Graduate Development Program: 3 Rotations to APS5

CSEA; Australia; Remote; AUD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Mentors & coaching

Graduate induction

Career development

Job summary

The Department of Home Affairs offers a 10-month Graduate Development Program (GDP) designed to set you up for a meaningful career in the Australian Public Service. You will rotate across diverse business areas, progressing from APS4 to APS5 upon successful completion and benefiting from structured learning and on-the-job coaching.

You will join a supportive, inclusive workplace with mentors and a clear career pathway across a range of roles, aligning your growth with national priorities such as

Qualifications

• Australian citizenship by 22 March 2027 or later.
• Bachelor Degree (AQF Level 7) or higher by 31 December 2027.
• Ability to obtain Employment Suitability Clearance and Negative Vetting 1 clearance.

Responsibilities

• Complete a 10-month Graduate Development Program with three rotations across Home Affairs and/or Australian Border Force.
• Progress from APS4 to APS5 on successful program completion.
• Engage in structured learning, on-the-job coaching and mentoring across diverse roles.
• Develop professional networks and build a career pathway within the Australian Public Service.

Job description

The Department of Home Affairs offers a 10-month Graduate Development Program (GDP) designed to set you up for a meaningful career in the Australian Public Service. You will rotate across diverse business areas, progressing from APS4 to APS5 upon successful completion and benefiting from structured learning and on-the-job coaching.

You will join a supportive, inclusive workplace with mentors and a clear career pathway across a range of roles, aligning your growth with national priorities such as