Sixty-eight NEDA executives - from undersecretaries to regional directors - undertook a customized program for government leaders. It was delivered by the Civil Service Commission’s (CSC) Civil Service Institute based on a course designed by the Australian Government.
NEDA Secretary Ernesto Pernia and Australian Embassy’s Deputy Head of Mission Mat Kimberley opened the training program.
“Australia is proud to once again partner with the CSC and NEDA on this initiative. Over the years, we have supported Philippine Government initiatives to upskill and strengthen the civil service through capacity building and organisational development. The impact has been long term and continue to benefit the Philippine bureaucracy,” said Kimberley.
In 2017, the Australian Government funded the customisation of Franklin Covey’s 7 Habits of Highly Effective Managers to 7 Habits of Highly Effective Government Leaders. This customisation made the course more relevant to the Philippine public sector and allowed for local production of materials. The Australian government also funded the certification of trainers and facilitators from the CSC.