Job Req ID

Home Affairs - 133812

Location

ACT; NSW; NT; QLD; SA; TAS; VIC; WA

Classification

APS Level 3 - $64,392.00 and $73,981.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata)

Employment Type

Ongoing/Non Ongoing (Permanent/Temporary), Full-time / Part-time

Flexible work

Flexible arrangements considered

Contact Officer

Alex Castles on entryprogramsandpathways@homeaffairs.gov.au

Applications close on 29/09/2024 at 11:59pm AEST (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.

About our opportunity

This process is being used to fill up to multiple vacancies. A merit pool may be established and used to fill similar vacancies for up to 18 months.

The Department of Home Affairs offers challenging and diverse employment in roles impacting many parts of Australian life - emergency management, trade and travel, national security, immigration, settlement services, citizenship and border security. Be part of something bigger: contribute to building a secure Australia that is prosperous, open and united.

Our interns have the opportunity to gain relevant industry experience, developing their skills through on-the-job training, while preparing for future employment opportunities. You'll be offered a 10 month temporary non-ongoing contract at the Australian Public Service level 3 classification, commencing in 2025. The flexible employment arrangement allows you to balance your work and academic commitments, ensuring you can focus on both.

We engage with students in their penultimate/final year and are Australian citizens and prepared to undertake and pass an Australian Government security clearance process.

Please visit our website for more information about the Department of Home Affairs or Australian Border Force

Our ideal candidate

• Motivated and organised individuals who can manage multiple priorities in a busy environment

• Effective communicators with excellent written and verbal skills

• Team members with the ability to collaborate with stakeholders at all levels

• Accountable and transparent

• Able to quickly acquire knowledge of departmental IT systems, legislation and policy.

Duties and responsibilities

• Investigate and manage routine cases via resolution of customer issues with assistance from higher classification levels

• Undertake straightforward quality assurance tasks or activities

• Obtain cooperation or assistance in the administration of well-defined activities

• Promote and champion an inclusive and diverse workplace culture and ensure all staff are valued and recognised for their qualities, ideas and perspectives.

Additional information

The Home Affairs National Internship Program welcomes applications from all disciplines.

Applicants must be a current student in their penultimate or final year of University or have successfully completed a 2024 Home Affairs Gap Year Program.

How to apply

Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 29/09/2024 at 11:59pm (midnight) AEDT – Late applications will not be accepted.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to complete an online capability assessment. This could measure Cognitive Aptitude, Personality or, Emotional Intelligence.

It is strongly encouraged that all potential candidates complete the following sample assessments to gain a clear understanding of the requirements:

• Emotional Intelligence (Emotify)

• Personality (Illustrait)

• Cognitive (Cognify)
  

For more information about Criteria aptitude testing including tips on how to prepare please visit https://www.criteriacorp.com.au/candidates/how-to-prepare

As part of your application you will also be required to prepare and submit a maximum 300-word response document in relation to the advertised role, outlining:

• Your experience and why you are interested in participating in the Home Affairs National Internship Program.

Applicant response documents must be a minimum 11pt font in MSWord or PDF format, include your full name and the Requisition Number – 133812 in the document footer.

Prior to preparing your response it is recommended you review the Work Level standards relevant to the classification you are applying to. It may also be useful to refer to the Integrated Leadership Systems information relevant to the classification.

Eligibility

To be eligible for the position you must be an Australian Citizen.

The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Baseline Vetting (AGSVA) security clearance and an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC).

Diversity and inclusion

The Department is committed to workforce diversity and applicants who are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, come from a diverse cultural or linguistic background or have a disability are encouraged to apply.

RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability

Technical assistance

For technical enquiries please call or email for assistance:

• Email: recruitment@homeaffairs.gov.au
• Phone: 1300 793 883 (within Australia) or +61 2 6196 0444 (outside of Australia)

Please include any applicable screen captures, a response will be provided during business hours.

Notes

The Department of Home Affairs offers an attractive remuneration package, including salary, superannuation benefits and flexible working conditions appropriate to the level of the position.

The Department may provide relocation assistance to eligible APS employees required to relocate. The level of assistance will vary depending on the reason for relocating and your personal circumstances. For further information please enquire with the contact officer listed in the advertisement.

Information about employment and advice on how to apply for vacancies can be obtained from the Department’s website at https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/about-us/careers

Candidates should be aware that in roles where vaccination against COVID-19 is required by public health orders/directions or other legislation proof of vaccination will be required. If a candidate is not fully vaccinated or is unwilling to be vaccinated within a reasonable time period, they may not be offered that role.