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The Australian Public Service Commission issues publications, advices and circulars, reports, speeches and media statements to agencies outlining changes in APS people and performance management. The following are current under the Public Service Act 1999, unless otherwise indicated.
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13 result(s) found, displaying 1 to 10Ministerial Transitions
Publication
This paper outlines broad principles for transitions that take place during the course of the relationship between the APS and the government of the day. It is intended for senior departmental officials, departmental staff responsible for portfolio support, Ministerial staff and Ministers.
The Operating Environment of a Ministerial Office
Publication
The purpose of this guidance is to provide an overview of the operating environment of a Ministerial office. It is intended for members of the Australian Public Service (APS).
Working with Ministers
Publication
The opportunity to work closely with Ministers is a privilege and an exciting part of an Australian Public Service (APS) career. The partnership between a Minister, and their staff, and the APS is a critical part of Australia’s democracy.
Departmental Liaison Officers
Publication
This paper provides guidance for high performing candidates interested in the role of a Departmental Liaison Officer (DLO). This paper should be read in conjunction with paper Departmental Liaison Officer – Guidance for Managers.
Open letter to the APS on returning to usual workplaces from PM&C Secretary Philip Gaetjens and APS Commissioner Peter Woolcott AO
Open Letters to the Australian Public Service
Restrictions in states and territories are relaxing and we are emerging from lockdowns across much of the nation. This is a welcome change after a challenging 18 months.
Launch of the Australian Public Service Academy
Media releases
Today the Assistant Minister to the Minister for the Public Service, the Hon Ben Morton MP, officially opened the Australian Public Service Academy, a new approach to APS-wide learning and development.
Open letter to the APS on the APS Academy from PM&C Secretary Philip Gaetjens and APS Commissioner Peter Woolcott AO
Open Letters to the Australian Public Service
We have passed the mid-point of the year, and COVID-19 continues to make its presence felt – causing significant disruption across the nation, and for many APS employees. Thank you for your ongoing flexibility and hard work during this period of extended uncertainty.
Highly Capable, Future-Ready: APS Learning and Development Strategy
Learning and Development
The APS Learning and Development Strategy lays the foundation for a highly capable and future-ready APS workforce; always learning and adapting to deliver for the Government and Australians
Highly Capable, Future Ready: APS Learning and Development Action Plan
Learning and Development
The APS Learning and Development Action Plan sets out the practical steps to implement the APS Learning and Development Strategy over the next five years (2021-2026).
Australian Public Service Remuneration report 2020
Remuneration reports
The report provides APS agencies with data that informs their remuneration practices.