The presentation covers the professional career service and job search coaching available to all current students and alumni and the opportunities available for volunteering, mentoring and leadership opportunities

Chafin, Michelle

Garcia, Marta

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Edith Cowan UniversityResearch OnlineECU Research Week Conferences, Symposia and Campus Events2013Careers in Research and VolunteeringMarta GarciaEdith Cowan University, m.garcia@ecu.edu.auMichelle ChafinEdith Cowan University, m.chafin@ecu.edu.au'Presented at the ECU Research Week 2013, 16th to 20th September 2013'This Article is posted at Research Online.http://ro.ecu.edu.au/creswk/59Careers  and  Leadership  Services Edith Cowan University Presentation by: Edith Cowan University Careers and Leadership Services Careers in Research and Volunteering  Careers  and  Leadership  Services Edith Cowan University How to find the good jobs:  the self-marketing process Know the product =Your skills Know the Market=The labour market/Your Industry Target your self-marketing documents AND build your professional network Careers  and  Leadership  Services Edith Cowan University Hirer Research says    http://au.hudson.com/documents/emp_au_Hudson_Report_HR_Insights_octdec05.pdf Careers  and  Leadership  Services Edith Cowan University What do you know about YOU? Know your product!  Planning your Career  What kind of job do you want?  Self awareness  What are your skills and abilities?   Careers and Leadership Services    What are skills and what sorts of different types are there?  Technical skills  Personal skills  Employability Skills  Careers  and  Leadership  Services Edith Cowan University Technical skills  Technical skills are the specialised skills and knowledge required to perform VSHFLILFGXWLHVVRPHWLPHVUHIHUUHGWRDVµZRUNVNLOOV¶  x Proficient in computer skills including Microsoft office and publisher. x Knowledgeable in program design, development, evaluation and educational media.   Careers and Leadership Services Personal skills   Personal skills are the individual attributes you have such as personality and work habits. These often describe what you are like and how you would naturally go about doing things. 3HUVRQDOVNLOOVZLOORIWHQEHUHODWHGWRKRZ\RXILWLQWRµWKHWHDP¶RUWKHµFXOWXUHRIWKHZRUNSODFH¶   For example:  Committed to social justice and achieving equity, fairness, appreciation and respect for cultural diversity.  Passionate about the education sector with a strong commitment to caring for others demonstrated through consideration, understanding, sympathy and kindness.  Careers and Leadership Services Employability skills   Employability Skills are skills that apply across a variety of jobs and life contexts. They are sometimes referred to as key skills, core skills, life skills, essential skills, key competencies, necessary skills, and transferable skills. Industry's preferred term is Employability Skills.   (PSOR\DELOLW\VNLOOVDUHGHILQHGDV³VNLOOV´UHTXLUHGQRWRQO\WRJDLQHPSOR\PHQWEXWDOVRWRSURJUHVVZLWKLQDQHQWHUSULVHVRDVWRDFKLHYHRQH¶VSRWHQWLDODQGFRQWULEXWHsuccessfully to enterprise strategic directions. For example:   High ability to function independently and deliver programs as part of a multidisciplinary team.  Effective organisational, time management and well developed problem solving skills. Careers  and  Leadership  Services Edith Cowan University Research skills   Critical Thinking  Problem solving  Creativity  Oral Communication  Written Communication  Initiative  Data and evidence analysis skills work at the frontiers of their discipline  Up-to-date substantive and methodological knowledge /skills  Ability to contribute to scholarship research Careers  and  Leadership  Services Edith Cowan University Your Research Skills   Example FACULTY OF EDUCATION & ARTS  SCHOOL OF EDUCATION  Full Unit Outline - August 2012 LEARNING OUTCOMES On completion of this unit students should be able to:   undertake independent inquiry;   analyse and reflect on contemporary issues in educational practice and/or educational research;   analyse presentations and readings related to the selected topics;   prepare papers/presentations that illustrate active reflection, a consideration of related literature and/or an identifiable position or issue statement in relation to a selected topic; and   consider and communicate the implications of selected topics or investigations for educational practice. Careers  and  Leadership  Services Edith Cowan University Employability Skills  Employability skills:  Communication   Teamwork  Problem Solving  Self Management  Planning & Organising  Technology  Learning  Initiative & Enterprise  Critical, analytical  Writing organising ideas  Creativity  Decision making skills  Ref:  Employability  Skills  Framework,  extract  from  Employability  Skills  for  the  Future  2002    Skills  Loyalty  Commitment  Honesty & Integrity  Enthusiasm  Reliability  Personal Presentation  Commonsense  Positive Self Esteem  A sense of humour  A balanced attitude to work & home life  Ability to deal with pressure  Motivation  Adaptability Self-understanding Cross-cultural awareness Creative capacities Attributes Careers  and  Leadership  Services Edith Cowan University What do you know about the  labour market and YOUR industry? Research the Labour market www.joboutlook.gov.au± skill shortages and occupational info www.myfuture.edu.au±career and occupation site www.jobguide.deewr.gov.au-occupation research  www.graduatecareers.com.au www.deewr.gov.au/Employment/ResearchStatistics/Pages/AustralianJobs.aspx-2011 info www.skillsinfo.gov.au/industry-information www.lmip.gov.au - labour market information portal ±Information sheets on Career Hub ±VHH³/DERXU0DUNHW,QIR6NLOOV6KRUWDJH´    Careers  and  Leadership  Services Edith Cowan University What do you know about the  labour market and YOUR industry? Research YOUR industry  Employer Websites-Advertised positions ±what do employers want? Professional associations ±see www.jobguide.deewr.gov.au and www.graduateopportunities.com  Google search or ask your lecturer Career and occupation information websites: www.myfuture.edu.au± for career and occupation information  Careers  and  Leadership  Services Edith Cowan University What do you know about the  labour market and YOUR industry? Research Graduate Websites: www.gradconnection.com.au www.immi.nga.net.au www.graduateopportunities.com www.graduatecareers.com.au www.jobs.wa.gov.au www.unigrad.com www.deewr.gov.au http://www.aageconference.com.au/  Careers  and  Leadership  Services Edith Cowan University What do you know about the  labour market and YOUR industry? Employment websites: http://www.unijobs.com.au/jobs_in_perth.php http://www.wjobs.com.au/ http://www.jobs.wa.gov.au/ http://www.applydirect.com.au/jobs http://www.seek.com.au/jobsearch/ http://www.jobsearch.gov.au  Careers  and  Leadership  Services Edith Cowan University INDUSTRY EMPLOYMENT PROJECTIONS   West    Employment is projected to grow in 18 of the 19 broad ANZSIC industries over the next five years, with Agriculture , Forestry and Fishing the only industry projected to record a decline in employment.  The industries projected to grow most strongly in percentage terms over the next five years are:      Health Care and Social Assistance (13.0 per cent),      Construction (10.1 per cent),       Arts and Recreation Services (10.0 per cent)       Retail Trade (8.9 per cent).   The strong projected growth in the relatively small industry of Arts and Recreation is primarily driven by the Sports and Physical Recreation Activities sector, which has grown strongly in recent years.  http://lmip.gov.au/default.aspx?LMIP/EmploymentProjections  Careers  and  Leadership  Services Edith Cowan University INDUSTRY EMPLOYMENT PROJECTIONS  Wehttp://lmip.gov.au/default.aspx?LMIP/EmploymentProjections  st Health  Care  and  Social  Assistance,  21.3%Retail  Trade,  13.1%Construction,  12.0%Accommodation  and  Food  Services,  8.0%Education  and  Training,  7.7%Professional,  Scientific  &  Technical  Services,  7.5%Public  Administration  and  Safety,  5.2%Transport,  Postal  and  Warehousing,  5.0%Arts  and  Recreation  Services,  2.6%Financial  and  Insurance  Services,  1.9%Wholesale  Trade,  1.9%Manufacturing,  1.7% Mining,  1.4%Other,  10.6%Careers  and  Leadership  Services Edith Cowan University Western Australia  Employment Ranked by Industry May 2013  Westhttp://lmip.gov.au/default.aspx?LMIP/LFR/WA_LFR_Industry_Total_Ranked Careers  and  Leadership  Services Edith Cowan University Future Employment   Healthcare and Social Assistance Future employment needs are expected to be in occupations which enable and support the demand for new and improved services. In addition, those occupations which enable technological changes and support the continuing growth in demand for child care services. Demand is likely to be focused on health and therapy professionals, registered / enrolled nurses and welfare or aged care support workers     Retail Growth is expected across most retailing sectors, particulary online sales businesses and development of in-store marketing strategies using smart devices and interactive technologies    www.dtwd.wa.gov.au /   www.awpa.gov.au / DEEWR 2013 Employment Projections    Careers  and  Leadership  Services Edith Cowan University Future Employment   Construction  Future employment needs expected to be in the robust resources and residential sector. Occupations in demand are likely to be project management and operations management focused    Arts and Recreation Services Particular focus is on the sports and recreation services focusing on community engagement, sports coaching    www.dtwd.wa.gov.au /   www.awpa.gov.au / DEEWR 2013 Employment Projections  Careers  and  Leadership  Services Edith Cowan University Where are the jobs?  Hidden job market - µ1HWZRUNLQJ¶  ¾ Friends and family ¾ Neighbours ¾ Fellow students ¾ Community groups  ¾ Hobby groups  ¾ Professional Associations    Advertised job market  ¾ Human Resources ¾ Recruitment agencies ¾ Newspapers ¾ Internet ± such as Seek and Career one ¾ Sending out Resumes ± Cold canvassing   (Note: Advertised positions often ask fRU\UVµORFDO¶H[SHULHQFHDQGTXDOLILFDWLRQV5HDOLW\PD\EHGLIIHUHQW   Kim                  2011 30% Advertised 70% Not Advertised  Hidden job market Managers Supervisors Workers Human Resources Department What skills and experience do people in this job or industry prefer? Use your current network to find people in this industry. Who knows me in this industry?? Careers  and  Leadership  Services Edith Cowan University Accessing the Hidden Job Market  Who do you know? ± Fellow students, lecturers ± Friends, Family, Neighbours ± Clubs & groups ± Facebook/Linkedin.com  Who do they know? ± People in that job? ± Managers in that industry?  Who knows you?  Careers  and  Leadership  Services Edith Cowan University Accessing the Hidden Job Market  Networking mindset   Market research ± Skills, experience & qualifications valued?   Find ways to be useful to people ± Volunteer for your professional association  Careers  and  Leadership  Services Edith Cowan University Secrets of Self Marketing  Know your product ± What are the skills and abilities you want to get paid for? ± What do you do well?  Know your market ± Who actually makes the decision to hire a person? ± Who may influence this decision? ± What are their business needs? Careers  and  Leadership  Services Edith Cowan University Stepping stones  to a full time job Volunteer work Internships cadetships Vacation Work Graduate Programs Full-Time Part-Time Careers  and  Leadership  Services Edith Cowan University Work Experience  Increases your employability  65% of employers consider volunteering and work experience the same as paid work  Allows you to test industry and organisational fit  Develops skills and knowledge to enhance further job applications  Good idea to undertake work experience whilst you are studying / in the university breaks  Opportunity to create vital network contacts  Careers  and  Leadership  Services Edith Cowan University                                      The Self-Marketing Process                                   REMEMBER our Workshops! ³7KH3URGXFW´ <28DQG\RXU3RUWIROLR        Résumé/Cover Letter  Selection Criteria Networking Interview skills The Pitch Careers  and  Leadership  Services Edith Cowan University Recording Activities  Keep copies of all job adverts & applications  Include date submitted, feedback received, location, company contact details etc  If an employer contacts you unexpectedly you will have the information at hand  Allows for tracking of your applications and easier follow up  Keep note of all your networking contacts: contact details, organisation, information gathered, other contacts within organisation   Careers  and  Leadership  Services Edith Cowan University Volunteering  Research Briefing Paper 100 ± TSRC ± does volunteering improve employability  Volunteering has been found to help with maintaining and GHYHORSLQJ³KDUG´VNLOOVDQGZLWKµVRIW¶VNLOOV,WPD\KHOSGHYHORSµZRUNDWWLWXGHV¶DQGEHKDYLRXUVDQGLQFUHDVHconfidence and self esteem. Claims are also made for the role of volunteering in building social capital, which in turn has employability benefits.  Careers  and  Leadership  Services Edith Cowan University Types of Volunteering Formal ± ongoing defined role for a non-profit organisation.  Non-Formal ± Community members come together around a shared interest. Hobby groups, illness related self help groups, unfunded neighbourhood groups.   Project ± occurs when volunteers work for a non-profit organisation  to achieve specific outcomes.  Part of a project team.  Social Action ± people come together around a shared interest. Environmental groups, community action groups.  Governance ± volunteers on boards and management committees work. Careers  and  Leadership  Services Edith Cowan University Recording Activities e-Portfolio ± Pebble Pad to Record hours Careers  and  Leadership  Services Edith Cowan University :KDW¶V2Q"   Information sheets  See Career Resources section on Career Hub via www.ecu.edu.au/careers                 Workshops   Resume and cover Letter Creation  Networking Know-how   How to do a great interview  Selection Criteria  Student Volunteer Induction Workshops  Peer Mentoring    Careers  and  Leadership  Services Edith Cowan University Careers  and  Leadership  Services Edith Cowan University Careers  and  Leadership  Services Edith Cowan University How to contact us   Website: www.ecu.edu.au/careers  Email: careers@ecu.edu.au  Phone: 6304 5899  Liked the seminar? Tell your friends.                facebook.com/students.ecu  twitter.com/ecu    

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