ADF

For Army, Navy and Airforce personnel

Career transition

Our Career Transition Managementcoaching program and CV coachingservice are designed to supportAustralian Defence Members in theirmove from a military career to civilianemployment.

We focus on providing you with what youreally need: personalised one­on­oneconsultation time, up to 12 months ofcareer transition support and aninterview­generating CV.

The services are funded by the ADF through theCareer Transition Assistance Scheme (CTAS)(depending on eligibility) or can be self­funded.

OverviewOur career coaching program is designed toassist you plan and implement a careertransition strategy, assess opportunities(including entrepreneurship or active retirement)and redeploy your expertise and skills to swiftlyachieve your post­Defence employment goals.

We will work with you to align your interests,skills and background with targeted opportunitiesin the civilian job market.

CV coaching is included in the program or canbe utilised as a stand­alone service if required.

Proven job search methodologiesThe program is based upon proven job searchmethodologies that successfully facilitateemployment in the civilian workforce.

Expert coachingGuided by specialist Defence transition consultantswith experience in a range of industries, you willreceive in­depth coaching on how to plan andimplement an effective career transition.

Comprehensive supportThe program covers key areas for exiting defencepersonnel including financial planning, careerdirection, self­marketing, marketing materials,networking advice and interview coaching.

It includes access to recruiters and HR contacts,feedback on applications and ongoing job searchsupport. The program can be tailored to yourrequirements, so that your individual needs are met.

Further details are provided overleaf.

Program deliverablesThe Career Transition Management Coaching Program comprises the following modules. We can alsocreate a program tailored to your requirements to ensure your specific needs are met. Please contactGlide Outplacement on 07 3162 2976 to discuss a customised proposal.

Module 1 – Coping with change• Adjust to civilian employment• Minimise potential negative consequences• Succeed in career transition with minimal

personal and financial disruption.

Module 2 – Assessment• Review career history and achievements• Identify key skills, motivators and values• Refine and articulate your personal value to

the civilian market• Assess potential career directions and

industries, including self­employment andretirement options

• Identify and set short and long term careergoals to enable a targeted search strategy

• Address potential obstacles such as age,career gaps or changes in career direction.

Module 3 – Projecting strengths• Develop quality resumes that convey your

skills and experience to the reader andgenerate interviews

• Create cover letters for all job searchsituations

• How to submit online applications• Advice on creating an online identity and

brand, including developing a LinkedIn profilefor online networking

• Advice on using telephone and email when jobsearching.

Module 4 – Job search strategy• Create a proactive job search plan to achieve

career goals and secure an ideal role• Advice on organising a job search and

managing time effectively• Tools to manage contacts, store job search

documentation and to track applications.• Identify, leverage and expand a professional

network to give access to the hidden jobmarket

• Use social media to gain a competitiveadvantage in the job market

• Advice on discovering job opportunities whichare not being advertised

• Guidance on researching and accessingpotential employers and opportunities

• Advice on working with recruitmentagencies.

Module 5 – Interviewing and negotiating• Interview preparation• Coaching to build performance and success in

behavioural interviews• Assistance with negotiating a salary package• Onboarding advice.

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The career transition program includes:• 12 months’ of one­on­one support in all

aspects of the career transition campaign• Up­to­date job market intelligence including

growth industries, remuneration and regionallabour trends

• Professional career assessment andachievement mapping

• Strategic coaching on job search techniques• Resume and letters developed by

professional writers• Networking development and introductions• Access to HR and industry contacts• Follow­up mentoring sessions.