholders to ensure there is an understanding and acceptance of proposed solutions and any limitations, constraints, and risks.
Reviewing test planning documentation to ensure it is aligned with the intended design.
Essential Requirements
You must be an Australian Citizen at the time of application.
A Negative Vetting 1 (Secret) security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
Relevant SAP qualification or extensive experience and knowledge in area of expertise.
Desirable Requirements
Experience in two or more relevant modules in SAP:
SAP FI/CO
Development of financial accounting and controlling processes.
Analysing and improving business processes.
Customising and configuring the SAP FICO system
SAP Assets Management
Customising and configuring the SAP Assets Management system
SAP SRM System management
Analyse business requirements to SAP SRM functionalities.
Configure and customise SRM processes to meet business requirements.
SAP MM (Materials Management Procurements)
Customising and configuring the SAP Materials Management system
SAP Inventory Management (AFP uniform management)
Customising and configuring the SAP Inventory Management system, including AFP custom applications and processing for uniform ordering
SAP EHS
Configuring SAP EHS modules to manage environmental, health, and safety data effectively, Including Incident & Hazard reporting.
SAP Security & Authorisations
Analyse and solve SAP security and authorisation issues.
Implement SAP Security changes for approved change requests.
SAP Portal/FIORI Launchpad
Creation & Maintenance of SAP Insight portal and FIORI Launchpad content
SAP Workflow
Creation and Administration of Workflow
Automated Invoice Processing
Customising and configuring the Opentext/SAP Vendor Invoice management system.
Procurement Reporting Framework (PRF)
Configuration, upgrade management of the PRF functionality (reporting to Austender)
AFP Custom Applications
Configuration and maintenance management of AFP custom applications (E.g. Drug Testing, Secondary Employment, Award Nominations, Controlled Items offsite storage)
Tertiary qualifications in a relevant field.
Selection Criteria
Knowledge and Experience
Judgement and Risk
Independence and Decision Making
Relationships
Professional Leadership
Research and Innovation
Project Management
Additional stakeholder emphasis
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-1+ 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
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 - Steve Lalliard,
Contact Officer Phone: 02 5126 6606,
Contact Officer Email: [email protected]
Applications Close: 11:5+pm (AEST) 11/0+/2026
To view our other employment opportunities, please visit our career site.
www.afp.gov.au
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The SAP Functional Consultant | Configuration position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Canberra offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.
