South Australian Leadership Academy

Developing an innovative, responsive and diverse public sector requires highly effective leaders who invest in their talent and unleash workforce potential to successfully shape the future of South Australia.

As an extension of OCPSE, the South Australian Leadership Academy (SALA) is committed to developing leaders across all levels of the public sector to promote a resilient and future focused workforce.  

SALA aims to:

  • Provide ongoing learning experiences for aspiring managers to experienced executives
  • Deliver thoughtful and analytical development programs promoting continuous learning
  • Develop leaders who lead with integrity and create safe, inclusive work cultures
  • Strengthen collaboration across departments, community and private sector organisations
  • Enhance workforce performance and potentials

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Leadership Excellence Framework

Our aim to shape a world class workforce is supported by our Leadership Excellence Framework, which provides guidance on the three core functions of governance, leadership and management.

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Leadership Development Programs

The Leadership Series

Diversity and Inclusion Scholarships

The Office of the Commissioner for Public Sector Employment is proud to offer two full scholarships for the Manager Essentials Program per annum and one full scholarship for the Executive Excellence Program per annum.

More information coming soon.

Partnership Programs

SALA partner with leading local and national institutions to offer highly regarded qualifications, scholarships and secondment opportunities, customised for Public Sector Leaders.

Qualifications

Graduate Certificate in Business (Public Sector Management) - more details soon

Executive Master of Public Administration

Executive Programs, Scholarships and Secondments

Jawun Secondment Program

Governor's Leadership Foundation Program Scholarship

Australian Major Projects Leadership Academy

ANZSOG Leadership Courses

Professional Development

Institute of Public Administration Australia (IPAA)

APS Academy

Alumni Workshops

Professional development workshops and events for SALA program alumni committed to continuous learning.
View upcoming alumni events

On The Couch Series

To help you stay informed during COVID-19, IPAA SA, the South Australian Leadership Academy (Office of the Commissioner for Public Sector Employment) and PwC are pleased to offer the virtual On The Couch series.

View more from the series here

To be on our mailing list to hear more about offerings from the Leadership Academy and other leadership development initiatives, please register here

Cancellation and Non-attendance

For enquiries, please email the South Australian Leadership Academy at OCPSELeadershipAcademy@sa.gov.au or
contact 1800 317 333 press 4, and then press 4 again.