OUR VALUES

Our core values reflect the Department's collective beliefs and etiquettes that govern our key operations and processes

Leadership

We believe in leadership that is robust, decisive, and fair based on mutual respect and trust.

Commitment and Responsibility

We are committed and dedicated for effective service delivery for the common good and interest of all Papua New Guineans.

Professionalism

We maintain high degree of professionalism by ensuring effective working relationship with all stakeholders.

Accountability

We advocate for performance, transparency, integrity, honesty and accountability in all our engagements and departmental operations.

Intellectual Rigor for Evidence

We formulate national policies and evidence-based plans based on international best practice.

Partnership and Teamwork

We promote inclusive partnership and teamwork for policy coherence, consensus, and collective impact.

Respect

We treat everyone with respect, recognising the rich cultural diversity without prejudice for position, gender, religion, ethnicity and ability.