Analysis of Applicant Success Rates under the Recruitability Scheme within Department of Defence.
Dear Department of Defence,
I am writing to request information regarding the number of people with disabilities who have applied for APS positions through the Recruitability Scheme, as well as their success rates in securing employment within Department of Defence.
The information requested would greatly assist in understanding the effectiveness of current diversity initiatives taken by the Federal Government. Kindly refer to the legislative framework governing the Recruitability Scheme, specifically under section 28 of the Australian Public Service Commissioner's Directions 2016, which has been amended and in force since 25 July 2019.
Please include details such as the total number of applicants with disabilities, the number of successful applicants offered positions, and any relevant demographic breakdowns or trends observed within Department of Defence. Additionally, if there are any existing reports or publications on this topic, I would be grateful to receive them alongside the requested data.
I understand that compiling this information may require time and resources, but I believe it would greatly contribute to our collective efforts in promoting inclusivity and equal opportunities within the Department. Any assistance you can provide in fulfilling this request would be sincerely appreciated.
Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to your prompt response.
Warm regards,
Yours faithfully,
Ghyas Alam
OFFICIAL
Dear Ghyas
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I am writing to request information regarding the number of people with
disabilities who have applied for APS positions through the Recruitability
Scheme, as well as their success rates in securing employment within
Department of Defence.
Please include details such as the total number of applicants with
disabilities, the number of successful applicants offered positions, and
any relevant demographic breakdowns or trends observed within Department
of Defence. Additionally, if there are any existing reports or
publications on this topic, I would be grateful to receive them alongside
the requested data.
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