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Sansuda (Beau) Annoptham

Policy and Finance Analyst,
Chief Minister, Treasury and Economic Development Directorate

Tell us about your role

I am currently working as a Finance and Policy Analyst in Finance Operations. As a part of my role, I work and analyse data to make it meaningful and useful for stakeholders. This involves designing and upgrading dashboards as well as redesigning templates and reports to make sure that it is time relevant.

Can you tell us about a project you're working on?

I am currently working on making new Dashboard for internal stakeholder. As a part of the project, I analyse data to identify any trends and useful factors. I turn the raw data into visual elements such as graphs and tables ensuring that it will be beneficial for stakeholders to utilise. I get to communicate and receive feedbacks from stakeholders and colleagues. I love that I get to hear other people’s ideas as well as using my creativity and skills.

What is most rewarding about your job?

The most rewarding about my job is knowing that my work has a direct impact on the community. Being in ACT Government means that my work is meaningful not only for internal stakeholders but also to the external stakeholder.

Tina Procter

Digital Communications Officer,
Chief Minister, Treasury and Economic Development Directorate

Tell us about your role

Working as a Communications Officer, I create engaging content for the ACT Government’s print publications, websites and digital channels. My work involves consulting and informing the community about Government projects, services and initiatives that contribute to our inclusive and diverse Territory. I enjoy meeting local and noteworthy people and using their stories to inform the ACT Government’s work.

Can you tell us about a project you're working on?

I’m currently working on Canberra’s economic recovery from COVID-19. By working with local businesses, I really see the vital role businesses play in our community, from supporting livelihoods and local suppliers to bringing our suburbs and town centres to life. This is one of the things I love about my role, helping to promote stories and businesses across our digital channels.

What is most rewarding about your job?

The most rewarding part about my work is seeing its direct impact on my community. I see this through my engagement across the ACT Government’s social media platforms, whether that be answering people’s questions through direct messages or replying to comments. It gives me a way to talk to everyday Canberrans in an immediate and informal way. The ACT Graduate Program provided me such a rewarding experience and supported me to work with community on making a positive impact.

Rachel Bernabe

Content Marketing Officer,
VisitCanberra, Chief Minister, Treasury and Economic Development Directorate

“I have the kind of job where you can wear lots of different hats and sometimes all at once. A typical day could consist of writing content for web articles and print publications, brainstorming seasonal campaign ideas, being on the ground at a photo shoot as well as meeting with tourism industry leaders and operators”.

Tell us about your role

Working in the marketing team for VisitCanberra, I get to promote Canberra as a tourism destination to domestic and international travellers. In my current role, I am required to bring people together through compelling stories. In these articles, I showcase the experiences on offer in Canberra to our target tourism markets, as well as tailoring content for our industry and government stakeholders.

What do you enjoy about your job?

Every day is different, you’ll never have a boring day on the job. The field of communications is creative, innovative and one that will keep you learning forever. I get to be part of a highly talented, collaborative and supportive team which makes the work a joy to do.

There are also wonderful opportunities that accompany my job including being the first to know of up-and-coming tourism experiences and events and connecting with passionate tourism operators and brilliant people in the industry. I am grateful that I have found a job where my skill set, interests and experience piece together seamlessly like a jigsaw puzzle.

What advice would you give others who want to work in this field?

1. Be like a sponge and absorb all the new information – because there’s a lot of it. Stay engaged in conversations, ask questions and see what you can share or contribute.
2. Take time to explore the many facets of communications. It’s a very broad field so it can take a bit of perseverance to land in an area you feel connected to and passionate about.
3. Always lift and empower others. It’s a fundamental part of building relationships, which is essential to the field and most importantly, life. If being a leader isn’t in your job title, be one by supporting your colleagues and embodying the values of a leader such as integrity, resilience and positivity.

Alannah Freeman

Spatial Ecologist,
Environment, Planning and Sustainable Development

Tell us about your role

I am a spatial ecologist, working with maps and data to support conservation research and monitoring programs across Canberra, guiding land management and decision making that protects our environment.

Can you tell us about a project you’re working on?

So far, I have been working in the field conducting surveys for an endangered reptile, the Grassland Earless Dragon, in their local habitat. This work allows us to understand population trends of this threatened species and will guide important management actions.

When I’m not out conducting surveys, I work from home. I am also a carer so the flexibility to work from home really suits me. I have rostered days in the office too and then field work sometimes, so I still stay in contact with the team.

What is most rewarding about your job?

Doing meaningful work is really important to me. In the ACTPS I get to work where I live. I can see the impacts around me and the value of my work to the community. Throughout the grad program, every team and role has given me a chance to learn more about Canberra and make a meaningful impact.

John Oost

Infrastructure Project Officer,
Major Projects Canberra

Tell us about your role

My role involves supporting the delivery and sustainment of infrastructure for the Canberra community. This includes building better bridges and roads, upgrading community facilities and designing infrastructure for the public that is fit for purpose and suitable for our future. Every day involves a new challenge and keeps me up to date with the latest technologies – whether it be sustainable concrete or smart technologies to improve our transport network. I can allocate my time between my day-to-day role and supporting broader Government initiatives such as our Sustainability Network where we share sustainability innovations across government or contribute to co-design of our Digital Vision for infrastructure in the ACT.

Can you tell us about a project you’re working on?

I'm working on a project which involves redesigning damaged road pavements across multiple sites in the ACT. I was involved in the procurement of a design consultant and now I am managing the contract throughout the design stage. This role is a great opportunity to bring in innovations from similar projects, the broader industry and academia. We aim to expand on these innovations and learn from our experiences to improve the product, save time and money and reduce the emissions impact of unnecessary construction materials and processes.

What is most rewarding about your job/role?

The most rewarding part of my role is having the opportunity to work on exciting projects with others to create impact. I really enjoy trialling new technologies and ideas and, finishing projects that the community will enjoy for years to come.