The program is being introduced to assist agencies manage their workforce needs in a planned and targeted way. It supports the Tasmanian Government’s broader commitment to reduce the size of the Tasmanian State Service by 1,800 positions by 2023, while ensuring agencies can continue to deliver essential services to the community.
The program provides an opportunity for permanent employees who may be considering leaving the State Service, while also supporting agencies to reshape their workforce to meet future operational requirements and continue delivering effective and sustainable public services.
Eligible State Service employees may receive a TNVR payment to voluntarily leave their State Service employment between 1 July and 31 December 2026. Up to 500 positions across participating agencies (including the Department of State Growth) may be approved, with a focus on non-frontline and corporate roles. All EOIs will be carefully assessed against each agency’s operational needs, and the service delivery needs to the Tasmanian community.
