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Karitane is a not-for-profit organisation and registered charity supporting families to enable children to have the best start in life. They provide support for parents at all stages of the journey via a range of in-person and online services.

Karitane believe in fostering a work environment that supports balance and well-being, and are currently hiring in both volunteer and paid employment roles across NSW. They offer extensive flexible work options to provide you the support you need, including opportunities for:

• remote-work,
• flexible working hours and
• hybrid schedules.

Karitane also offers trained volunteering opportunities to support families with young children. As a volunteer, you’ll drive positive change whilst also making new connections and bolstering your resume. Opportunities include board positions and training that could support a career pathway into allied health assistance.

Roles are available part-time and full-time in both metropolitan and regional areas in NSW. To learn more about working and volunteering for Karitane, head to their website. In your cover letter, make sure to mention you’re a Jobs Academy member.

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MobTech is Westpac’s Tech Cadetship designed for First Nations people looking to kickstart or further their career in technology. They’re currently recruiting for Identified full-time roles based in Sydney in a hybrid working environment.

What’s a tech cadetship and what’s in it for you?

As a Tech Cadet at Westpac, you’ll receive 10-18 weeks of training in Data Analytics or IT Support. During this time you’ll be supported by instructors and a dedicated First Nations mentor. There are also regular check-ins with other cadets and leaders to help you build your skills and network.

No prior experience in tech is required and flexible working arrangements are possible. You can learn more about the MobTech program and apply here. Applications close on 16 August.

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Do you have a passion for making a difference?

Generation Australia is an organisation working to close the skills gap in Australia through accelerated and accessible training programs. They’re currently recruiting for the next round of their free Disability Support Worker (DSW) Program.

The program runs for 5 weeks and will equip you with all the technical and personal care skills needed for a support worker role. Following the program, Generation Australia will support you with job applications, supply industry insights and connect you with employers.

What’s included in the program?

• The program is completely free and online.
• Access to mentorship and holistic support.
• Support for students without access to a computer is available in special cases.

Generation Australia are particularly interested in applicants from NSW, Gippsland and Inner Melbourne.

You can read more about the program in this flyer and apply via the Generation Australia website. Applications are open now for the program commencing 9 September. When asked for a referral, be sure to mention the FW Jobs Academy program.

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LGBTIQ+ Health Australia (LHA) is the national peak health organisation in Australia for organisations and individuals that provide health-related programs, services and research focused on lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and intersex people and other sexuality, gender, and bodily diverse people and communities.

LHA is seeking passionate people to join the team in various roles, including policy, communications, research, mental health and suicide prevention and more. Roles are available both full-time and part-time in Sydney, Melbourne and Canberra.

LHA’s job listings also mention that flexible work and accessibility arrangements are possible. You can see the full list of open positions and apply through Ethical Jobs.

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Commonwealth Bank has recently announced their Tech Associate Program, which is specifically aimed at recruiting people from non-traditional pathways into tech roles at the bank. The program is flexible and roles are available in Engineering, Data Science and Cybersecurity.

In collaboration with Hero Foundation, Commonwealth Bank is hosting an exciting in-person event on Wednesday, 9 July to celebrate the program’s launch. The event will feature a panel discussion about the program, as well as opportunities for informal networking.

Here’s what you need to know:

• Event name: Innovate Your Way: Tech Careers Without Degrees
• Date: Wednesday, 9 July
• Time: 5:30 – 8:00pm
• Location: CBP South, 11 Harbour Street, Sydney
• Target audience: People who would be eligible for the Tech Associate Program, key criteria being:
  • Have recently completed, or are soon to complete, an alternative education pathway in tech, such as TAFE courses, bootcamps, micro-credentials and vendor certifications.
  • Have less than 12 months of work experience in tech (including none at all).
  • Hold Aus/NZ citizenship or PR.

Registration for this event is essential as places are limited. Learn more and register here: Innovate Your Way: Tech Careers Without Degrees.

Applications for the Tech Associate program will open on 14 July and you can ensure priority application review by registering for Hero Foundation.

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Smart Commercial Solar is Australia’s leading commercial renewable energy company. They’re currently seeking a Marketing and Human Resources (HR) Coordinator to join their team based in North Sydney, NSW.

The role is full-time and hybrid working arrangements are possible. This is an entry-level position with extensive training and development opportunities. As Marketing and HR Coordinator, your key responsibilities will include:

• managing social media,
• assisting with copywriting across channels and
• helping with policy administration and database upkeep.

To apply, you can head to Smart Commercial Solar’s website. In your application, be sure to mention you’re a Jobs Academy member.

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Commonwealth Bank’s Career Comeback is now open for applications. It’s their 12-week program designed to support talented professionals re-entering the workforce. They’re currently hiring across their Financial Crime, Financial Services and Risk teams and successful applicants will be offered a permanent role going into the program.

You’ll receive personalised support like dedicated coaching and mentoring, confidence building and professional development workshops and ongoing guidance from a dedicated program manager. Read more about the program in this flyer.

Available opportunities are based out of their Sydney office and flexible working arrangements are available. Most roles are available as part-time or full-time arrangements and employees can take up a hybrid working model.

How to apply?

Apply through Hero Foundation, a Jobs Academy partner, and your application will be amplified to Commonwealth Bank. Once registered, email Alex Goodenough at [email protected]. In your email, be sure to let her know that you’re a Jobs Academy member and are interested in the Career Comeback program. Hero Foundation candidates will be provided with priority application review.

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Apply through the Commonwealth Bank website. In your application, be sure to mention Charlotte Woolford’s name as the referral and that you’re a Jobs Academy member. Charlotte spoke more about application tips at the Jobs and Skills Fair on 25 June.

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Want to help build a greener future?

Nordex are a one of the world’s largest wind turbine manufacturers. As a global company, they understand the importance of employing a diverse workforce that reflects the communities they serve and are always on the lookout for people to join the team.

In particular, Nordex are committed to promoting gender equality in the wind industry. That’s why they’ve implemented specific initiatives to ensure women are given equal opportunity, such as their target to maintain 40% female participation in their talent development programs.

Positions at Nordex range from IT administrators to wind turbine technicians. These roles are available full-time and part-time and flexible working arrangements are possible. Nordex will have a hiring drive starting in September.

You can get in touch with Nordex by sending your CV to Romina Rivabella, Head of People & Culture at [email protected]. In your email, be sure to mention you’re a Jobs Academy member and the kind of roles you’d like to work in.

To find out more about work at Nordex, head to their careers portal.

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