MasterCraft Series - Individual changes, big impact - Transforming government
This session* is a discussion about changing how things are done – how the design of a human-centred and culturally safe scheme is having a powerful impact on Stolen Generations survivors and senior government representatives.
A panel of APS senior executives will share how participating in the truth-telling process, called Personal Acknowledgements, influenced their thinking, actions and leadership, and deepened their understanding of the transformation required across government to meet Priority Reform 3.
Participants are invited to reflect on what a person-centred approach offers for broader APS work and how their own small actions can contribute to meaningful change.
*Please note this event will be recorded. You can view this video and other MasterCraft Series events here.
Presenters
Ian Bartholomew
Branch Manager, Program Compliance and Fraud
National Indigenous Australians Agency
Kate Phipps
A/g Group Manager, Country, Culture and Connection
National Indigenous Australians Agency
Jodi Cassar
Assistant Secretary, Australia’s Disability Strategy Branch
Department of Health, Disability and Ageing
Facilitator
Rachael Jackson, National Indigenous Australians Agency
Rachael Jackson has been the Chief Operating Officer at the National Indigenous Australians Agency (NIAA) since its establishment 2019 and has a career of 25 years in public service. Rachael acknowledges the traditional custodians and elders of lutruwita (Tasmania) where she grew up, and the Ngunnawal people in Canberra where she now lives and works.
As NIAA’s inaugural COO, Rachael worked to establish frameworks, strategies and policies including workforce strategy, performance framework, work health and safety system and bargaining for an enterprise agreement. Rachael leads NIAA’s efforts on Priority Reform 3 of the National Agreement on Closing the Gap: transforming government organisations, particularly to eliminate racism. Also playing a key role with the Australian Public Service Commission leading the delivery of the Government’s commitment to Boost First Nations Employment, including SES100 and other initiatives.
Rachael previously held Chief HR Officer functions at the departments of Department of Industry, Innovation and Science; Finance; and Attorney-General’s and was the Executive Director Governance at the ACT Justice and Community Safety Directorate. Rachael holds an Executive Master of Public Administration (ANZSOG).
Participant benefits
Understand Priority Reform 3 of the National Agreement on Closing the Gap and how all of us have a role in responding to the needs of First Nations peoples.
Hear real examples of change in practice, through insights from conversations with Stolen Generations survivors.
Reflect on your role and identify practical ways to work differently – putting people at the centre and listening to turn insight into meaningful change.
Suitable for
All Staff
Category and User level
This learning experience aligns with the Working in Government Craft at the Foundation level.
Price
Free of charge.