About Us

National Employment Services Association

NESA is the peak body for Australia’s Government contracted employment and related services sector

NESA is dedicated to advancing education and quality service provision in the employment and related services sector and improving social and public welfare. The wellbeing of unemployed, disadvantaged, and marginalised people is at the heart of our advocacy.  Our priority is assisting them in overcoming barriers to economic and social participation in society, with particular emphasis on those who are most disadvantaged.

Established in 1997, NESA leads the sector through the delivery of intensive policy, operational and capacity building support to position programs and service delivery to best respond to needs and aspirations of economically and socially disadvantaged Australians.

NESA represents the diversity of organisations across the sector, including not-for-profit, for-profit and public organisations delivering the full suite of Australian government employment assistance programs and community services.

Our mission

Driving excellence in employment services through representation, development, support and connection

Our vision

Opportunity for everyone through employment and inclusion.​

Our services

Policy Papers and Submissions

Copies of our policy papers and submissions to government inquiries

Advocacy and Stakeholder Engagement

Information regarding our advocacy and stakeholder engagement activities

Nesa Academy

Enhancing the qualifications and experience of staff to ensure excellence in service delivery

NESA Events

Provides timely information about sector-relevant events as they arise - conferences, forums and retreats

Professional Development

Our Professional Development workshop and webinar calendar

Industry Partners

Presenting members with high quality practical services and product options that support business and operations

Employment Services Workforce Survey

Information regarding our biennial Employment Services Workforce Survey

Capacity Building

Consulting and capacity building projects that complement our member services and advocacy

International

NESA has a team of expert advisors who are able to work alongside governments and organisations providing advisory services in policy design and implementation

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