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Applications are now聽 open for places on聽the prestigious Director Leaders Programme 鈥� an initiative designed to empower senior civil service leaders with the skills, knowledge, and networks to navigate the complex landscape of public service.

Over the course of nine months, participants will take part in face-to-face and online sessions that include immersive, front-line visits and action learning sets.聽

皇冠体育appy will delve into the programme鈥檚 key themes, including leading-at-scale, systems thinking and leadership, effective communication, and effective partnerships with ministers.聽聽

Alumni Chandru Dissanayeke, director of regulatory stewardship and reform at the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (pictured), said:

鈥淚t鈥檚 a unique opportunity to share challenges and explore how we, as leaders, can piece together the broader societal puzzle through our individual roles. It invites us to deeply reflect on our work in the context of a rapidly changing world 鈥� both as individuals and collectively.鈥�

New generation of senior leaders

This programme aims to聽 build a new generation of senior leaders equipped to guide the civil service toward delivering meaningful service to communities.聽

鈥溁使谔逵齛pp Director Leaders Programme is a vital space for senior leaders to develop the skills and networks they need to lead in today鈥檚 challenging environment,鈥� said Jo Hollis, deputy director for the Leadership College for Government, the part of Government Skills that delivers the programme.

鈥淚t鈥檚 not just technical skills, but fostering the ability to think strategically, collaborate effectively, and reflect deeply on their leadership.鈥�

Applications are now open until 14 October 2024. Contact your Permanent Secretary鈥檚 office and your Head of Talent for an application and to secure your nomination.