What exactly did Sir Brian Roche mean when he “designated the title Secretary for Economic Growth to signal a sharp focus on outcome-oriented economic leadership and to provide coherence to MBIE’s core purpose?”

Answer

The Public Service Commissioner has the authority under the Public Service Act 2020 to decide the designation for Public Service chief executives and Secretaries. I am advised in this case, the Commissioner felt the ‘Secretary for Economic Growth’ designation signals the mandate of the role more clearly within the public sector and in a way that resonates more strongly with businesses and internationally. It also reinforces the Commissioner’s desire for a public service that is outcomes focused and organised around citizens and businesses.