Digital Leadership Day Victoria
Registration and Networking
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM (60 mins)
Opening from Public Sector Network & Acknowledgement of Country
9:00 AM - 9:10 AM (10 mins)
Welcome from Event Chair: Overview of the Day | Intro to Segment 1: People Leadership in the Digital Age
9:10 AM - 9:20 AM (10 mins)
Inspirational Keynote: Navigating the Digital Era: Essential Skills for Government Leaders
9:20 AM - 9:40 AM (20 mins)

Navigating the Digital Frontier: Empowering Public Sector Teams for Tomorrow
9:40 AM - 10:00 AM (20 mins)

This session will unpack the key trends shaping public sector leadership in the wake of the Atlassian State of Teams 2025 Report. It will examine how evolving work dynamics are transforming team structures, operations, and leadership approaches across government. Abhik will share strategies for building a resilient and effective system of work - one that turns information into impact. The session will also explore actionable techniques to help leaders guide their teams through disruption, fostering adaptability, alignment, and long-term success.
Panel: Strategising and Collaborating in Times of Need | Deep Dive into Talent Strategies in a Digital Era
10:00 AM - 10:50 AM (50 mins)
- As leaders, how can we cultivate a leadership style that thrives amidst the complexities of tech team dynamics?
- What leadership initiatives effectively promote diversity and drive inclusion within tech teams?
- How should leaders utilise emotional intelligence to navigate the challenges unique to tech environments?
- What strategies can leaders implement to attract, develop, and retain top tech talent during rapid industry changes?
- In what ways can leaders champion ethical technology use within their teams and decision-making processes?





Morning Tea & Networking
10:50 AM - 11:20 AM (30 mins)
Welcome from Event Chair: Summary of Session 1 | Intro to Segment 2: Process
11:20 AM - 11:40 AM (20 mins)
Leveraging AI in Process Automation for Public Sector Efficiency
11:30 AM - 11:50 AM (20 mins)
Panel: Setting Your Team Up for Success | Implementing Practices for Efficient Workflows
11:50 AM - 12:40 PM (50 mins)
- How can tech leaders align digital initiatives with governmental policies while leading through bureaucratic complexities?
- In the role of a leader, how do you instil agile thinking to reshape traditional processes within the public sector?
- As regulations evolve, what leadership strategies are key to balancing innovation with compliance?
- From a leader's perspective, what are the most effective ways to manage resources to maximise impact in tech projects?
- How should leaders approach vendor relationships to cultivate fruitful partnerships that drive technological advancement?




Lunch & Networking
12:40 PM - 1:40 PM (60 mins)
Roundtable 1: Thriving in the Digital Future
1:40 PM - 2:40 PM (60 mins)


The nature of work in Australian government agencies is evolving, with teams busier than ever but often struggling to achieve desired outcomes. There is a critical opportunity for government leaders to rethink approaches to teamwork and productivity. Join Atlassian's roundtable, where you'll explore:
- Applying AI for Impact: Practical ways to integrate AI into workflows to enhance efficiency and deliver measurable outcomes for government teams
- Building Effective Systems of Work: Strategies to align people, processes, and tools for achieving mission-critical objectives
- Leading Through Exponential Change: How to make teams confident and comfortable working in a heavily disrupted future state
Roundtable 2: Empowering Government Through Automation: Smarter Workforces, Streamlined Services
1:40 PM - 2:40 PM (60 mins)

- Empower Employees: Explore how automation helps employees manage increasing workloads more effectively, allowing them to focus on higher-value tasks.
- Successful Automation Strategies: Discuss practical approaches to automating routine functions within government operations for improved efficiency and accuracy.
- Continuous Process Improvement: Identify ways to enhance processes through continual automation efforts, leading to better service delivery and responsiveness to citizen needs.
Roundtable 3: Future Trends: Preparing for the Digital Shifts
1:40 PM - 2:40 PM (60 mins)

- AI in Action: Moving from Hype to Implementation: Exploring practical ways government can embed AI into core services to reduce administrative load, personalise citizen experiences — without losing sight of ethics and public trust.
- Future-Proofing the Public Sector Workforce: Strategies for equipping teams with digital fluency, reimagining roles, and building internal capacity to lead transformation — from data literacy to change agility.
- Learning from Global Leaders: What governments in regions like Estonia, the UK, and Singapore are doing to embrace digital maturity — and how Australia and New Zealand can adapt these lessons to our unique public sector landscape.
Roundtable 4: Facilitated by Newgen
1:40 PM - 2:40 PM (60 mins)
Roundtable 5: Facilitated by Workday
1:40 PM - 2:40 PM (60 mins)
Roundtable 6: Facilitated by Iron Mountain
1:40 PM - 2:40 PM (60 mins)
Roundtable 7: Facilitated by Gitlab
1:40 PM - 2:40 PM (60 mins)
Break
2:40 PM - 2:50 PM (10 mins)
Welcome from Event Chair: Summary of Session 2 | Intro to Session 3: Technology
2:50 PM - 3:00 PM (10 mins)
Leading the Charge in Secure Tech Adoption and Data Management
3:00 PM - 3:20 PM (20 mins)
Panel: Visionary Leadership: Navigating the Technological Landscape
3:20 PM - 4:10 PM (50 mins)






Closing Remarks: Summary of Segment 3
4:10 PM - 4:20 PM (10 mins)