We demonstrate the highest standard of workplace behaviour and personal integrity. We do this by complying with the:
- principles of conduct in section 9 of the Public Sector Management Act 1994
- minimum standards of conduct and integrity below which put these principles into practice.
Principles of conduct: Section 9 Public Sector Management Act 1994
We:
- comply with legislation, Commissioner’s instructions, public sector standards and any applicable codes governing our conduct
- act with integrity
- use official information, equipment and facilities scrupulously
- deal with people courteously, considerately and sensitively.
Minimum standards of conduct and integrity
Standard 1: Integrity
We:
- act honestly and uphold the trust placed in us by the community
- use our position and authority for the purpose intended
- provide objective and timely advice to the government of the day
- ensure our behaviour upholds the good reputation of our public sector body and the public sector.
Standard 2: Impartiality
We:
- make considered and unbiased decisions based on merit
- place the public interest over our personal interest
- declare and manage conflicts of interest
- implement government priorities, policies and decisions impartially.
Standard 3: Respect for others
We:
- communicate with and treat people with respect
- treat people fairly, having regard for their diverse backgrounds
- work together constructively, inclusively and professionally.
Standard 4: Trust and accountability
We:
- take accountability for our time, decisions, actions and behaviours
- are responsive and provide considered advice and information to our clients, customers and stakeholders
- make decisions that ensure the best use of resources for now and the future
- access, use and disclose information only where we are authorised to do so
- record our decisions for transparency allowing for review and scrutiny.
