Graduate Development Program: 3 Rotations, Path to APS5

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Hobart, Adelaide, Brisbane, Darwin

Hybrid

AUD 60,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Mentor support
Structured learning
Hybrid work options

Job summary

The 2028 Graduate Development Program (GDP) offers a structured, ten-month development pathway within the Australian Public Service. You will rotate across diverse business areas, starting as an APS4 and advancing to APS5 after successful completion, aligned with growth and contribution.

The program provides structured learning, mentorship, and career progression across a wide range of roles in Home Affairs.

Qualifications

  • Willing to learn and adapt in a dynamic environment.
  • Communicates clearly and values collaboration.
  • Open to feedback and eager to develop new skills.

Responsibilities

  • Complete three rotations across Home Affairs and/or Australian Border Force.
  • Undertake structured learning and development with mentors.
  • Support national priorities in border protection and security.
  • Build professional networks across the department.

Skills

Impact decisions
Curious and asks questions
Independent work
Collaboration
Feedback oriented

Education

Bachelor degree (AQF 7)

Job description

The 2028 Graduate Development Program (GDP) offers a structured, ten-month development pathway within the Australian Public Service. You will rotate across diverse business areas, starting as an APS4 and advancing to APS5 after successful completion, aligned with growth and contribution.

The program provides structured learning, mentorship, and career progression across a wide range of roles in Home Affairs.

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