B.8 Human Resources Management
ACT Public Sector Development Programs
A number of whole of government professional development programs were offered across the Sector during the reporting period. In addition to strengthening the capabilities of participating staff, whole of government programs offer the opportunity to build collaboration and networks across the Sector.
The Graduate Program attracts high calibre graduates from across Australia and builds the diversity of our workforce. It is a full-time program conducted over 10 months, offering graduates three diverse work rotations, tailored learning and development, and permanent appointment upon successful completion. In 2016, forty five graduates commenced the Graduate Program, with approximately 20% of the cohort being Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander graduates or graduates with a Disability.
Preparation is ongoing for the 2017 Graduate intake. Applications for the 2017 Graduate Program closed on 1 May 2016 with 1,268 applications received.
As discussed in section B2, a comprehensive set of workforce strategies and practical tools are being developed to further develop the capability of employees, managers and leaders across the ACTPS.
Strengthening the capability of the ACTPS Executive cohort was a key focus during the 2015-16 reporting period. Five executive leadership workshops and four All Executive Speaker Series were delivered during 2015-16, providing ACTPS Executives with strategy, development, innovation and collaboration opportunities.
A pilot ‘Leaders Leading Learning’ Program is currently being developed, which will be targeted to Band 2 Executives with a focus on leading innovation, engaging with risk and leading transformational change.
Work will continue in 2016-17 on whole of government succession and talent strategies to create the systematic attraction, identification, development and retention of high-performing individuals.
