Recruitment and retention

SES100

Read about how the SES100 supports the Government's commitment to boost First Nations leadership representation by 2025.

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Pat Turner scholarship

Pat Turner scholarship is open to Indigenous Australian Public Servants from participating agencies.

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Jawun APS Secondment Program

The program provides opportunities for APS Level 6 and above employees to complete a secondment in Indigenous organisations in communities across Australia

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Talent development

Read about how the First Nations Executive Leadership Development Programs help support development of SES First Nations leaders in the APS.

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Traineeships & apprenticeships

There are a number of Traineeship or Apprenticeship programs available across the Commonwealth Public Service for Indigenous Australians.

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Indigenous Graduate Pathway

Learn about how the Indigenous Graduate Pathway (IGP) can help you build a rewarding career in the Australian Public Service

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander workforce

Information on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employment initiatives and guidance material to support the recruitment and retention of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the APS