Workforce of the future: reskilling for a digital, sustainable public service

The success of digital transformation initiatives depends on the skills and capabilities of people in government.

The US federal government has recognised this importance through creating the US Tech Force, focused on recruiting an elite corps of engineers to build the next generation of government technology.

This session will explore how the US government can build a digitally savvy workforce by understanding and addressing skills that governments need, discussing how to both  recruit the skills they need and upskill existing employees by fostering a culture of continuous learning.

Drawing on success stories from governments around the world, the panel will highlight strategies for large-scale upskilling and recruitment of digital talent, and how to aligning digital skills in departments and agencies with agency leadership priorities.

The session will also provide practical insight for public servants on where they should prioritise their own learning and development to meet the challenges government faces now.