A leader can be at any level.
Leading as a digital professional
We've designed this section for those who are:
- experts in their field and/or
- in a formal leadership position like the SES and/or
- are mentors or teachers.
If you:
- have the mindset to implement digital and cultural change in your workplace
- want to influence your leaders and your agency’s digital strategy
- are looking to help mentor others in your organisation or across government.
We think you will find this content useful.

Stay connected with social media teams across the APS - join GovSocial
GovSocial is a new community of practice for APS employees who are interested in social media and its use GovSocial is a new community of practice on the Digital Profession. It is a space to discuss and share insights on social media and social media communications in…
New traineeship program to boost digital employment opportunities and diversity
The APS Digital Traineeship Program will create employment opportunities with 1,000 participants over the next 4 years. The Australian Public Service (APS) Digital Traineeship Program will create employment opportunities for First Nations peoples, women, older people,…
Digital Profession snapshot 2020 to 2022
A snapshot of achievements and milestones of the Digital Profession over its first 2 years. Image A 2-year snapshot of the Digital Profession 2020-2022. (PDF version, 94.9 Kb)

End of 2022 message from Head of Digital Profession
As Randall Brugeaud concludes his term as the inaugural Head of the Digital Profession this month, he reflects on the Digital Profession's achievements and highlights. This month I conclude my term as the inaugural Head of the Digital Profession. It has been an honour…

New Head of Digital Professional Stream
Mr Chris Fechner, Chief Executive Officer of the Digital Transformation Agency, will begin as the new Head of the Digital Professional Stream for a two-year term in January 2023. Mr Chris Fechner, Chief Executive Officer of the Digital Transformation Agency, will begin as…

Gamification in government
At PAX AU 2022, the Gamifying Government Panel showcased public sector innovation that uses game design technology and priciples. Since 2018, the Gamifying Government Panel at PAX Aus convention has showcased how government is using gaming, 3D and virtual reality technology…

Taking steps towards accessibility and inclusion
Talking, thinking and learning about digital access and inclusion helps remove barriers that exclude people with a disability. Cath Rayner at work at her desk By Susan Baird I recently took the…

Develop your career and connect with women in digital
The Coaching for Women in Digital is now open for applications. The Digital Profession and Accenture’s online Coaching for Women in Digital program focuses on group coaching to help you develop leadership skills in digital related roles within the public sector. This…

Giving back – rejoining WITEM™ as a mentor
Past WITEM™ mentee Sarah Polhill (Chief Information Officer, ACCC), shares her experience as a mentor, and her desire to give back to the program. The Dell Women in IT Executive Mentoring (WITEM™) is a 12-month mentoring and coaching program for talented Executive Level 2 (…