The new DEEWR unites the core elements of the Australian Government’s productivity and participation agenda from early childhood, through schools, trade training, wider vocational education, universities and employment participation and working conditions.
DEEWR works in collaboration with various stakeholders across government, industry and the community to support and create Australia's future through improving education outcomes and systems, maximising the effectiveness of training, increasing workforce participation and contributing to a strong employment growth and economy.
As national winner of the AHRI Award for Excellence in People Management in 2005 and 2007, DEEWR prides itself on being an 'employer of choice' and offers a work environment with a range of flexible employment conditions and arrangements where employees are encouraged to maintain a work/life balance, social and cultural diversity is valued and strong leadership behaviours are supported at all levels.
As a graduate in DEEWR you will work to support and promote education and skills development, assist people into employment and build a highly skilled workforce enhancing Australia’s prosperity and international competitiveness. We are about people, working to help solve topical and complex problems, meeting future challenges and seizing new opportunities.
When you join the department you will be joining a dynamic, diverse, creative and enthusiastic team of staff. You will have the opportunity to work on projects that achieve results at a local, national and international level. Most importantly, your work will make a difference to millions of people.