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Australian Government ICT
Entry-level Programs
Craig Cowan Director (acting) ICT Skills Team
Digital Government Investment and Assurance (AGIMO)
Department of Finance
Background
Established in 2007
ICT Apprenticeship, Cadetship and Graduate Programs
Address ongoing ICT skill shortages
ICT reported predominate skill shortage for past 3 years
1% intake target
Expanded to other tiers of government
Australian Government ICT Apprenticeship Program
Commenced in 2007
How does the Program work?
APS 1 or equivalent
Study 1 day per week
Work 4 days per week
Certificate IV or Diploma qualification ICT Specialisations
Recognition of Prior Learning
Study 1 day and work 4 days per week
2 or 3 year Program
Australian Government ICT Cadetship Program
Commenced in 2009
How does the Program work?
APS 2 or equivalent
Work minimum of 2 days
Study remainder of week (current degree)
Work full time during university breaks
18 to 36 months duration
Academic Allowance
Australian Government ICT Graduate Program
Established in 2012
How does the Program work? APS 3-4 staff and work full time
Participate Graduate Development Program
Major Project
Diploma of Government with ICT focus
Completed undergraduate/postgraduate degree
Partnership with Australian Computer Society
Articulation
Benefits of participating
Whole-of-government approach
Strong brand awareness
Networking opportunities
Cost effective recruitment and selection
Comprehensive selection process
Alignment with Australian Government ICT strategy
Extensive support
2015/2016 Recruitment
Recruitment for 2015 has concluded.
Still an opportunity to recruit a candidate for 2015.
Recruitment for the 2016 programs will commence in March 2015.
Contacts
Contact the ICT Skills Team within Finance.
Program information sheets are available.
ICT Skills Team contact information:– (02) 6215 2889
