APS Professions

A formal professions model established to increase workforce capability in critical areas of the APS.


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About APS Professions

APS Professions prepare the Australian Public Service (APS) for the future by building critical capabilities, fostering innovation and empowering our people to lead in a fast-changing world. APS Professions offer collaborative communities where you can strengthen your skills, connect with peers and gain the expertise needed to make an impact.

More about our story, including roles and responsibilities can be found here: APS Professions | Australian Public Service Academy

Who are the Professions suitable for?

As an APS employee, you can join APS Professions that match your career interests, skills and expertise. Employees can belong to more than one profession. Access to each individual profession within the APS Professions Members Community Platform is managed by the responsible agency lead. 

Benefits of joining an APS Profession

  • Receive access to extensive training programs, professional development opportunities, and pathways for career progression ensuring you can continue to grow and advance your career.
  • Become part of a community dedicated to excellence, integrity and public service and share capabilities, experience and expertise across government.
  • Receive professional recognition and support, helping you stay informed about industry developments and maintain high standards in your work.
  • Gain opportunities for networking and mentorship, supporting your professional growth and allowing you to connect with like-minded professionals.

APS Professions capability model

We use a capability model to help explain the different skills, knowledge and personal attributes that combine to make up someone's overall capability.
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Explore the different APS Professions

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Complex Project Management Profession

The Complex Project Management Profession builds the capability and capacity of the APS workforce while evaluating and navigating the various dimensions of project complexity.

Data Profession

Data Profession

The APS Data Profession promotes knowledge sharing, peer-based learning and career development to lift the data capability of the APS workforce.
Digital Profession

Digital Profession

The APS Digital Profession gives members special access to an online community, mentorship opportunities, training and events.
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Evaluation Profession

The Evaluation Profession will help to build an APS workforce that uses evaluation, evidence and continuous improvement to drive outcomes. This positively impacts our policies and programs.
HR Profession

HR Profession

The HR Profession promotes career development and collaboration to enhance strategic HR capability in the APS.

Message from the Heads of Professions

Hear the perspectives of past and current Heads of Professions.
 

APS Professions YouTube playlist

Explore the APS Professions Youtube playlist. The playlist includes a range of video messages, updates and discussions from across the professions, including both current and archived content

APS Professions YouTube playlist

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