Purpose 2: Mobilise and develop the best talent, for the benefit of Australia

Key activities

• Deliver effective and efficient innovation-enabling programs that support the R&D needs of businesses.
• Provide opportunities for students to develop and improve their STEM skills and access to science and engineering mentors.
• Activities which foster a culture of continuous learning and sharing of knowledge, at all levels of the organisation.
• Education and outreach activities to develop increased knowledge of science and its application to students, parents, teachers and the Australian community.

Outcomes

• Australia’s science capacity is increased, which helps the nation to remain innovative and competitive in science.
• Awareness is continually raised of the benefits of science and engineering to the community and industry.
• Increased industry participation in CSIRO science and engineering projects.

Performance and targets* against the outcomes

Targets for 2020-21 and onwards will be confirmed or adjusted during 2018/19 FY

Utilisation of science outreach programs

Increase participation in programs by 10%

As per 2018-19

Maintain participation in programs

Maintain participation in programs

Innovation hubs established by the ON program to facilitate partnering activity

5 hubs established

As per 2018-19

As per 2018-19

As per 2018-19