This report examines whether public service bodies have policies, guidance materials and practices in place throughout the employee lifecycle to build a capable and high-performing workforce. It was found they do, but the Victorian Public Sector Commission (the Commission) does not have a systematic development or review process to ensure its guidance reflects better practice.

It was found the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH), the Department of Transport and Planning (DTP) and the Commission have policies, plans, strategies and practices in place throughout the employee lifecycle to support capable and high-performing workforces. Most of their policies and supporting materials align to the guidance the Commission gives all agencies. These agencies have also established processes and practices that encourage managers to set clear job expectations and promote continuous learning and improvement.

The report recommends the Commission to establish a guidance development and review process to ensure its guidance reflects better practice.