APS Mobility Opportunities
Mobility is an important part of building a capable, connected and adaptable Australian Public Service (APS). The APS Mobility Framework encourages employees to undertake temporary moves across agencies, functions and sectors to address emerging priorities, respond to workforce demands, solve complex challenges and develop new skills and experience.
The framework supports a One APS approach by promoting the movement of people, knowledge and capabilities across the Commonwealth. It encourages employees to broaden their experience through opportunities such as micro-assignments, secondments and temporary transfers, helping to strengthen individual capability while supporting organisational and government-wide outcomes.
APSJobs provides a dedicated temporary opportunities section where current Commonwealth employees can view and apply for time-limited mobility opportunities across the APS.
What are the benefits?
- Supports professional growth through diverse work experiences
- Builds new skills, networks and broader APS knowledge
- Helps agencies respond to short-term capability needs and priority work
- Encourages collaboration and knowledge sharing across organisations
- Strengthens workforce agility and a One APS culture
- Provides practical opportunities to explore new career pathways and areas of interest
What this resource covers
The APS Mobility Framework provides guidance on:
- Temporary mobility opportunities: Including micro-assignments, secondments and temporary transfers.
- Capability development: Using mobility opportunities to build skills, experience and professional networks.
- APSJobs temporary opportunities: Accessing and applying for opportunities available exclusively to current Commonwealth employees.
- Mobility arrangements: Understanding how temporary opportunities differ from ongoing and non-ongoing recruitment processes.
- Manager and employee responsibilities: Supporting conversations and planning before undertaking a temporary move.
The framework provides practical information to help employees and agencies make the most of mobility opportunities across the APS.