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Government Information Public Access(GIPA)Trainee Jobs in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia at Careers at Council
Title: Government Information Public Access(GIPA)Trainee
Company: Careers at Council
Location: Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Sydney, New South Wales
Description
About Inner West Council
Inner West Council (IWC) is among Sydney’s larger local metropolitan local government councils looking after a community of 201,000 people living in some of the inner city’s most vibrant, creative, liveable, and diverse suburbs. As we continue to deliver quality, innovative, and inclusive programs and services, we invite you to join in on our journey towards becoming the best council for our community.
The community is at the heart of IWC, and our values ofIntegrity,Respect,Innovation,CompassionandCollaborationare at the centre of everything that we do.
Inner West Councilis hosting traineeships with GTOAbility Advocates Australiato recruit trainees within multiple areas of Council core business as part of the Inclusive Traineeship Program 2026.
This is a paid, 12-month traineeship, designed for people with disability who are looking to start or restart their career in a structured, supportive office environment.
Applicant Criteria
- People with disability aged 18 years and over
- Individuals eligible for traineeships under relevant training and employment frameworks
- Jobseekers residing within or able to access Inner West Sydney locations
What is theGovernment Information Public Access (GIPA)traineeship?
Kickstart your career in Business Administration with Inner West Council. This hands-on role lets you earn while you learn, gaining valuable skills while completing a Certificate III in Business Administration (BSB30120) in our Government Information Public Access (GIPA) team. Over the next 12 months, you’ll be part of a fully supported program that blends on-the-job training with online learning. You’ll be part of a team delivering high-quality public access to information services while building valuable skills for your future. Guided by a clear training plan, you’ll work towards key competencies, complete assessments, and track your progress as you grow your career.
For more information about traineeships, please go toApprentice Support Australia
About The Role
Make a meaningful impact by supporting transparency, accountability, and trust in local government. In this role, you will help ensure the community has appropriate access to information while protecting privacy and strengthening ethical decision-making across Council. Your work will contribute to building strong governance practices that support Councillors, staff, and the community, helping create an organisation that operates with integrity, professionalism, and confidence.
Please read thePosition Descriptionto familiarise yourself with all the requirements and conditions of the role.
Some Of The Required Skills, Experience And Qualifications
- Willingness and interest in attaining a Cert III in Business Administration
- Commitment to undertake and complete all required tasks
- Ability to manage complex information access requests, including third-party consultations.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Ability to communicate effectively to the public, co-workers and management.
How To Apply
Please note this recruitment is being managed by Ability Advocates – all enquiries and applications must be submitted to Ability Advocates directly at theircareer page
Enquiries
Please contact Ian Gatt Inclusive Pathways and Industry Partnerships Specialist Ability Advocates Australia 1300 028 928 OR 02 8550 [email protected]
Closing Date
Sunday 3 May 2026, 11:30PM
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