Leading with Purpose | Our Impact in 2024 - IPS Management Consultants

Leading with Purpose | Our Impact in 2024

11/12/2024

As we close out 2024, it's time to reflect on the incredible journey we’ve shared at IPS Management Consultants (IPS).
This year, we’ve made remarkable strides across our diverse service lines, driven by the collective passion and dedication of our team.

Below is a glimpse of the impact we've made, which inspires us to continue pushing boundaries and 'Creating Better Futures' together.

Organisational Capability

The IPS Organisational Capability team was fortunate to work with clients from across Australia in 2024, leading cultural change and driving impactful initiatives.

The team's efforts have contributed to the development of peak performance cultures, particularly on some of the largest infrastructure projects in Western Australia, such as the South West Gateway Alliance and the Armadale Line Upgrade Alliance.

Collaborations with the Public Transport Authority also resulted in the launch of the First Level Leadership Program, which featured a self-assessment tool aligned with the WA Public Sector’s Building Leadership Impact framework.

On the East Coast, the team delivered LSi 360 feedback and executive coaching to a cohort of 36 executive leaders for Main Roads Projects Victoria. Additionally, the Women Leaders in Tennis program with Tennis Australia continued to be highly successful.

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First Nations Advisory

The IPS 'First Nations Advisory' team has helped our clients achieve outstanding outcomes through a range of impactful services such as delivering cultural capability workshops, building capacity to create culturally safe work places, supporting organisations in the development and implementation of Reconciliation Action Plans (RAPs). We have facilitated collaboration across multiple renowned corporates, government departments, and organisations throughout Australia, empowering First Nations leaders and communities through our service delivery.

One of our key project deliveries was the Aspiring Program for Services Australia, through which we are proud to have supported over 120 Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander leaders from diverse nations across Australia.

Our authentic and respectful First Nations community engagements have enabled organisations to achieve exceptional results, driving meaningful change. This year, we also supported the development of Cultural Safety Charters, further strengthening our commitment to fostering safe and inclusive environments.

IPS is excited to continue partnering with organisations in 2025 to drive impactful change, elevate First Nations leadership, and build a future grounded in respect, understanding, and inclusivity.

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Research, Policy & Evaluation

2024 has been a highly productive year for IPS 'Research, Policy & Evaluation', marked by the successful delivery of 17 projects and the management of up to 17 running concurrently at peak times.

Our strong project management approach has been pivotal, complemented by the addition of key team members, including First Nations and Senior Consultants, a Research Administrator, and a Project Support Officer.

These valuable contributions, alongside the efforts of our entire team, have been instrumental in our success. We’re proud of our achievements this year in this space, and look forward to an equally impactful 2025.

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Project Services

IPS 'Project Services' team has played a key role in four major infrastructure projects in Western Australia, focusing on Aboriginal engagement and participation. The team's work includes incorporating cultural education, delivering people and culture services, sustainable employment programs, procurement support, Alliance coaching and evaluation across the projects.

This year, we continued to contribute to these projects by creating opportunities for the engagement and development of Aboriginal businesses, fostering Aboriginal employment outcomes, including wraparound mentoring support for both direct hire and subcontractor roles, embedding cultural education, awareness, and caring for Country through land access and site management procedures.

The team's efforts incorporate exceptional community engagement outcomes, delivering ongoing opportunities.

Looking ahead to 2025, we are excited to continue our partnership with valued clients, driving positive change and creating lasting opportunities for Aboriginal communities through collaboration, innovation, and shared success.

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Business Advisory

The IPS 'Business Advisory' team's reach and impact are both broad and deep, grounded in our core values. This year, we expanded our partnership with the Small Business Development Corporation (SBDC), providing Business Advisory support to small businesses in Regional WA. Since July 2024, in addition to South West and Peel, IPS is proud to extend its coverage to the Midwest-Gascoyne, Pilbara, and Wheatbelt regions. This support is available at no cost to small businesses through SBDC Regional services.

Additionally, the broader IPS 'Business Advisory' team is honoured to have worked with First Nations businesses and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities across Australia this year. With projects ranging from an Organisational Review uniting multiple language groups in Central Australia to our Digital Wardiny workshops with older Aboriginal people in WA, which increased digital skills and online safety awareness. It's hard to measure the joy of teaching Elders to send selfies or hearing them speak in their language on Country.

We're proud to be trusted by so many to help create pathways towards brighter futures.

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Workforce Solutions

2024 has been a rewarding year for Workforce Solutions, with programs that have made a real difference in people’s lives. The Yaka Dandjoo program helped participants overcome financial challenges and build careers in construction, earning the NAWIC ‘Diversity and Inclusion’ Award.

The OnTrack program empowered individuals to pursue lasting careers, for which we were recognised by the Nudge NGO 'Above and Beyond' Award. The OnTrack and the Yaka Dandjoo expiated $129,027 in fines since inception through the Work and Development Permit Scheme WDPS Scheme.

Through the Construction Training Fund (CTF) mentoring initiative, 275 students gained valuable guidance, leading to 24 apprenticeships and 34 job placements.

The Jobs Showcase webinars (in collaboration with Department of Employment and Workplace Relations - DEWR) raised awareness about labour shortages, reaching over 56,700 registrations with overwhelmingly positive feedback.

This year, we also commenced a unique initiative, working collaboratively with partners to support prison release participants to gain qualifications and employment in rail, through the 'Track to Success' program - working in collaboration with DEWR, Department of Justice, Workskil Australia, Iron Training & Consulting and Cat5 Rail.

With a deep commitment to creating opportunities, and strong connections with valued stakeholders, IPS 'Workforce Solutions' is set to continue inspiring change, transforming lives, and tackling workforce challenges with renewed energy and purpose.

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Thank You for an Incredible Year!

As we reflect on 2024, a year of remarkable achievements, we are even more excited for what lies ahead. Our sincere gratitude goes out to our valued clients and network of dedicated stakeholders, whose steadfast partnership has been pivotal to our shared success.

Celebrating 10 Years in 2025 🎉

2025 promises to be a milestone year as we celebrate our 10th anniversary. Have you been part of this incredible journey? We’re excited to reconnect with you in 2025 and continue building success together.

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