Job Description

As a HR graduate, you'll contribute to people centric and human resource functions from, recruitment to human resource policy.

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Eligibility criteria

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To be eligible for the HR Stream in the Australian Government Graduate Program (AGGP), you must:

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- Be an Australian citizen at the time of application.
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- Have completed, or be completing by 31 December 2027, at least a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field (e.g., Business, Psychology, Commerce, Arts).
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- Your most recent eligible qualification must have been completed between 1 January 2023 and 31 December 2027.
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- Be able to obtain and maintain a valid Australian Government security clearance.
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- Be willing to undergo any police, character, health, or other checks required.
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Skills you need

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To be suitable for an HR Stream role, you should have most or all of the following skills:

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- Interest in undertaking meaningful work that serves the Australian community
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- Solid written and verbal communication skills
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- Social skills
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- Ability to contribute to a professional, respectful, and positive workplace
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- Willingness to learn and adapt
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- Ability to comply with APS Values and the APS Code of Conduct
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- Commitment to maintaining a healthy work/study/life balance
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Benefits

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Our HR Stream will launch your career by providing a professional advantage. Working with the Australian Government offers excellent benefits, including:

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- Specialised learning and developmentdesigned and delivered by HR experts
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- Flexible working arrangementsand future mobility opportunities
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- Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI) membershipand mentoring program
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- APS HR Professional Stream Network membershipto connect with thousands of HR professionals
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- Networking and development opportunitieswith HR graduates and professionals across the APS
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Locations

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Most positions are located in Canberra, but some departments and agencies also offer roles in other cities like Brisbane, Melbourne, Geelong and Sydney.

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Relocation assistance may be available for successful candidates.

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What to expect in this program

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HR graduates in this stream can expect to:

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- Receive hands-on experience in different HR roles within partner agencies
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- Attend events and network with senior leaders across the APS
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- Participate in specialised training and development opportunities
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Diversity and inclusion

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We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, LGBTQI+ individuals, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, and mature-aged applicants.

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For candidates with disabilities, we offer reasonable adjustments throughout the selection process. If you indicate on your application form that you have a disability, we will contact you to discuss your needs.

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We also encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander graduates to apply through the Indigenous Graduate Pathway.

📌 Human Resource (HR) Stream Graduate Program (Feb 2028)
🏢 HTU
📍 Canberra