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See also

Organisational chart

Request for tender

Information for applicants

Thank you for your interest in working at AIATSIS.

AIATSIS values a skilled and diverse workforce to meet the needs of the organisation. AIATSIS recognises the valuable role of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and non-Indigenous people in the promotion of knowledge and understanding of Australian Indigenous cultures, past and present.

If you have questions about the position or require further information, contact the contact officer listed in the position documentation.

Your application MUST address the selection criteria. All applications will be assessed in relation to the selection criteria and if you don't address them in your application you may be assessed as unsuitable for the position.

Your application should also include a résumé or curriculum vitae setting out your qualifications, education, work history and other details which you think are relevant to the position. You must include the name and contact details of 2 referees (there is provision for this in the application cover sheet). You must include the application cover sheet with your application.

Send your application to:

Human Resources
Australian Institute of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies
GPO Box 553
CANBERRA ACT 2601

Or email: HRTeam@aiatsis.gov.au

Phone 02 6246 1185 to request copies of anyt relevant documentation.

You application must be received by 5.00pm on the closing date specified in the advertisement.

If your application arrives late it may not be accepted. If you find that you have difficulty meeting the closing date, please contact the contact officer before the closing date and discuss your reasons for the delay. Receipt of your application will be acknowledged.

The Selection Process

Selection is based on merit and the selection process may include an assessment of your written application, an interview and referee comments. However the selection methods may vary. Other methods may include a written or work sample test.

If you are selected for an interview, you will be given notice of a minimum of 2 business days. If you are uncertain of the progress of your application, please phone or email the contact officer for an update.

Selection panels at AIATSIS are generally three people. Each selection panel has at least one Indigenous person, one male and one female.

If you are unfamiliar with applying for jobs in the Australian Public Service, the following Australian Public Service Commission resource may be useful – Cracking the Code: How to apply for jobs in the Australian Public Service http://www.apsc.gov.au/publications07/crackingthecode.htm external site

You should also familiarise yourself with the APS Code of Conduct and Values. Successful applicants will be required to abide by the Code of Conduct and Values. See http://www.apsc.gov.au/conduct/index.html external siteand http://www.apsc.gov.au/values/index.html external site