The Public Sector Management Act 1988 (the Act), Premier's Department SES Guidelines and Premier's Memoranda and departmental Circulars set out the requirements governing executive employment in NSW.

Chief Executive Officers are reminded that all aspects of their employment are to be in compliance with the relevant provisions of the Act and SES Guidelines.

In particular, their employment is to be governed by a contract of employment between the officer and their employer and this contract and associated documents are to be maintained and filed appropriately in accord with the provisions of the State Records Act 1998.

Performance Agreements are essential tools to ensure there is understanding between a Minister and a CEO on the major tasks and accountabilities of the CEO. The Performance Agreement is an essential part of the contract of employment and forms Schedule B of the contract.

Performance reviews are to be undertaken at least annually by the officer's employer or some other person nominated by the employer. The Performance Agreement and annual review form the basis of any remuneration increase as determined by the Minister in the implementation of any SOORT determination.

CEOs are also reminded of the requirements under Annual Reports regulations to include a statement in their agency's annual report on the performance of each executive officer at level 5 or above.

C. Gellatly
Director-General

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Superseded by M2003-15