Gradcast

#25 - Year In Review: 2023 Edition

Happy holidays! Join us in this special Year in Review episode as we wrap up Season 2 with our host, Callum Irving. As 2023 draws to a close, we reflect on a year brimming with insightful podcast episodes and social media content, all designed to support and inspire graduates and junior staff in the Australian Public Service (APS). This special episode is a collection of the year's highlights, showcasing engaging stories, key insights, and practical advice from throughout the year. During Season 2, Callum has interviewed current and former APS graduates, staff from various regions within and outside Canberra, and numerous experts and professionals, each contributing their unique perspectives. So, grab a comfortable seat and tune in as Callum revisits the best moments of 2023 on Gradcast! Gradcast is produced by contentgroup and sponsored by the Commonwealth Superannuation Corporation (CSC). ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

#24 - Future of the APS: APS Academy and Graduate Development

What is the mission of APS Academy and what does it offer for APS grads? What should APS grads know about the APS Craft? What is the Australian Government Graduate Development Program? On the 10th of October 2023, Gradcast hosted its first live podcast event, where we invited current and aspiring Australian Public Service graduates and junior staff to experience the recording firsthand and participate in a live Q&A session. The live podcast featured a special guest, Kristin Boag, Director of Leadership and Graduate Development, APS Academy, APS Commission. This is part 2 of our host Callum Irving’s conversation with Kristin which focused on insights and practical advice for those seeking to upskill while working in the Australian Public Service. We hear from Kristin about the APS Academy, APS Craft and the Australian Government Graduate Development Program. The episode begins with interviews with our event attendees, who share their experiences working in the Australian Public Service and offer advice for someone considering working in the APS. Join us as we hear more of the Q&A session where our event attendees ask Kristin their questions about what is ahead for the future of the APS. Show notes: 1.  APS Academy | About Us [https://www.apsacademy.gov.au/about-us] 2.  APS Academy | 2024 APS Graduate development opportunities [https://www.apsacademy.gov.au/aps-craft/working-government/graduate-development] 3.  APS Academy | APS Craft Wheel [https://www.apsacademy.gov.au/aps-craft] 4.  Writing for busy readers: Communicate more effectively in the real world [https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/65650203-writing-for-busy-readers] 5.  LinkedIn | Kristin Boag [https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinboag/] Gradcast is produced by contentgroup and sponsored by the Commonwealth Superannuation Corporation (CSC). ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

#23 - Future of the APS: Skills, APS Reform and A.I.

What qualities are employers in the APS seeking in graduates and junior staff? What skills can we expect to be in high demand in the next 5 years? What is the APS reform agenda? How might artificial intelligence (A.I.) impact the way we work in the APS? On the 10th of October 2023, Gradcast hosted its first live podcast event, where we invited current and aspiring Australian Public Service graduates and junior staff to experience the recording firsthand and participate in a live Q&A session. The live podcast featured a special guest, Kristin Boag, Director of Leadership and Graduate Development, APS Academy, APS Commission. This is Part 1 of our host, Callum Irving’s, conversation with Kristin, where they discussed her journey from being an APS graduate to her current position at the APS Academy, and delved into key topics concerning the future of the APS. These topics include in-demand skills, the APS reform agenda, and the role of artificial intelligence (AI). Tune in to also hear a Q&A segment where our event attendees posed their questions to Kristin about what's ahead for the future of the APS. Show notes: 1. APS Academy | About Us [https://www.apsacademy.gov.au/about-us] 2. APS Academy | 2024 APS Graduate development opportunities [https://www.apsacademy.gov.au/aps-craft/working-government/graduate-development] 3. APS Reform | Outcomes and Initiatives [https://www.apsreform.gov.au/about-aps-reform/our-focus-areas] 4. DTA | Adoption of Artificial Intelligence in the APS [https://architecture.digital.gov.au/adoption-artificial-intelligence-public-sector-0] 5. Work with Purpose | EP#84: How is Australia’s public sector using generative AI? [https://contentgroup.com.au/work_with_purpose/ep84-how-is-australias-public-sector-using-generative-ai/] 6. LinkedIn | Kristin Boag [https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinboag/] Gradcast is produced by contentgroup and sponsored by the Commonwealth Superannuation Corporation (CSC). ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

#22 - Neurodiversity in the APS Workforce

Are you curious about what neurodiversity means and why it's becoming a significant topic in workplaces? Do you want to know how the Australian Public Service (APS) is creating an inclusive environment for people with neurodivergent conditions like autism, ADHD, and dyslexia? In this episode, we are joined by Robin Edmonds [https://www.linkedin.com/in/robin-edmonds-strategic-communication/], the Assistant Director of the Media Reform Branch at the Department of Infrastructure and Co-founder of the Public Sector Neurodiversity Community of Practice [https://www.apsc.gov.au/working-aps/diversity-and-inclusion/diversity-inclusion-news/public-sector-neurodiversity-community-practice], and David Smith [https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidcsmithemployforability/], an Autism and Neurodiversity employment specialist and advocate who runs 'Employ for Ability.' [https://employforability.com.au/] Listen as Robin and David discuss what neurodiversity is, the initiatives the APS is undertaking for inclusivity for neurodivergent individuals, and organisations and services available to assist people with neurodivergence in entering or sustaining employment in the APS. Additionally, don't miss Robin's rundown of various software and tools that can help neurodivergent individuals in the workplace. Whether you're a current APS grad, a potential recruit, or an employer looking to diversify your workforce, this episode will provide you with valuable insights. Links: 1. David Smith | LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidcsmithemployforability/] 2. Robin Edmonds | LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/robin-edmonds-strategic-communication/] 3. Public Sector Neurodiversity Community of Practice [https://www.apsc.gov.au/working-aps/diversity-and-inclusion/diversity-inclusion-news/public-sector-neurodiversity-community-practice] 4. Employ for Ability [https://employforability.com.au/] Gradcast is produced by contentgroup and sponsored by the Commonwealth Superannuation Corporation (CSC). ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

#21 - Landing a Job: APS Graduate Interviews 101 (Encore)

From application to interview, the APS graduate program selection process is extensive, and it can be quite overwhelming. What should you say during the interview? How can you prepare? And, most crucially, how do you stand out? In today's episode, we're taking a step back in time. We're revisiting a memorable segment from last year that provided our listeners with valuable tips on how to excel in job interviews, with a special focus on those designed for APS graduate programs. During our first segment, we'll hear Season 1 co-host Krishna Shukla's discussion with Lisa Tozer, also known as 'The Interview Coach'. Lisa shares invaluable tips for interview preparation, weaving in her own experiences and observations. She also delves deep into the reasons why behavioural questions have become such a prevalent and significant part of modern interview techniques. But that's not all. To provide a tangible and relatable perspective on the APS Graduate program interview experience, we've invited two guests who've walked that path. We are joined by Nidhi Yogi, a former Policy and Corporate Graduate from the Department of Defence, and Caitlin Sandercock, who was at the time serving as a Grants Officer at the Department of Industry, Science, Energy, and Resources. They will share their journeys, the challenges they faced, and the strategies they employed to secure their positions. Gradcast is produced by contentgroup and sponsored by the Commonwealth Superannuation Corporation (CSC). ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.