| Indigenous Development |
In accordance with CDU's commitment to increasing the number of Indigenous employees at Charles Darwin University, Human Resource Services (HRS) has implemented a comprehensive range of programs to create pathways for prospective new staff and to develop our existing staff.
Indigenous Apprenticeships
Charles Darwin University is committed to improving the education and employment opportunities for Indigenous people.
Our current recruitment strategy includes an Indigenous Apprentice Program.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply for the two-year part-time apprenticeship, which may lead to future employment within the University.
Apprentices combine 20 hours per week on-the-job training and study for a nationally recognised qualification. Participant’s hours can increase to full time over the course of the program.
Applications for Indigenous Apprentices Program are now closed for 2011. Next intake, 2012.
Indigenous Cadetships
Charles Darwin University is committed to improving the education and employment opportunities for Indigenous people.
Our current recruitment strategy includes an Indigenous Cadetship Program.
CDU with assistance from DEEWR’s Indigenous Cadetship Support employ Indigenous Cadets who are currently studying or who enrol in a full-time higher education degree course at CDU.
Students receive $12,000 per year while studying, $1,000 book and equipment allowance and 12 weeks paid work placement per year at various locations throughout the University relevant to their degree.
Work experience at CDU
Charles Darwin University (CDU) is offering Indigenous students 15 years or older the opportunity to complete a one week work experience program. The experience gained in only one week will broaden your understanding of employment opportunities available for young Indigenous Australians.
For all enquiries contact: Sarimah Buyong - Indigenous Programs Human Resource Services Ph: (08) 8946 7083 email: sarimah.buyong@cdu.edu.au |
Existing employees development program
To ensure our existing staff are retained and developed, Human Resource Services have an Indigenous Staff Development Consultant dedicated to meeting the needs of our Indigenous staff and providing career support enabling them to develop their skills further and continue to provide valuable input into CDU’s future directions.
View the Indigenous Employment - Attraction and Retention Strategy 2006-2009
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