For individuals
JobTrainer
As part of its economic response to COVID-19, the Australian government is providing free or low-fee training courses across the nation through its $1 billion JobTrainer Fund.
Jobs Hub
The Jobs Hub assists job seekers and employers to connect in a rapidly changing job market in the COVID-19 world.
Jobs Victoria Mentors
The Jobs Victoria Mentors services provides eligible workers with advice and support to find a suitable job.
jobactive
jobactive is an Australian government initiative dedicated to getting more Australians into work, connecting job seekers with employers.
Career Transition Assistance
The Career Transition Assistance program is designed to help mature-age job seekers aged 45 years and over to build their confidence and skills to become more competitive in the market.
Mature Age Hub
The Mature Age Hub lists services and supports that connect businesses and mature age workers.
ParentsNext
ParentsNext helps parents and carers to build confidence, develop skills, and access local support and services to obtain employment.
New Enterprise Incentive Scheme (NEIS)
New Business Assistance with NEIS can help you turn your business idea into a viable business, where you can be your own boss.
Launch into Work
The Launch into Work program supports pre-employment projects, helping job seekers prepare for vacancies and employers to trial new ways of recruiting. The program is primarily focused on creating long-term employment pathways for women.
Uniting Employment Services
Uniting specialise in working with people who have a permanent medical condition, mental illness, injury or disability requiring employment tailored to their abilities, and provides services to match job seekers and employers.
For business
Head to our Helping Businesses navigate COVID-19 page for a range of support and advice for business dealing with the impact of COVID-19.
Boosting Apprenticeship Commencements
The Boosting Apprenticeship Commencements wage subsidy supports businesses and Group Training Organisations to take on new apprentices and trainees to build a pipeline of skilled workers and assist with the COVID-19 recovery.
Working for Victoria
Jobs Victoria Employment Network works with employers to identify their business needs and help find jobseekers across Victoria with the right skills and experience.
jobactive
jobactive is an Australian government initiative dedicated to getting more Australians into work, connecting job seekers with employers.
Wage Subsidies
Wage subsidies up to $10,000 (GST inclusive) may be available to Australian businesses hiring employment services participants in ongoing jobs.
Jobs Victoria Fund
The Jobs Victoria Fund is a wage subsidy program that supports businesses to hire people whose employment has been most affected by the pandemic.