The South Australian Government is committed to increasing the employment of Aboriginal people in the public sector. The government values the contribution and cultural diversity that Aboriginal people bring to the public sector workforce.

Artwork: Karen Briggs

The South Australian public sector is an ideal place for Aboriginal people to start or continue their career as it offers a range of occupations and professional development opportunities.

In line with this commitment, our activities fall under four main action areas:

1. Connecting Aboriginal job seekers to employment opportunities in the South Australian public sector;
2. Providing mentoring support and leadership development opportunities for Aboriginal public sector employees;
3. Providing strategic advice to public sector agencies on Aboriginal recruitment, retention and development;
4. Supporting the South Australian public sector to create culturally safe and supportive work environments for Aboriginal employees.

Aboriginal Employment Register

The South Australian Public Sector Aboriginal Employment Register (AER) was established to provide an opportunity for Aboriginal job seekers to be considered for all vacancies across the sector.

The register is open to all Aboriginal people residing in South Australia, and once registered, you may be considered for South Australian public sector job vacancies as they become available.

Current Aboriginal public sector employees are also encouraged to use the register as a means of career progression and mobility across the sector.

 Sign up to the Aboriginal Employment Register

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