Ep 5. Mobility in the public service – what’s in it for me?

Welcome back to IPAA Insiders!—your go-to guide for navigating and excelling in your public sector career. Each episode tackles your pressing questions, offering actionable insights from seasoned professionals within and beyond the sector.

Episode Highlight:

In this fifth episode, Jo Rose, CEO of IPAA NSW, explores the topic of mobility in the public service with three expert guests:

• Kath Hume – Workforce Planning Specialist
• Mark Webb – Senior Public Sector Leader and President of IPAA NSW
• Alison Morgan – Executive Director, NSW Premier’s Department

Together, they share valuable perspectives on how career mobility can benefit both individuals and organisations. Whether it’s taking on new challenges, expanding your skill set, or positioning yourself for leadership opportunities, this episode uncovers the advantages of embracing movement within the sector.

Key Takeaways:

• Understanding Mobility: Learn what mobility means in the public service and how it can enhance career growth.
• Workforce Planning’s Role: Kath Hume explains how strategic workforce planning ensures the right people are in the right roles at the right time.
• Two Career Pathways: Mark Webb breaks down the difference between "deep" and "broad" career trajectories in the public sector and how mobility benefits both.
• The Value of Sideways Moves: Alison Morgan shares her experience of building a diverse skill set through strategic lateral career moves.
• Practical Strategies: Get tips on identifying opportunities, building a strong case for mobility, and making career transitions smoother.

Whether you’re considering a move within your department, across agencies, or into a different role entirely, this episode equips you with the knowledge to make informed career decisions.

Tune in now to explore how career mobility can open doors to new possibilities and accelerate your professional growth in the public service!

SHOW CREDITS
Host: Jo Rose
Writers: Alessia Campagna, Nicola Hardy and Jo Rose
Producer and Editor: Alessia Campagna
Technical Producer: Anthony Watson
Executive Producers: Jo Rose and Nicola Hardy

Music Credits:
Let The Good Times Roll: Music from #Uppbeat
https://uppbeat.io/t/ra/let-good-times-roll
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Enchanted Puzzle: Music from #Uppbeat
https://uppbeat.io/t/andrey-rossi/enchanted-puzzle
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Easy Flow: Music from #Uppbeat
https://uppbeat.io/t/hybridas/easy-flow
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Not That Easy: Music from #Uppbeat
https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/not-that-easy
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On Tiptoes: Music from #Uppbeat
https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/on-tiptoes

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