APS Data Profession Employee Value Proposition

The APS Data Profession Employee Value Proposition (EVP) highlights what makes a career in data within the Australian Public Service unique. It showcases the opportunities, experiences and professional benefits available to data practitioners who contribute to evidence-based policy, service delivery, research and decision-making across government.

Developed with input from APS data professionals, the EVP complements the broader APS Employee Value Proposition by articulating the purpose, impact and career opportunities associated with working in data roles across government.

Participant benefits

• Gain a better understanding of the opportunities and experiences available to data professionals across the APS. 
• Explore how data roles contribute to meaningful outcomes for government and the Australian community. 
• Identify career pathways and professional development opportunities within the Data Profession. 
• Build awareness of the value and impact of data capability in contemporary public administration. 
• Strengthen their understanding of the APS Data Profession and its role within the broader APS workforce.

What this resource covers

• The key attributes and themes that define the APS Data Profession Employee Value Proposition. 
• Insights into the unique nature of data careers within the APS. 
• The development of the EVP through engagement with APS data professionals. 
• Guidance on how agencies can apply the EVP to workforce attraction, engagement and retention activities. 
• The relationship between the Data Profession EVP and the broader APS Employee Value Proposition.