1. Presentation to SA Government HR Directors on Public Sector Act 3 September 2009 Warren McCann Commissioner for Public Employment Office for Ethical Standards and Professional Integrity

2. 2 Presentation to SA Government HR Directors on Public Sector Act what is different from the past role of the Commissioner guidelines and determinations code of ethics workforce data what it means for you in practice action to get ready Outline of presentation

3. 3 Presentation to SA Government HR Directors on Public Sector Act principles rather than rules What is different?

4. 4 Presentation to SA Government HR Directors on Public Sector Act Public Sector Principles: public focus responsiveness collaboration excellence employer of choice ethical behaviour and professional integrity legal requirements

5. 5 Presentation to SA Government HR Directors on Public Sector Act principles rather than rules common employment framework What is different

6. 6 Presentation to SA Government HR Directors on Public Sector Act objects principles code of ethics performance management and development governance annual reporting SAES transfer provisions Application across the public sector

7. 7 Presentation to SA Government HR Directors on Public Sector Act role of Chief Executives performance management legislative backing for the SAES attached office governance reviews What is different? principles rather than rules common employment framework role of the Commissioner

8. 8 Presentation to SA Government HR Directors on Public Sector Act advance the objects of the Act and promote observance of the principles issue a code of ethics issue determinations and guidelines monitor and report provide advice reviews/investigations other duties as required Role of the Commissioner

9. 9 Presentation to SA Government HR Directors on Public Sector Act Standard 1 – workforce programs Standard 2 – classifications, employment, assignment and redeployment Standard 3 – conditions of employment Standard 4 – minimum standards for performance, conduct and discipline Standard 8 – data All to be rescinded Existing determinations

10. 10 Presentation to SA Government HR Directors on Public Sector Act Framework for new determinations is there an absolute requirement? is a guideline more appropriate? are the regulations sufficient?

11. 11 Presentation to SA Government HR Directors on Public Sector Act classification structures and conditions of employment other standard employment practices eg flexible working arrangements employment opportunity programs code of ethics workforce data recruitment, appointment misconduct, discipline, termination Determinations/guidelines specified in the Act

12. 12 Presentation to SA Government HR Directors on Public Sector Act a focus on service delivery responsiveness employer of choice a public sector wide perspective collaboration accountability governance New determinations/guidelines to cover:

13. 13 Presentation to SA Government HR Directors on Public Sector Act building a high service culture linking priorities with capabilities better performance planning building a highly skilled workforce new jobs to meet changing needs supporting stronger community links Improving responsiveness to government priorities

14. 14 Presentation to SA Government HR Directors on Public Sector Act Content of a Code of Ethics provisions directed towards observance of the principles provisions governing conduct

15. 15 Presentation to SA Government HR Directors on Public Sector Act workforce strategies that support the achievement of the principles workforce strategies that achieve whole of government objectives common employment arrangements opportunity to do things differently a new focus on high performance, strong values and greater accountability What does it mean for you in practice?

16. 16 Presentation to SA Government HR Directors on Public Sector Act respond to draft regulations engage on the Code of Ethics comment of draft guidelines and determinations incorporation of the principles in departmental practices review performance management processes review internal review process What do you need to do to get ready?