APS 3 (Training Broadband) $63,867 - $71,444 per annum plus superannuation
- ABARES Division
- Canberra, ACT
- Are you looking for an engaging and influential career in economics, statistics, data science and/or applied mathematical modelling?
- Face-to-face learning and development opportunities, with access to unique and highly rewarding networking experiences and events.
**Who we are**
**ABARES**:
- the **Australian Bureau of Agricultural and Resource Economics and Sciences**:
- is the research arm of the Australian Government Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry. We provide professionally independent, high-quality research, analysis, forecasting and statistics on portfolio industries, to government and private sector decision-makers. We are a unique organisation comprised of innovative and passionate teams and offer the opportunity to work in a collaborative, relaxed and inclusive working environment. ABARES has a wealth of expertise in applied economic and scientific research developing innovative modelling techniques, undertaking comprehensive surveys, and developing internationally recognised data management processes. The bureau also provides integrated socio-economic and biophysical analysis to address the policy issues facing Australia's primary industries.
**ABARES Graduate Program**
ABARES is looking for graduate and early career economists, statisticians, data scientists and mathematicians through its Entry Level Professional Program. The Program focuses on developing each individual's research and analysis skills in a proactive environment of highly experienced economists, scientists, statisticians and modellers passionate about exploring the issues faced by Australia's agriculture, forestry and fisheries sectors.
Highlights of the Program In our Entry Level Professional Program, you will:
- Work as part of a team in a proactive and integrated research environment.
- Be immersed in research to provide evidence and advice to underpin policy and industry decision-making.
- Extend your skills and knowledge through a range of formal and on-the-job training activities designed to guide your career and provide you with the tools to develop as a valuable member of the ABARES team including:
- Writing, presentation, data analytics and modelling training.
- Involvement in ABARES seminars and conferences, including National Outlook.
- Opportunities for workplace rotations within ABARES and the Department, to experience the breadth of work undertaken by DAFF.
**Please note**: Graduates commence at the APS3.4 level (currently $71,444 per annum plus 15.4% superannuation) and progress to the APS4 level (currently $72,022 plus 15.4% superannuation) part way through the program following their first successful performance review. On satisfactory completion of the 12-month program graduates will have the opportunity to advance to the APS5 level (currently $78,548 per annum plus 15.4% superannuation) or higher.
**Eligibility**
**Mandatory Qualifications