Empowering Public Sector Leaders with Tailored Outplacement Support for Successful Career Transitions and Long-Term Resilience
The Brief
A significant transformation within a large public sector department impacted approximately 7,000 employees.
The department’s recent separation into two new entities left many employees navigating career transitions after years of dedicated service through challenges such as bushfires, floods, and the COVID-19 pandemic. The shared service provider for the Victorian Public Service aimed to support these employees in finding new roles, transitioning to retirement, or exploring portfolio careers.
Future Leadership™ Advisory was engaged to deliver comprehensive outplacement support, tailored to meet the unique needs of public service employees facing transition. The program’s goal was to ensure each individual felt equipped and supported, whether moving to a new position or transitioning into retirement.
Improvement in Performance
Studies show that executives who receive coaching report a 70% improvement in work performance, according to the International Coaching Federation (ICF).
Faster Reemployment
Outplacement services and career transition coaching can reduce the time it takes for displaced employees to find new jobs by 50%, according to a study by RiseSmart.
The Process
Future Leadership™ designed a multifaceted support program, which included:
- One-on-One Career Coaching: Engaging sessions with senior coaches, helping individuals assess their career goals and identify new pathways.
- Mental Health and Wellbeing Coaching: Targeted coaching to support mental wellness, ensuring resilience and confidence during periods of change.
- Executive Accelerator Platform: A resource hub offering career advice via videos, articles, podcasts, and workbooks. Topics included value proposition analysis, resume development, personal branding, networking, interview preparation, and exploring board roles.
- Psychometric Assessments and Debriefs: Tools to help employees understand their strengths, preferences, and career fit.
- Future Exchange Access: Networking and leadership forums offering ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Leadership Capability Diagnostic and Career Development Tools: Resources tailored to support ongoing growth and adaptability for public sector leaders.
These services were communicated through a video presentation and detailed brochures, providing employees with clear information on the support available to them.
Future Leadership's Average Participant Indices Across Coaching & Transition Clients
89% Outplacement coaching success
89% Increase in confidence
95% Recommend our services
The Outcome
The outplacement program led by Future Leadership™ received positive feedback from participants, who valued the tailored, empathetic support during a challenging transition. Key outcomes included:
- Seamless Career Transitions: Many participants successfully secured new permanent roles, moved into portfolio careers, or transitioned to retirement with a positive outlook.
- Enhanced Mental Wellness and Resilience: The mental health coaching element provided crucial support, helping individuals to manage stress and maintain well-being.
- Professional Development and Growth: Access to networking forums and career development tools enabled ongoing growth, even after the transition period.
The Future Leadership™ approach ensured that each individual felt valued and supported, whether continuing their career journey or entering retirement. This commitment to compassionate, comprehensive outplacement helped the organisation reinforce a culture of respect and care.
