Stepping Into Internship Program - Position DescriptionThe Australian Network on Disability’s Stepping Into program is a paid internship scheme that matches talented university students with disability with roles in leading Australian businesses.

Position Title

Department of Premier and Cabinet - Summer Intern

Location

Melbourne

Position Duration

Must be a minimum of 152 hours, or 4 weeks full-time

(December 2019 - February 2020)

Position Overview

Energy Resources and Environment

The Energy, Resources and Environment Branch (ERE) sits within the Economic Policy and State Productivity Group of the Department and is responsible for advising the Premier on energy, earth resources, environment, climate change, agriculture and water matters. The Branch provides policy, leadership, oversight and advice on the development and delivery of major reforms.

The branch works across Government on the development of policy, in particular shadowing the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning and the Agriculture and Resources portfolios of the Department of Economic Development, Job, Transport and Resources.

Duties will include:

Preparation and review of complex research and analysis of current and potential government policy – may involve presenting findings to the branch.

Under direction, examine and prepare reports and briefing papers on routine matters and complex policy issues for the Premier, Secretary and senior officers.

Under direction, prepare branch correspondence including undertaking investigatory and analytical work and preparing correspondence on sensitive issues for the signature of the Premier, Secretary and senior officers.

Provide support to policy advisers in the preparation of advice, as required.

The Department of Premier and Cabinet

The Department of Premier and Cabinet’s vision is to be recognised and respected leaders in whole-of-government policy and performance.

Level 3, 80 Clarence Street, Sydney NSW 2000 (02) 8270 9200 www.and.org.au

We work for the people of Victoria by helping the government achieve its strategic objectives. We do this by supporting the Premier, Deputy Premier, Special Minister of State and Minister for Aboriginal Affairs, Minister for Industrial Relations, Minister for Equality, Minister for Veterans, Minister for Multicultural Affairs, Minister for Women and Minister for Youth.

We lead the Victorian Public Service by:

setting clear examples

driving the government’s objectives

providing unifying intelligence within the Victorian Government

pursuing excellence in whole-of-government outcomes in delivery and reform.

The department is committed to:

strong policy outcomes

engaged citizens

professional public administration

high performance.

Our public sector values

DPC upholds and demonstrates the values of the VPS and is the embodiment of VPS leadership. DPC’s values are adopted from the Public Administration Act 2004:

Leadership

Integrity

Responsiveness

Impartiality

Accountability

Respect

Commitment to Human Rights.

Key selection criteria

Interest in the public sector as a possible career path

Commitment to the Victorian Public Sector Values

Currently undertaking final or penultimate year of undergraduate degree or Juris Doctor

Written Communication

Prepares basic letters, emails and reports using clear, concise and grammatically correct language

Organises information in a logical sequence

Includes content appropriate for the purpose and audience

Verbal Communication

Confidently conveys information relevant to the role

Clearly explains information and listens for feedback

Speaks clearly and concisely

Has a polite and considerate manner when dealing with others

Conceptual and Analytical Ability

Handles high level concepts and complexity with ease

Discusses broad constructs as well as concrete examples

Can solve problems outside previous experience by applying models and concepts

Synthesises information from a range of disparate sources and events, including from outside own areas of responsibility

Can identify and explore the critical points of influence or tension

Team Work

Collaborates and supports others in the pursuit of common goals

Shows respect for others' views and contributions

Accommodates and works well with the different working styles of others

Encourages resolution of conflict within the group

Takes on team leadership responsibilities where appropriate

Flexibility and Adaptability

Readily adapts to changing circumstances

Is open to new ideas, approaches and viewpoints

Embraces ambiguity and sees it as an opportunity to provide clarity

Accepts changed priorities without undue discomfort

Recognises the merits of different options and acts accordingly

Initiative and Accountability

Is proactive and self-starting.

Seizes opportunities and acts upon them.

Gets things done without prompting.

Takes responsibility for own actions.

Knows when to escalate an issue.

How to apply

All applications should include:

A resume

A cover letter outlining why you are interested in the DPC Internship Program and any of the roles in particular and addressing any additional key section criteria outlined for those roles.

You do not need to address the general program key selection criteria in your cover letter.

A copy of your most recent academic transcript

Responses to the following questions:

Q1: What motivates you to apply for the DPC Internship Program specifically? Based on your skills and experiences, how do you think you will be able to contribute to the Victorian Public Service?

Q2: Initiative and Accountability

Please describe a time when you took responsibility for a task or problem within a team.

What specifically were you responsible for?

Describe the actions you took that demonstrated you were accountable?

What was the outcome?

Q3: Flexibility

Priorities can change quite suddenly in government. Please describe a time when you were able to quickly change your focus or direction.

How did you identify the need for a change in focus?

What concrete steps did you take to move in a new direction?

What might have happened if you did not change your focus?

Other relevant information

Our commitment to diversity and equal employment opportunity

DPC promotes inclusion and values diversity and our recruitment process focuses on essential skills and abilities that help to attract, develop and retain our diverse talent.

DPC is committed to providing equitable access to employment opportunities. DPC welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, LGBTIQ, people with disability, as diversity and inclusion drives our success.

DPC does not condone or tolerate victimisation, harassment or direct and indirect discrimination.

At DPC, it is important to us that candidates with disability can participate equitably in the recruitment process. As such we are able to provide you with reasonable adjustments such as access, equipment or other practical support at relevant stages of the recruitment process. If you need assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the application or interview process or if you have any enquiries about diversity and inclusion at DPC, please contact the department’s Senior Adviser, Diversity and Inclusion, Roman Ruzbacky on 03 7017 3387.

Working flexibly to balance work and life

DPC is committed to supporting our employees balance their work and life commitments. All roles at DPC can be worked flexibly. DPC recognises that providing flexible working arrangements is not only important to our employees but also underpins a diverse, inclusive, adaptive and high-performing workforce. The nature and scope of flexible options available for each position will depend on the nature of the role. Applicants are encouraged to discuss flexible arrangements with the hiring manager during the recruitment process.

Occupational health and safety responsibilities

In the context of OHS policies, procedures, training and instruction, as detailed in Section 25 of the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004, employees are responsible for ensuring they:

Follow reasonable instruction

Cooperate with their employer

At all times, take reasonable care for the safety of others in the workplace.

Ideal Degree/Discipline

Open to all degrees and disciplines.

Eligibility Requirements

Currently studying in their final or penultimate year of a relevant undergraduate or juris doctor degree with an Australian university.

Australian citizens or international students with full working rights.

Complete relevant internal onboarding processes and employment screens, including police check

Verified eligibility for the Stepping Into program

Identify as having disability

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Contact the AND Programs Team at applications@and.org.au or 1300 363 645 for further information.

Please be aware that all Stepping Into internships are paid placements. The employing organisation will pay the intern’s pro rata salary for the internship period (including superannuation) at a rate commensurate with the duties performed and abiding by Fair Work standards.