Sydney IAPSEN

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Welcome

Within a supportive environment, reflecting the values and objectives of the Australian Public Service, NSW IAPSEN aims to provide liaison, advice and support regarding Indigenous issues, with a broad, balanced and flexible approach.

The NSW IAPSEN’s goal is to be a representative group that can promote and enhance the aims of the Indigenous staff and Indigenous employment in the APS in general.  The network aims to represent Indigenous staff within the APS in New South Wales and where possible work together with external communities and agencies.

Values Statement

Spirit

We value a spirit of goodwill and demonstrate commitment for developing the Indigenous platforms and agenda within the APS.

Sharing

We welcome and embrace all in enhancing the Indigenous landscape of the APS and will work with the Australian Public Service Commission to implement progressive solutions.  

Integrity

We value honesty, trustworthiness, loyalty, truthfulness, courtesy, understanding, reliability and ethical behaviour from all.

Passion

We encourage enthusiasm and a positive outlook, together with a willingness to embrace challenge and change within the NSW IAPSEN group.

Respect

We value respect and responsibility and undertake to act in a professional and supportive manner as NSW IAPSEN members.

Awareness 

When and where required the NSW IAPSEN will give advice and support relating to Indigenous cultural awareness.  

Our business objectives are to:

• Provide a central point of reference and expertise for Indigenous issues to be raised, across the Public Service in NSW;
• Devise ideas and put forward recommendations to enhance positive Indigenous outcomes for the APS;
• Promote awareness of Indigenous culture, issues and services internally and externally;
• Support the recruitment and development of Indigenous staff; and
• Foster relationships with external Indigenous communities and agencies.

IAPSEN Executive  2007-2009

Chairperson                            Paul Brant  -  ABC     
Committee member                 Beverley Seiver  - Centrelink
Committee member                 Brendon Fitzgerald  -  Medicare
Committee member                 Lisa Jewell  -  ATO
Committee Member                 Michael West  -  ATO
Secretariat                              Di Gibbins – Australian Public Service Commission

Major Goals 2007-2009

• Ensure growth and sustainability of the NSW IAPSEN group.
• Hold at least 2 major careers days that focus on the range of careers available through agencies in the Australian Public Service.
• Develop Indigenous staff and develop courses related to mentoring.
• Support the National IAPSEN model through active participation.
• Raise the profile of NSW IAPSEN
• Raise the profile of NSW IAPSEN