Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: $79,122 - $96,073
Grade: VPS 3
Occupation: Graduate
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/DFFH/HV/00691572
THE ROLE
Aboriginal Graduate Program 2026 at DFFH
The Aboriginal Graduate Program 2026 at the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH or department) provides a rewarding career for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander tertiary graduates.
We are seeking graduates from a range of degree types; with fresh ideas and thinking, and perspectives from a variety of disciplines. Please review the position description for desirable fields in study.
A career in our department will provide you with the opportunity to contribute to shaping government programs and assist in delivering better outcomes for the community.
Opportunity available
This year, we are delighted to be able to offer the following opportunity within the program. The business area that can offer a position is:
As a graduate in the Aboriginal Graduate Program 2026 with the department, you will get hands-on experience along with formal development opportunities tailored to build your skills. This will give you a professional advantage in the increasingly competitive workforce, wherever your career may take you.
Typically, graduates undertake a structured program at the department which comprises of:
work rotations designed to expose you to business areas across the department
Please open the position description to read more.
Who we are looking for
If you are looking for a great start to your career or are looking for a career change and can see yourself contributing the Victorian community, this pathway is a great match for you.
We are looking for great communicators who are motivated to contribute their skills and knowledge to the work the department does. For all roles, you will need to have:
We strongly encourage applications from people with disability and offer practical support such as making reasonable adjustments to ensure that you can participate equally in the recruitment process.
Eligibility
To be eligible for the Aboriginal Graduate Program 2026, you must:
A SPECIAL MEASURE PROVISION APPLIES TO THIS ROLE
The Equal Opportunity Act 2010, provides for lawful 'Special Measure' provisions, therefore the following has been applied to this role.
This is a Designated role - Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply.
HOW TO APPLY
Applicants are encouraged to apply online. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.
Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria.
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.
Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening.
For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs (www.dffh.vic.gov.au/jobs)
Please apply to submit your interest in this position.