Vision & Values
DBI's Vision, Mission and Strategic Objectives for 2008-2011 aim to help deliver the Government's economic vision of a dynamic, innovative and sustainable economy in which business is encouraged to grow. Our ability to do so is underpinned by our values and the behaviours that flow from them.
Mission
To work with business and the community to boost productivity, exports, investments and jobs
Objectives
- develop better skilled, more productive and innovative people, businesses and industries
- connect Victorians and Victorian businesses to other local, national and international businesses and markets
- promote Victoria as a great place to live, work, invest, visit and learn
- shape the economic development policy agenda
- strengthen departmental capability
Values
The Department of Business and Innovation has embraced the following organisational values which are outlined in the Public Administration Act 2004.
Accountability
- work to clear objectives in a transparent manner
- accept responsibility for decisions and actions
- seek to achieve the best use of resources
- submit to appropriate scrutiny
Respect
- treat others fairly and objectively
- prevent discrimination, harassment and bullying
- consider the views of others.
Responsiveness
- provide frank, impartial and timely advice
- provide high quality services
- identify and promote best practice
Integrity
- be open, honest and transparent
- use power responsibly
- address or report
- improper conduct, avoid any real or apparent conflicts of interest
- strive to earn and sustain public trust
Impartiality
- make decisions and provide advice based on merit
- avoid bias, favouritism or self interest
- act fairly by objectively considering all relevant facts and implement all Government policy equitably
Leadership
- Lead by example
- actively implement, promote and support these values
- be accountable and take responsibility for outcomes
DBI recognises that its people are critical to its ability to deliver high quality business outcomes. The values highlight how staff should take responsibility for outcomes and work together to foster a people-oriented culture within all work environments.
