OC250167
26 March 2025
F. Jones
[FYI request #30260 email]
Tēnā koe Frank,
I refer to your request for information under the Of icial Information Act 1982 (the Act) dated 28
February 2025. I have responded to your questions in turn below:
When did the Ministry last complete a staff engagement survey?
The last staff engagement survey was completed in June 2022 –
How we are travelling A summary of the key findings of this engagement survey
Summary of the above survey:
• 81% of staff completed the survey - 19% above the benchmark.
• Average engagement score 67% was considered an excellent result, and an improvement
on the previous survey by 3%.
• Our small size was seen as a positive in relation to access but challenging for career
development.
• 73% of staff had been with the Ministry for less than 2 years, and 41% were considering
leaving within 12 months.
How frequently does the Ministry undertake staff engagement surveys?
There is no confirmed plan or cycle for running staff engagement surveys.
When is the next staff engagement survey planned?
There is no current date scheduled for the next staff engagement survey.
Ministry staf along with other New Zealand public servants working in departments and
departmental agencies recently participated in Te Taunaki Public Service Census. The Census
ran from 3-21 March 2025. It covered employee experiences and demographic information, giving
valuable insights about capability and culture across Public Service organisations. The Public
Service Commission anticipate publishing the Census results in July 2025.
What is the Ministry's current staff turnover rate?
The Ministry’s unplanned turnover as of 30 June 2024 was 29%.
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How does this compare to the Ministry's staff turnover rate over the past 3 years?
FY 2022/23
FY 2021/2022
FY 2020/21
34%
27%
26%
How does the Ministry's staff turnover rate compare to the public sector average?
The agencies workforce data is released on the Public Service Commission’s website, which
includes turnover data:
https:/ www.publicservice.govt.nz/research-and-data
Is the Ministry concerned about its staff turnover?
The Ministry recognises it is an area we can improve on. Staff turnover, along with the recruitment
of specific skil sets and improving access to relevant development opportunities are already focus
areas for the Ministry. We are tackling these as priorities through the development and delivery of
a workforce strategy.
You have the right to seek an investigation and review of this response by the Ombudsman, in
accordance with section 28(3) of the Act. The relevant details can be found on the Ombudsman’s
websit
e www.ombudsman.parliament.nz
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Nāku noa, nā
Hilary Penman
Manager, Ministerial and Executive Services
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