FIRST NATIONS: TAFE GRADUATE PROGRAM
Our mission
At Buneen Consulting, we are dedicated to dismantling Indigenous disadvantage by facilitating meaningful employment opportunities for First Nations peoples. Our TAFE Graduate Program is designed to integrate graduates into the Victorian Public Sector, enhancing their career prospects and contributing to the community’s prosperity
Program Overview
Introduction
There is a critical need to integrate First Nations people into various roles within the Victorian Public Sector. Our program initially targets placements for TAFE graduates holding VET certificates Levels 3 or 4, a pivotal step toward overcoming Indigenous disadvantage
goals
Our goal is to place two TAFE graduates into each participating VPSC employer starting in July 2024, with potential adjustments based on specific employer capabilities. This twelve-month program focuses on building and deepening employer-employee relationships
Activities and Deliverables
Timeline and process
The program begins in July and spans twelve months, emphasising:
Employment placement: Secure at least one graduate position per employer.
Managerial training: Equip managers with the skills to support their new team members effectively.
Ongoing support: Regular consultations and support for both managers and graduates.
Cultural enhancement: Improve workplace culture through increased cultural understanding."
deliverables
Placement of at least one TAFE graduate per employer.
Enhancement of existing cultural programs to broaden learning opportunities.
Improvement of employment experiences for First Nations employees.
Enrichment of the host organisation's workplace culture
“Through dedication and collaboration, the Buneen Consulting TAFE Graduate Program transforms potential into success, creating pathways for First Nations graduates to achieve inspiring and positive outcomes in their careers and communities”