Leadership and culture

Actions:

  1. Develop a five year strategic vision and agenda for the APSC, including a purpose statement and strategic priorities
  2. Strengthen the connections of strategic planning to make it relevant and actionable for business areas
  3. Review the APSC’s governance framework to provide transparency of decisions and to support information sharing
  4. Develop an overarching communication and engagement strategy for the APSC (internally and externally focussed)

Description

The APSC will set a five year vision that addresses strategic change drivers and aligns the focus and activities of the organisation to the interests and needs of key stakeholders.

The strategic priorities and purpose will be embedded in the APSC through structured planning and governance frameworks. 

A strategic communication and engagement approach will make the APSC’s strategic role and direction clear, and will provide a streamlined approach to engaging with stakeholders.

Expected change

  • Our people and stakeholders understand the APSC’s purpose, vision and role.
  • Our people understand the APSC’s priorities and have permission and discipline to stop work that is not considered a priority.
  • Strengthened internal governance to support decision making, and communication of decisions to our people.
  • The APSC has a strong brand and identity aligned to the strategic vision and purpose.

Output

  • A five year strategic vision for the APSC setting out strategic priorities and purpose.
  • Business and employee performance plans that align with strategic priorities.
  • An overarching internal and external communication and engagement strategy.
  • A brand strategy and refreshed set of brands that aligns to the core purpose and vision.
  • A regular program of clear, authoritative guidance, impactful communication and meaningful engagement to APS employees, entities and stakeholders through effective channels.
  • Regular finance, HR and legal reporting to the Executive to support decision making.
  • Dedicated cascading governance reporting, including meeting communiques of key governance meetings.

Activity

  • Undertake an assessment to inform the Commission’s future state, through stakeholder consultation to understand expectations from APS entities, Government, and Commission employees.
  • Evaluation of the reach and effectiveness of communication and engagement channels and approaches.
  • Consult with stakeholders to ensure the Commission’s annual work plan is aligned with Secretaries Board and Government priorities.
  • Co-design workshops with stakeholders to design fit for purpose communication and change solutions.
  • Develop a communication and engagement strategy in consultation with internal and external stakeholders, including foreign partners.
  • Review all internal committees to ensure each has a clear purpose, terms of reference and minutes.
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