Having completed the three modules and assessments in ECO3PPI, you have some valuable knowledge and experience at applying economic thinking to a range of important policy questions. When applying for jobs, you may be asked to demonstrate your experience using economics to respond to policy questions. As a recent graduate, you may want to discuss some of the assessments you have completed in this or other economics subjects and how you applied economic thinking to an important policy question or questions. Visit this Australian Public Service website which is about applying for an Australian Public Service job - these ideas are relevant for a wide range of jobs https://www.apsc.gov.au/working-aps/joining-aps/cracking-code/3-applying-aps-jobcracking-code Also visit this Victorian Department of Treasury and Finance Graduate Program website for some general information about economics graduate positions in the Victorian Public Service https://www.dtf.vic.gov.au/careers/graduate-program At the end of this document I have attached a position description for a Policy Officer position with the Economic Policy Group in the Victorian Department of Treasury and Finance. This position is best suited for a recent graduate so it is a useful exercise to respond to application to develop your skills at applying. I bring your attention to the following: How to apply You can apply online at www.careers.vic.gov.au. Here you will also find more information about jobs and working for government. Your application should include a cover letter and resume outlining your skills, knowledge and experience relating to the advertised role. Applicants are not required to submit a separate statement addressing the Key Selection Criteria. Your task for this assessment is to have a cover letter outlining "your skills, knowledge and experience relating to the advertised role". must done in a page. 

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