Ko Wai Mātou mē ā Mātou Mahi
Who We Are and What We Do
"As-salamu alaykum. I’m Leila and I immigrated to New Zealand a couple of years ago. I worked in the public sector in my home country of India, so it was great when I got a similar role here in New Zealand.
Coming here was a big shift for my family and it’s taken a while for us to get used to how different things are. I assumed my job would be similar to what I had done in India but once I started, there was quite a bit that I needed to learn.
One of the things that surprised me was just how much there was to discover about the public sector and the role it plays in the lives of New Zealanders. I found myself curious about all the different people, organisations and services that make up the system, how it all fits together, how decisions are made, why things are done the way they are and how we conduct ourselves.
You might like to explore that with me too."
The Public Services Behind Your Day
Watch this video to discover some of the many government services New Zealanders use on a day-to-day basis. Use the reflection guide to think about how public services support daily life and how your own work contributes to serving New Zealanders.
You may want to wear headphones when you watch this video.
The Public Services Behind Your Day video transcript [DOCX, 585KB]
Working Together in the Public Sector
Learn about the structure of the public sector and how your sector and agency supports interagency cooperation to achieve common goals through this conversation guide.
Working Together in the Public Sector [DOCX, 814KB]
Your Place in the Public Sector
Better understand how your agency fits into the wider public sector.
Your Place in the Public Sector accessible version [DOCX, 659KB]
Becoming a Public Servant
Discover how working in the public sector can be different to other roles and reflect on your own reasons for becoming a public servant.
You may want to wear headphones when you complete this module.
Becoming a Public Servant accessible version [DOCX, 752KB]
Understanding the Code of Conduct for the Public Sector
Learn about the Code of Conduct for the Public Sector and what is expected of you as a public servant to demonstrate integrity.
Understanding the Code of Conduct for the Public Sector accessible version [DOCX, 1.1MB]
Applying the Code of Conduct for the Public Sector
See examples where public servants display integrity while working through complex issues.
Applying the Code of Conduct for the Public Sector accessible version [DOCX, 807KB]
What I Have Learned about Public Sector Processes
Discover the different perspectives the public sector needs to consider when providing advice or services.
This resource contains video and audio. You may want to wear headphones as you work through it.
What I Have Learned about Public Sector Processes accessible version [DOCX, 5.2MB]
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Our Context
Learn about the public sector, its history, its leadership structures, and the key terms and concepts you might encounter in your role.
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Te Waharoa o te Rāngai Tūmatanui | The Gateway to the Public Service
Training resources so you can create an induction experience to help you thrive in your new role or career in the public sector.
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