This course is for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees in APS 2–3 (or equivalent) who are new to the public sector, including those who have joined through traineeships, cadetships or apprenticeships.

It’s ideal if you want to better understand APS recruitment, build confidence with applications and interviews, and learn how to share your skills, experiences and cultural strengths in a way that feels authentic and grounded.

Starting a career in the public sector can feel exciting and unfamiliar at the same time. This course helps early-career public sector staff navigate recruitment with confidence.

You will learn how the system works, how to highlight skills, experiences and cultural contributions, and how to tell genuine stories in interviews. Focusing on building careers from a place of strength, the course offers tools and knowledge to grow in your current role or explore new opportunities.

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• understand APS application processes and confidently prepare CVs, pitch statements and selection criteria
• identify strengths and transferable skills – including cultural, community and life experience – to clearly demonstrate value
• interpret job ads, apply Work Level Standards, and use the STAR method to deliver compelling, authentic interview responses

This course is delivered as three online half-day sessions via Microsoft Teams, facilitated by a senior Aboriginal leader who brings deep experience in leadership, recruitment and mentoring.

Planning to book for a team? A bulk booking discount is available when you register three or more participants or bundle three or more courses.

Many of our courses can also be delivered exclusively for your organisation, either virtually or in person, and tailored to suit your team’s needs. Contact us to discuss your booking and available options.

If you would like to learn more about this course or our other offerings, please contact the IPAA ACT team on 02 6154 9800 or capability@act.ipaa.org.au.