❓ Hon Tjorn Sibma asks about the implementation of the Voluntary Targeted Separation Scheme (VTSS) within agencies under the Minister's control, including details on positions separated, performance against targets, and future separation plans. The Minister provides a list of positions separated and their severance values, but cites Cabinet-in-confidence for specific agency targets and future plans.
AnsweredQoN 1522Legislative Council
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Regarding the implementation of the Voluntary Targeted Separation Scheme (VTSS) separations for each agency under the Minister's control, I ask for the following information: (a) a table outlining the number of positions, position title, substantive level, and value of the separation entitlements paid as at 30 June 2018; (b) an indication of departmental/agency performance as at 30 June 2018, against the original VTSS targeted established; and (c) how many and which particular positions are targeted for separation over the forward estimates?
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Answered
12 September 2018
Responded by
Minister for Regional Development representing the Minister for State Development, Jobs and Trade
Response time
10 days
The Voluntary Targeted Separation Scheme (VTSS) is a Budget repair tool whilst also assisting workforce renewal by enabling agencies to retain 20% of the savings. The VTSS is open to all general government employees, though priority is being given to agencies impacted by the MoG changes (which took effect from 1 July 2017). The VTSS, once fully implemented, is expected to save in excess of $150 million annually across Government.
(a)
No. of Positions
Position Title
Substantive Level
Value of Severance (inc leave)
1
Facilities Officer
Level 1
1
Policy and Research Assistant
Level 3
1
Business Services Officer
Level 3
1
Administration and Procurement Officer
Level 3
1
Policy and Research Officer
Level 4
1
Business Development Officer
Level 4
1
Executive Assistant
Level 4
1
Facilities & IT Coordinator
Level 4
1
Project Officer
Level 4
1
Industry Development
Level 4
2
Senior Project Officer
Level 6
1
Country Manager (Europe, Middle East and Africa)
Level 7
1
Project Manager
Level 7
1
General Manager
Level 8
1
Director Corporate Communications
Level 8
1
Executive Director, Strategic Projects*
Level 8
17
$1,312,833
Minister to note:
*this is a self-funded voluntary severance
(b)-(c) Agency targets are Cabinet-in-confidence and were provided as a guide to assist agencies and Ministers with implementation of the scheme. While the reductions will vary between agencies depending on factors like MoG changes, the size and role of individual agencies and other impacts, all agencies are expected to contribute in order to meet the overall reduction target of 3,000 employees.
(a)
No. of Positions
Position Title
Substantive Level
Value of Severance (inc leave)
1
Facilities Officer
Level 1
1
Policy and Research Assistant
Level 3
1
Business Services Officer
Level 3
1
Administration and Procurement Officer
Level 3
1
Policy and Research Officer
Level 4
1
Business Development Officer
Level 4
1
Executive Assistant
Level 4
1
Facilities & IT Coordinator
Level 4
1
Project Officer
Level 4
1
Industry Development
Level 4
2
Senior Project Officer
Level 6
1
Country Manager (Europe, Middle East and Africa)
Level 7
1
Project Manager
Level 7
1
General Manager
Level 8
1
Director Corporate Communications
Level 8
1
Executive Director, Strategic Projects*
Level 8
17
$1,312,833
Minister to note:
*this is a self-funded voluntary severance
(b)-(c) Agency targets are Cabinet-in-confidence and were provided as a guide to assist agencies and Ministers with implementation of the scheme. While the reductions will vary between agencies depending on factors like MoG changes, the size and role of individual agencies and other impacts, all agencies are expected to contribute in order to meet the overall reduction target of 3,000 employees.
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