B.8 Human Resources Management

ACT Public Sector Development Programs

A number of whole of government professional development programs were offered across the ACT Public Sector during the 2016-17 reporting period. In addition to strengthening the capabilities of participating employees, whole of government programs offer the opportunity to build collaboration and networks across the ACT Public Sector.

The ACTPS Graduate Program attracts high calibre graduates from across Australia and builds the diversity of our workforce. It is a full time program conducted over ten months, offering graduates three diverse work rotations, tailored learning and development, and permanent appointment upon successful completion. In 2017, 38 graduates commenced the ACTPS Graduate Program, with approximately 13 per cent of the cohort being Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander graduates or graduates with a disability.

Preparation is ongoing for the 2018 Graduate intake. Applications for the 2018 ACTPS Graduate Program closed on 31 May 2017 with more than 1,270 applications received.

As discussed in Section B2, a comprehensive set of workforce strategies and practical tools has been 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 2016-17 reporting period. Three All Executive Speaker Series events were delivered during 2016-17, providing ACTPS executives with strategy, development, innovation and collaboration opportunities.

A ‘Leaders Leading Learning’ Program has been developed and was provided to Band 2 executives between September and December 2016 with a focus on leading innovation, engaging with risk and leading transformational change. Band 1 executives are undertaking the same program between May and October 2017.

Work will continue in 2017-18 on whole of government succession and talent management strategies to create the systematic attraction, identification, development and retention of high performing individuals.