Are you an emerging leader who is passionate, established, and engaged in the public sector? Make your mark and extend your network in the public sector with the IPAA ACT Future Leaders program.

The Future Leaders Program is for emerging and future leaders who are passionate, established and engaged in the public sector, with aspirations of progressing to management roles. We are running three cohorts in 2025. Each cohort offers a series of six unique, immersive sessions that will build and amplify participants’ leadership skills and help them thrive in an ever-transforming public sector. Three optional lunchtime learning webinars will be offered during the program. Participants will also be invited to take part in two digital post-program reflection workshops.

Designed in partnership with Deloitte, the program offers exceptional leadership skill development and networking for emerging and future leaders. Over six immersive sessions, participants can tap into new networks, build skills, access advice, and be inspired so they can thrive in the ever-transforming public sector.

Download our 2025 program here.

“Really well structured and highly relevant content. Loved that the program covered both theoretical frameworks and practical strategies for leadership.”

“I have loved being part of this training program over the past four days. It’s been such a great experience. I have learned so much from different speakers and also from the attendees, who brought different perspectives to every topic discussed. I left the training with a new outlook.”

Who can apply 

The Future Leaders program is open to IPAA ACT corporate members only. Check if your organisation is a member here.

Applicants should be at APS6 to EL1 level, or equivalent levels for private sector or academia.

Future Leaders Program – 2026 Update
We’re refreshing the Future Leaders Program for 2026 to ensure it remains contemporary, practical, and aligned with the capabilities needed for the future public service.

Cohort dates to be confirmed—stay tuned for more details.