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One of the key themes in the consultation feedback was the need to accelerate progress on gender equality in Australian workplaces. While progress has been made, there is more to do. Gender inequality persists across women’s…
Summary of the Open RAN Security ReportThe recent release of the “Open RAN Security Report” concludes that the use of Open Radio Access Networks (Open RAN) does not fundamentally alter the security risk landscape for telecommunications,…
Dear colleaguesRestrictions 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.2021 has been another critical year for the APS. Our focus has…
The Secretaries Board met at the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet (PM&C) and discussed the following matters.APS Integrity TaskforceProfessor Glyn Davis AC, Secretary of PM&C, noted the substantial program of work underway to…
Purpose of Strategic Leadership GroupThe Secretaries Board requires sufficient time for members to participate in strategic, forward-looking discussions on significant public policy or administration matters. To enable this to occur, every third…
During the caretaker period, the business of government continues and ordinary matters of administration still need to be addressed. Note: The advice in this document is identical in most respects to the Guidance that was…
Insights gained during the public consultation have informed the finalisation of the National Strategy. We have taken on board feedback regarding the importance of quality jobs in the care and support sector, person-centred care, the specific needs…
This section sets out the nature of PM&C’s operating environment over the 4-year period of this corporate plan. It outlines how factors and changes in the environment may affect and influence the focus of the department’s work and key priorities…
Ensuring an adequate standard of livingAustralia's social security system is a taxpayer-funded, non‑contributory system supporting basic living standards and economic participation of Australians.Income support payments, including JobSeeker, support…
Recruitment timelinesPM&C recruitment typically takes 8 to 10 weeks from the date applications close to the time hiring managers make job offers. This timeframe may vary depending on the complexity of the role, the number of applicants, and…
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Refugees and humanitarian entrants have always played an important role in enriching the Australian community and building our strong economy. The review will provide advice to the Government on how to…
The Government’s vision is for a sustainable and productive care and support economy that delivers quality care and support with decent jobs.Three high level goals will help achieve this vision.Goal 1: Quality care…
The Prime Minister has set out a clear agenda, outlining his expectations for the department – that we ensure the government’s priorities are delivered to the highest standards, and in the timeframes required, on behalf of the…
The Australian Government is committed to advancing gender equality as a national priority and making Australia one of the most gender equal societies in the world.The Status of Women Report Card, released on…
On 23 August 2024, the Australian Government received the final report from the expert panel appointed to undertake a rapid review of evidence-based approaches to prevent gender-based violence. The report provides…
National action plan on business and human rightsAustralia is not progressing with a National Action Plan on business and human rights, at this stage, but is focused on supporting the United Nations (UN) Guiding Principles on Business and Human…
Where a significant government appointment is proposed, the responsible minister must write to the Prime Minister seeking approval of the appointment before any action is finalised. While significant appointments will require…
FunctionsSection 64 of the Public Service Act 1999 establishes the Secretaries Board. Its functions are:to take responsibility for the stewardship of the APS and for developing and implementing strategies to improve the APSto identify strategic…
I wish to obtain a copy of the Department's fraud and corruption control plan;I wish to obtain a copy of any document produced by a Peter Rush or a John Reid relating to reports of fraud and corruption within the Humanitarian Overseas Service Medal…
Notice and prior approval of leave177. Employees taking personal/carer’s leave, community service leave, compassionate leave or parental leave are required to give notice to the Delegate as soon as practicable that they will be using this leave.178…
The inquiry commissioned SEC Newgate to develop and deliver an online survey with a nationally representative sample of over 2,000 members of the Australian population aged 18+. Specific lines of enquiry in the survey included:…
“I will not assume I know what impacts my work will have on our First Nations communities.I will listen, I will adapt, I will evolve and I will always seek to learn from the past”— PM&C Executive-level manager.Reconciliation at PM&C is…
Finance has developed an Integrity Metrics Register to support its quarterly Integrity Dashboard. The Register describes the integrity indicator, its data source and the basis for its inclusion.MetricDescriptionExamplesIntegrity indicators and…
Wearing awardsRecipients of awards are granted insignia as a visual expression of the honour conferred on them.For Australian awards, the presentation box generally contains a range of pieces:the full-size medala miniature with…
The purpose of the Commonwealth Government COVID-19 Response Inquiry (the Inquiry) is to identify lessons learned to improve Australia’s preparedness for future pandemics.ScopeThe Inquiry will review the Commonwealth …