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).

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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
2. APS Academy | 2024 APS Graduate development opportunities
3. APS Academy | APS Craft Wheel
4. Writing for busy readers: Communicate more effectively in the real world
5. LinkedIn | Kristin Boag

Gradcast is produced by contentgroup and sponsored by the Commonwealth Superannuation Corporation (CSC).

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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
2. APS Academy | 2024 APS Graduate development opportunities
3. APS Reform | Outcomes and Initiatives
4. DTA | Adoption of Artificial Intelligence in the APS
5. Work with Purpose | EP#84: How is Australia’s public sector using generative AI?
6. LinkedIn | Kristin Boag

Gradcast is produced by contentgroup and sponsored by the Commonwealth Superannuation Corporation (CSC).

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.