Institute of Public Administration Australia

On 30 October, IPAA National President Andrew Metcalfe AO delivered the 2024 David Hawkes Oration for IPAA Northern Territory. His speech tackled the complexities faced by public servants, emphasising the importance of navigating these ‘interesting times’ with integrity and purpose. Andrew shared valuable lessons from his career, highlighting that while uncertainty is a constant in the public service, public servants can successfully navigate through challenges and thrive in their work. Here are some quotes from his speech: 💡Public servants are always destined to work in ‘interesting times’… times will always be tricky, but it is indeed possible to successfully navigate them. 💡Culture is critical. Leaders must establish clear expectations of ethical behaviour. 💡You always make better decisions, and avoid bad ones, when you’ve discussed them and sought other people’s views. 💡Decisions by public servants can have a profound impact on people’s lives. 💡We have a solemn duty to undertake our work lawfully, with empathy and understanding, and in a fair and reasonable way. 💡It is one thing to have an initial rush of enthusiasm, but quite another to genuinely change an organisation and ensure that change endures. 💡Leaders need to listen, much more than they speak. 💡We must never forget those lessons of the past. 💡Managing in tricky times requires us to learn from our mistakes, but also to learn from what went right. 💡 The reality is that overwhelmingly two million or so public officials in Australia wake up every day determined to best serve their communities. 💡A strong ethical framework, and strong ethical practices, are fundamental to success. 💡 [IPAA] looks to influence further afield in a broader construct of a public sector that always acquits itself with integrity in its everyday actions.   Read Andrew’s full speech here: https://lnkd.in/gXxViJ9a

Last week, we wrapped up cohort 3 of our Future Leaders Program, bringing together 89 participants for an intensive program. Our participants delved into inclusive and collaborative leadership, learned how to build psychologically safe workplaces, navigated ethical decision-making, and explored ways to cultivate a culture of innovation and creativity. By the end, they developed actionable strategies to apply these lessons in their leadership journeys. A special thanks to our speakers and facilitators for sharing their time and expertise with us! Liana Dobson, Katherine Jones PSM, Harry Mahony, Emma Kavanagh, Leanne Blackley, Commander Joanne Cameron, Kieran Vassallo, Jane Hadjion, Emma Greenwood, Erin Selmes, Anna Carr Swipe through to catch some of the key lessons from the sessions for your own leadership journey 👇 If you attended, we’d love to see your reflections in the comments below. #IPAACapability #FutureLeadersProgram

"Being a public sector worker is one of the most privileged and rewarding jobs you can do because you can improve people’s lives and make lasting improvements to public value." Every day, over 2 million public sector workers across Australia make meaningful contributions to our communities, often without recognition. On the The Mandarin’s 10th anniversary, IPAA National President Andrew Metcalfe AO and IPAA ACT CEO Kate Driver shine a light on these important, untold stories and the dedication of public servants to shaping a better future for all Australians.   📰 Read more in this article: https://lnkd.in/g8nHARqi

The Australian Bureau of Statistics social media team has been announced as a finalist in the IPAA ACT Spirit of the Service Awards in the Community Engagement category! As part of the judging process, Lauren Light and I presented a video to the judges and other finalists yesterday as well as answering a few questions from the judges. The video was three minutes long and had to be filmed all in one shot with no edits 😮 It was pretty tricky and I think we did the whole thing at least 10 times, but it was a very fun day at work 😂 Thanks so much to the efforts and fun from all the team Analiese Stitt Xavier Sitsky Ayden Poynter 🎉🎉🎉

Stay curious, seize opportunities, and forge meaningful connections! In our latest #WorkwithPurpose episode, Dr Wendy Craik AM FTSE shares her journey of curiosity and collaboration in service of Australia’s marine environment. Tune in to hear some practical advice on harnessing curiosity to drive your career, building effective collaborations, making informed decisions, and more. 🎧: https://lnkd.in/gB9u-M8G #Trust #Collaboration #MarineScience contentgroup

Future leaders gathered bright and early last Friday for our Future Leaders Breakfast – the Big Question 2.0 with Michael Manthorpe PSM FIPAA, executive coach and public administration consultant. In his speech, Michael drew from his rich public sector experience to reflect on pride in public service, personal leadership, and resilience. We’d also like to thank Kieran Vassallo, director at the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts, for facilitating the event, and Kylie Crane PSM GAICD, deputy secretary at the Australian Government Department of Education and Anthony Pronin, assistant director at the Defence Australia and chair of the IPAA ACT Future Leaders Committee, for sharing their insights during the panel discussion. Here are some takeaways from the discussion: 💡 If you feel pride in your work, you attract good people in your team. And when you attract good people to work with you, they multiply, and you continue to do good work 💡 You have to be an expert in your field – know your stuff but also allow others to have a voice 💡 Look to collaborate rather than to compete 💡 Don’t stop listening to your stakeholders 💡 Be razor sharp with your goals – clarity of purpose is empowering 💡 Public service is hard – things constantly shift, and you will make mistakes 💡 When something goes wrong, it’s what you do next that counts 💡 Own up to your mistakes and present ideas to solve the problem 💡 Public service is more than just a job. It becomes a vocation, but it’s not your life 💡 Carve out a life outside of work that is sustainable for you – this helps sustain you and gives you perspective 💡 Be your own advocate – support your resilience so you can also support the resilience of your team 💡 Curiosity is a defining quality of a leader – ask a lot of questions 💡 Have a healthy ego and stay humble – lead and serve every day with the exercise of curiosity 💡 The bigger the role, the stronger network you’ll need – be deliberate in building your connections.   Let us know in the comments if you have more to add to the list 👇 #IPAAFutureLeadersCommittee

🌟 Elevate Your Professional Game!🌟 Hey everyone, If you're looking to stay ahead in the dynamic fields of events, marketing, communication, and digital social media, I highly recommend checking out these fantastic organisations and memberships in Australia: 1. Australian Marketing Institute (AMI): The go-to for marketing professionals, offering training courses, national conferences, and local events throughout the year. 2. AANA - Australian Association of National Advertisers (AANA): Representing the advertising, marketing, and media industry, AANA provides ethical leadership and advocates for continuous improvement in commercial communication practices. 3. Australian Graphic Design (AGD):The peak national organisation for professional graphic designers, supporting the advancement of the graphic design profession in Australia. 5. IABC Canberra/IABC (International Association of Business Communicators): A global network that offers resources, training, and networking opportunities for communication professionals to enhance their skills and stay updated with industry trends. 6. Institute of Public Administration Australia/IPAA ACT (IPAA): Ideal for event professionals, IPAA provides a platform for public sector professionals to engage in professional development, networking, and events that foster innovation and excellence in public administration. 7. SMK (Social Media Knowledge): SMK offers comprehensive in-person and online training courses across Australia and New Zealand. Their Digital Excellence Membership provides access to a wide range of digital strategy courses, including social media strategy, content marketing, and social media advertising These organisations offer invaluable networking opportunities, professional development, and industry insights. Don't miss out on the chance to enhance your skills and stay updated with the latest market trends! Let's grow and succeed together! If you have any other company’s you can recommend please tag in the comments 🚀 #Marketing #Communication #SocialMedia #ProfessionalDevelopment #Networking #Australia #Canberra #Hays #HaysMarketing #upskilling #training #memberships #networking

Are you an #APS officer outside of #Canberra wanting to connect with your APS colleagues or to find out about the latest #Research and public sector #Tips? You can easily connect and engage to build your #Insights and #Capability through your professional body - the Institute of Public Administration which exists in every state and territory. The IPAAs run events, training and a range of services and activity to support public administrators at all levels to build connections, #Networks and #Learning while also undertaking important engagement with public sector academics. Check their websites and sign up to their newsletters for the latest: NSW: https://lnkd.in/gVbvrVUi Qld: https://qld.ipaa.org.au/ Vic: https://lnkd.in/gJfBDfHX SA: https://lnkd.in/g8Ne5iAi WA: https://lnkd.in/g8Ne5iAi Tas: https://lnkd.in/gd42nVNn NT: https://nt.ipaa.org.au/ ACT: https://act.ipaa.org.au/ Where they have membership fees you can often attend events at a non-member rate. IPAA's National Body: https://www.ipaa.org.au/ has a best practice hub with the latest tips and research here: https://lnkd.in/ghr3hWfY The Australian Public Service Commission's annual State of the Service Roadshows held in every state (video here: https://lnkd.in/gR2-kFMq ) received a question about how APS staff could connect ( https://lnkd.in/gimNmuAc). They also noted the Australian Government Leadership Networks (info here: https://lnkd.in/gSYtBBXN) were developed as a way for APS leaders to connect within their states and territories, to exchange ideas, share knowledge and contribute to the development of APS initiatives. IPAA ACT IPAA Queensland IPAA Victoria IPAA SA Institute of Public Administration Australia WA (IPAA WA) IPAA Tasmania Institute of Public Administration Australia Subho Banerjee Kate Driver Andrew Metcalfe AO Kevin P Riley FCA FCPA FIPAA Janine O'Flynn Mark Webb Adj Professor Jo Norton Deidre Mulkerin Tanya Hornick GAICD Erma Ranieri Melanie Brown Jenness Gardner John Bradley Rachel Bacon Gordon de Brouwer Samantha Montenegro FCA GAICD CRISC Anna Ryan Kate Boxsell Faye Liu

Are you ready to rethink what it takes to solve Australia’s most pressing challenges? 💡 Join us at the IPAA ACT 2024 Public Sector Conference – Ready to Rethink, where we’ll explore the future of policy and program innovation in the public sector. Build your capability and connectivity for a future-ready public service. With ambitious targets for 2030 and evolving global pressures, it’s time for the public sector to rethink the way it implements solutions across an extensive portfolio of work. From emerging technologies to social inequities, this conference will provide you with the skills and strategies you’ll need to navigate these complex issues. Over two days, dive into interactive talks, keynotes, deep dives, and showcases that will challenge your thinking and equip you with the tools to support Australia and its communities. Don’t miss our stellar lineup including Stephen Scheeler, former CEO for Facebook ANZ, writer, comedian and ABC broadcaster Craig Reucassel, Professor Genevieve Bell AO FTSE FAHA, vice-chancellor of The Australian National University, Genevieve Jacobs AM, CEO Hands Across Canberra, and more. Early bird tickets are available until 24 September. Secure your seat today! https://lnkd.in/gPxefWiE #ReadyToRethink #IPAAACT2024Conference

Why is it so crucial that we have technical experts in government? In last week’s Frances Adamson Oration, Dr Wendy Craik AM FTSE, renowned scientist, public policy adviser, and company director, reflected on the importance of evidence-based decision-making especially in tackling Australia’s environmental challenges. She also emphasised building trust through patience, scientific expertise, ethical practice, and genuine public engagement. Catch up on the oration here: https://lnkd.in/eFkh9JWM #IPAAEvents #2024FrancesAdamsonOration