QUESTIONS ON NOTICE › Innovation, Industry, Science and Research: Staffing (Question No. 624)
Senator Siewert asked the asked the Minister for Innovation, Industry, Science and Research, upon notice , on 27 April 2011: With reference to the department and the agencies within the Minister's portfolio: (1) What is the total number of staff currently employed. (2) What is the total number of staff with a disability currently employed. (3) What policies or programs are in place to encourage the recruitment of people with a disability? (4) What retention strategies are in place for people with a disability. (5) What career pathways or plans are on offer for people with a disability; if none (6) Are there any specific targets for recruitment and retention; if not, why not. why. (7) What policies, programs or services are there to support staff with a disability. (8) Can details be provided of any policies, programs, services or plans currently under development within the department and its agencies, concerning the employment of people with a disability.