7Sep, 2022
Minister of Public Service Hon. Joe Sungi, MP receiving a welcome gift from the Chairman of the Public Services Commission Mr. Apeo Fuata Sione.
PSC CHAIRMAN WELCOMES PUBLIC SERVICE MINISTER INTO OFFICE
7/09/2022
The Chairman of the Public Services Commission Mr. Apeo Fuata Sione officially welcomed the Minister for Public Service Hon. Joe Sungi, and congratulated him on his re-appointment as the Member for Nuku and also as Public Service Minister, in a ceremony held at the Pacific Institute of Leadership and Governance, that was organized by the Department of Personnel Management, PILAG, and PSC.
Mr. Sione in his speech said the Commission envisions a cordial working relationship with the Minister in order to deliver on the government’s agenda on Public Sector Reforms as outlined under the Loloata Accords and to implement the Commissions programs and projects in its Corporate Plan 2019 – 2023.
“We had a good cordial working relationship with you as we endeavored to implement the government’s agenda on the Public Sector Reforms”, said Mr. Sione.
The Chairman further added that PNG is going through some difficult and rapid socio-economic and socio-cultural changes that have never been experienced before, therefore PSC, just like PILAG and DPM will need to manage these changes in order to take advantage of the opportunities presented to it to develop an efficient public service mechanism that will provide quality service to our people.
‘’The Commission through its Corporate Plan 2019-2023 will uphold its Constitutional mandated roles and functions, corporate goals, values, and integrity to promote the principles of good governance, accountability, and transparency to ultimately achieve its vision to transform the National Public Service into a vibrant, effective and efficient service delivery machinery”, said Mr. Sione.
The Chairman further reiterated that under Minister Sungi’s political leadership going forward, PSC will continue the working relationship it has with sister organizations, DPM and PILAG, to bring about an efficient and vibrant public service system that the people of Papua New Guinea will benefit from.
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20May, 2025
Public Services Commission Presents 2022 and 2023 Annual Report to the Governor General
The Public Services Commission (PSC) today formally presented its Annual Reports for the years 2022 and 2023 to the Governor General, Grand Chief Sir Bob Bofeng Dadae, during a ceremony held at Government House.
Chairman of the Public Services Commission, Mr. Apeo Fuata Sione, L.M, M. PP, presented the reports, reaffirming the Commission’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and good governance in the public sector.
The 2022 and 2023 reports provide a detailed overview of the Commission’s operations, its key achievements, and the challenges faced over the past two years. Mr. Sione said that these reports are not only a statutory obligation, but a critical tool for public accountability.
The reports also detailed the PSC’s ongoing digital transformation initiatives, aimed at improving operational efficiency in the roles and functions it performs in the public service.
In line with statutory requirements under Section 191 (4) of the National Constitution and Section 17(1) of the Public Services (Management) Act 2020, the reports will be presented to Parliament through the Office of the Governor General. They will also be made accessible, via the Commission’s website and office to encourage broader public engagement.
15May, 2025
PSC IT MANAGER UPSKILLS THROUGH ITIL 4 COURSE TRAINING TO ENHANCE THE COMMISSION’S IT INFRASTRUCTURE
The Public Services Commission (PSC) continues its commitment to digital transformation and professional excellence, as IT Manager, Mr. Terupo Boone, recently completed the Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) 4 course training at the Datec Learning Centre in Gordons, from April 23rd – April 25th, 2025.
The Information Technology Training Infrastructure Library is the internationally recognized framework for IT Service Management (ITSM), equipping IT professionals with best practices to deliver high-value, business-aligned IT services.
Reflecting on the training, Mr. Boone said the course offers a practical roadmap for improving service quality, managing risk, and aligning IT operations with strategic public service goals.
“ITIL 4, enables me to implement standardized processes, foster continual improvement, and enhance collaboration across departments. It’s about ensuring the Commission’s IT services support our mission of public service excellence”, he said.
Key components covered in the course, included:
• The Service Value System (SVS) – showing how all parts of an organization work together to create value.
• Guiding Principles – like “focus on value” and “keep it simple and practical”.
• Core Practices – such as incident management, change enablement, and continual improvement.
Mr. Boone further acknowledged PSC’s support in enabling this professional development opportunity.
“I am grateful to PSC for investing in staff training that not only enhances our skills, but also our ability to deliver impactful results in the role we perform for the organization,” he said.
This achievement not only marks a personal milestone for Mr. Boone, but also reflects the PSC’s broader vision of fostering a future-ready workforce, one that embraces innovation, strengthens service delivery, and upholds the highest standards of public sector performance.
