Delivery: Face-to-face | Duration: 1 day
Established by convention rather than the Constitution, Cabinet is the group of Ministers that determine government direction. Cabinet decides what legislation is introduced and which programs or policies are adopted in Tasmania. Cabinet and its processes are bound by principles of solidarity and confidentiality so that political executives may have free discussion of issues in the best interests of our State.
While maintaining Cabinet confidentiality, this course will take you behind the scenes of how Cabinet operates. You will learn how to identify when matters should go to Cabinet, what the elements of high-quality Cabinet advice are, and how to write and frame advice so it gets through Cabinet processes and supports the Premier and Ministers in their important Cabinet roles.
Designed by policy professionals and people with first-hand experience of the inner workings of Cabinet, this is an interactive course that provides practical tips and tools to help you in your day-to-day work.
Learning outcomes
This course will teach you how to:
- Understand Cabinet and its processes and timelines
- Recognise the key characteristics of good Cabinet advice
- Write a well-structured Cabinet minute using Plain English
- Understand expectations of quality Cabinet advice from Treasury and Department of Premier and Cabinet perspectives
- Learn about the important role of Cabinet in inter-governmental processes
- Know what Ministers are looking for in order to be able to fulfil their important decision-making function
- Demonstrate your ability to provide high quality and strategic advice for Cabinet.
Who should attend?
- Those working in policy and looking to expand their skills
- Government policy analysts, assistant directors and directors
- Employees who are involved in preparing or approving advice to Cabinet
Presenter - Rhys Edwards (RDME Consulting)
Rhys is an experienced organisational leader who has worked at the highest levels of the public service for over 16 years. He has a strong background in governance, central agency leadership, energy policy, industry development and major project facilitation. From 2008 to 2014 Rhys was Secretary for the Tasmanian Department of Premier and Cabinet as well as Secretary to Cabinet and the Tasmanian Senior Official for the Council of Australian Governments (COAG). Through this period, Rhys was involved in leading the State Service through a period of intense budget challenge following the GFC as well as participating in national reforms including health, disability and education.
Upcoming sessions
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