Practical Skills for Job Applicants

“I came away feeling fully armed and equipped to tackle any job application which may take my fancy, and felt your presentation style was warm, friendly and very engaging..” (Communications Advisor, Department of Communities)

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Overview

This one day workshop covers the whole selection process from resume to referees. Discover how to develop a professional resume, write great applications, prepare for interviews and understand the merit selection process

Who should attend?  Government staff and external applicants

Includes: Essential information about Capability Frameworks

Alignment: Capabilities 4 & 5, Capability & Leadership Framework (QPS) & Clusters 4 & 5, Integrated Leadership System (APS)

Topics covered in the workshop:

  • Understand the merit selection process
  • Read between the lines to understand what selection panels are looking for
  • Use Capability Frameworks (eg. QLD CLF & Australian Government ILS)
  • Prepare a professional resume
  • Write great applications – 2-3 page summary or responses to selection criteria
  • Get tips for successful interviews
  • Select the best referees

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