Day 3 features panel sessions on building strong cultures of integrity and ethical leadership in public services; the role of digitisation and AI in enhancing public service delivery; and strategic workforce planning. 

Pacific Public Service Leaders will present these panel sessions supported by regional body experts, followed by question-and-answer sessions and opportunity for talanoa. 

The afternoon provides time for bilateral meetings between countries and Commission engagements. 

The day closes with a mixer event for all delegates hosted by the Public Service Fale.

Day Overview

  • Integrity at the Core: Building Cultures of Ethical Public Service9:00am – 10:30am

    This session focusses on building cultures of integrity and ethical conduct. It is structured to offer opportunities to share experiences, explore practical solutions, and reflect on the values and leadership needed to uphold public trust and confidence in public services. 

    Facilitator:  

    • Ms Tania Ott, Deputy Commissioner Public Service Fale 

    Speakers: 

    • Nonu Lemauga Saliemoa Vaai, Chairman Samoa Public Service Commission 
    • Ms Riiti Uriam, Secretary Public Service Office, Kiribati  
    • TBC 

  • Future-Ready Public Service: Optimising Workforces through Digital Adoption & AI 11:00am – 12:30am

    In this session leaders will speak on their experience with digital transformation as well share their thoughts on the most critical success factor in whether new technology is adopted - a leader's digital mindset and their ability to successfully lead an organisation through change." 

    Facilitator:  

    • Ms Lise Le’aupepe, Principal Advisor, Public Service Fale.  

    Speakers: 

    • Mr Keni Tuuhetoka, CEO Tonga Public Service Commission 
    • Ms Aoga Kofe, Chairperson Tuvalu Public Service Commission 
    • Mr Shaheen Ali, Permanent Secretary Fiji Ministry of Trade, Co-operatives, Small & Medium Enterprises and Communications TBC 

  • Strengthening Service Delivery: Workforce Planning & HR for the Future1:30pm – 3:30pm

    This session explores key workforce issues for all Pacific public service leaders - labour mobility, workforce planning, and succession and talent development.  It will focus on a range of priority areas from responding to regional economic challenges through to building capability via professional development opportunities for emerging and mid-level leaders. 

    Facilitator:  

    • Ms Terralyn Nabeyama, Director Palau Bureau of Human Resources  

    Speakers: 

    • PACER Plus Labour Mobility Specialist TBC 
    • Ms Osana Liki-Ward, Assistant Secretary Samoa Public Service Commission 
    • Ms Jo Talbot, Australian Public Service Commission