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NSW Public Sector Grades 7-8 Essential Skills Workshop


29th - 30th, April 2026 / Sydney, AU
SAVE UP TO $1000
Discount ends in 30 days

OVERVIEW


Kick-start your leadership journey

• Skills and capabilities of a confident and successful NSW Public Sector professional
• Flexible thinking practices for effective decision making
• Effective change management principles and practices
• Career planning and pathways in Grades 7-8 roles and beyond

TRAINER


Maree Walk

Maree Walk is Principal of Storyroad consultancy and a highly regarded leadership specialist with over 30 years’ experience across government, non-profit and private sectors. She is a Level Two trained coach, mentoring leaders to drive innovation and collaboration for real change. Maree is Chair of Allies for Children and serves as a Director for City West Housing and the Parenting Research Centre. Formerly Deputy Secretary, Programs and Service Design at NSW Family and Community Services, she has also led Community Services as Chief Executive and served as CEO of the Association of Children’s Welfare Agencies.

Leadership Expert & FMR NSW Gov Deputy Secretary
Storyroad

AGENDA


Workshop

Essential Communication Skills

- Tailor your communication to different audiences and contexts

- Use Emotional Intelligence to connect and collaborate effectively

- Respond appropriately in diverse or challenging interactions


Develop Productive Working Relationships

- Build trust, rapport, and positive relationships

- Contribute to effective team dynamics

- Apply feedback and collaboration skills to support outcomes


Contribute to Organisational Goals

-Take accountability and show initiative in your role

- Recognise your strengths and use them to add value to the organisation

- Manage priorities efficiently to support organisational outcomes

  • Maree Walk Leadership Expert & FMR NSW Gov Deputy Secretary Storyroad

Workshop

Respond to Change and Build Resilience

- Understand and respond effectively to change

- Manage stress and stay flexible when priorities shift

- Seek help and use support networks when needed


Collaborate and Contribute to Team Outcomes

- Understand team and stakeholder priorities

- Communicate clearly and contribute to discussions

- Work effectively with your team day to day


Take Charge of Your Development

- Identify opportunities to learn and develop in your role

- Set achievable goals and action steps for professional growth

  • Maree Walk Leadership Expert & FMR NSW Gov Deputy Secretary Storyroad

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VENUE


Cliftons Sydney

Level 13, 60 Margaret St, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia

+61 2 9250 0999

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