Activities

To support the achievement of these priorities, there are eight key activities that the Commission undertakes:

Strategic direction

We provide strategic direction, in partnership with APS agencies, on whole-of-APS capability, integrity and workforce matters to ensure the APS is ready for future demands.

Collaboration

We facilitate collaboration between APS agencies, between the APS and other domestic and international government agencies, and between the APS and the private sector

Policy and guidance

We develop, implement, maintain and reform policy and guidance to support the APS to have a unified and effective approach on matters such as integrity, diversity and inclusion, temporary mobility, and workforce management.

Platforms and services

We provide key, APS-wide platforms and services that support efficiency and collaboration between APS agencies.

Learning and development

We enable learning and development opportunities through important initiatives such as the APS Academy.

Advice and assistance

We provide advice and assistance to agencies and our foreign partners on public service matters.

Information

We collect and share important information about the APS.

Strategic support

We provide strategic and secretariat support to key forums to enable them to effectively deliver outcomes that prepare the APS for the future.