* Empower Your Future: Ignite Your Career with Hands-On Training!
* Remuneration Package: $68,908 to $71,648 p.a.
* Full-Time, Fixed-Term for 12 months, various campuses
This is an identified position and applicants must be an Aboriginal and /or Torres Strait Islander person. Being an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person is a genuine occupational qualification as authorised under Section 14(D) of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act, 1977 NSW.
Location: Multiple Western Sydney University Campuses
Employment Type: Full-Time, Fixed-Term (12 months)
Start Date: January 2025
Application Deadline: 2 December 2024
About Western
Western Sydney University values academic excellence, integrity and the pursuit of knowledge. Ranked in the top two per cent of universities around the world, we are globally focused, research-led and committed to making a positive impact on the communities we engage with.
As we work towards increasing our Indigenous students and staff in alignment with the WSU Indigenous Strategy 2020-2025, we continue to create opportunities for learning and success in an environment that champions Indigenous excellence. Join us in shaping a future where Indigenous voices and talents thrive.
About Ignite
The Ignite Indigenous Traineeship Program offers Indigenous peoples of Greater Western Sydney the opportunity to gain on-the-job training alongside vocational education and training (VET) within a large higher education organisation. This unique program is designed to equip you with the skills and experience needed to thrive in a professional environment.
For more details, visit Ignite Indigenous Traineeship Program
The Opportunity
Multiple positions are available across various Western Sydney University campuses, including Bankstown, Campbelltown, Hawkesbury, Kingswood, Liverpool, Parramatta, and Westmead and you’ll be asked to rank your preferences during the application process.
This 12-month traineeship provides a valuable opportunity to learn various aspects of business administration while working toward a Certificate III in Business. Based in various Schools, Divisions, and Institutes, you will gain hands-on experience in a dynamic business environment, providing administrative support and developing essential workplace skills.
As a Business Admin Trainee, you will be responsible for completing a Certificate III in Business (Administration) while providing essential service and administrative support to your workplace supervisor and business unit. Your duties will include maintaining record-keeping and filing systems, utilising computerised information systems and related technologies, and prioritising tasks to meet deadlines. Additionally, you will collaborate closely with your supervisor and colleagues, building and maintaining professional relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
About You
You are an enthusiastic and motivated individual who is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent, ready to take the first step in your professional journey!
Importantly, you:
* Have completed at least a Year 9 level of schooling or equivalent
* Have a genuine interest in business administration and are fully committed to enrolling in and completing a 12-month Certificate III in Business (Administration) traineeship
* Have not completed any formal education or training resulting in a Business qualification
This opportunity is your chance to develop essential skills and build a foundation for a successful career, all while being supported in a vibrant, dynamic environment. If you're ready to make your mark and seize this opportunity, we want to hear from you!
Recruitment Timeline:
Applications close on 3 November 2024, followed by shortlisting which will take up to 2 weeks. Interviews will be held in person on Wednesday 13 November 2024 at the Parramatta South Campus. Successful applicants will begin in January 2025.
Confirmation of Identity
You will be required to provide confirmation of Indigenous identity documentation either at the time of application or before the application close date. If you are unable to provide your confirmation documents at the time of submitting your application, please email to Yvonne Bondarek, Recruitment Team Leader, via y.bondarek@westernsydney.edu.au
Please refer to the attached Confirmation of Identity for Indigenous Australian Staff guide for details on what documentation is accepted.
Remuneration Package: HEW Level 1 - $68,908 to $71,648 p.a. (comprising base salary of $58,228 to $60,543 p.a., plus 17% Superannuation and Leave Loading).
Position Enquiries: Please contact Gabrielle Talbot-Mundine at g.talbot-mundine@westernsydney.edu.au
Closing Date: 8:30pm, Monday 2 December 2024
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