The saga over a plum US posting is a sharp reminder of why good recruitment practices are so vital to the professional independence of the public service.
Graeme Head’s review of the appointment procedures for the role of NSW New York trade commissioner makes sober reading for ministers and recruiters alike.
It is a sharp reminder of why good recruitment practices are so vital to the professional independence of the public service.
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Tom Burton has held senior editorial and publishing roles with The Mandarin, The Sydney Morning Herald and as Canberra bureau chief for The Australian Financial Review. He has won three Walkley awards. Connect with Tom on Twitter. Email Tom at tom.burton@afr.com
