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Who we are
Our vision, purpose, identity, attributes and values.
Our vision
A trusted public sector that delivers exceptional outcomes for the Victorian community.
Our purpose
Our purpose is set out in Section 38 of the Public Administration Act. It is described as two objectives, each with supporting functions.
Objective A
Strengthen the efficiency, effectiveness and capability of the public sector to meet existing and emerging needs and deliver high-quality services.
We do this by:
assessing, advising and supporting on issues relevant to public sector administration, governance, service delivery and workforce management and development
researching and disseminating best practice in relation to public sector administration, governance, service delivery and workforce management and development
collecting and reporting on whole of government data
conducting inquiries as directed by the Premier.
Objective B
Maintain and advocate for public sector professionalism and integrity.
We do this by:
advocating for an apolitical and professional public sector
issuing and applying codes of conduct and standards
monitoring and reporting to public sector body Heads on compliance with the public sector values, codes of conduct, and public sector employment principles and standards
reviewing employment-related actions and making recommendations following those reviews
maintaining a register of lobbyists and a register of instruments.
Our identity
As a Commission, we share one identity, built on our roles and attributes. It guides the way we work.
We provide frank, impartial and timely advice to the government. We provide high-quality services to the Victorian community, identifying and promoting best practice.
We are honest, open and transparent in our dealings. We use powers responsibly, report improper conduct, and avoid real or apparent conflicts of interest. We strive to earn and sustain public trust of a high level.
We make decisions and provide advice on merit without bias, caprice, favouritism or self-interest. We act fairly by objectively considering all relevant facts and applying fair criteria. We implement government policies and programs equitably.
We work to clear objectives in a transparent manner, accepting responsibility for our decisions and actions. We seek to achieve best use of resources and submit ourselves to appropriate scrutiny.
We treat others fairly and objectively, ensuring freedom from discrimination, harassment and bullying. We use the community’s views to improve outcomes on an ongoing basis.
We actively implement, promote and support these values.
We make decisions and provide advice consistent with the Charter of Human Rights and Responsibilities. We actively implement, promote and support human rights.
