Colin Speedie

Background

About Colin Speedie

A results-focused achiever and former sworn member of the Australian Federal Police with 27 years experience in law enforcement with the last twelve years at the executive level. Strategic and operational management of major police and joint inter-agency (police/military) operations/missions in Australia and overseas (Afghanistan, Jordan, Solomon Islands, Cyprus), including the operational deployment of specialist teams, sea-going vessels and aircraft. Well developed planning (strategic and operational) and coordination skills, which have consistently delivered corporate objectives to advance the aims of missions. Demonstrated a strong commitment to achieving results and quality standards by managing uncertainty in high-pressure environments, where stakeholders have conflicting objectives. Demonstrated ability to listen, communicate and negotiate on politically highly complex, difficult and multifaceted issues with individuals of influence at all levels, foreign and national. Well developed written communication skills to draft clear and concise documents, including strategic planning documents, submissions, proposals, briefing papers, policies, procedures to meet the needs of dynamic and continuously changing environments. High-level conceptual and analytical capacity, reflected in sound judgment and decision-making. Maintains an awareness of and implements continuous improvement processes, promoting change, diversity and work/life balance to contribute positively to a productive workplace. Personal attributes: innovative, resilient, flexible, effective, ethical and professional.