Role of the Public Service

Tuʻanga Angaʻanga a te Paepae Ropiʻanga | Role of the Public Service

The Public Service has a long-standing constitutional role confirmed by Cook Islands Parliament, ensuring the function of the system, stability and security.

Duty Travel Calendar

Here you will find the official duty travel details of the fourteen Heads of the Public Service (HoMs).

Public Service Commissioner

The Public Service Commissioner is appointed by the King’s Representative on the advice of the Prime Minister and has collective accountability with Cabinet for the performance of the Public Service

Crown Relationships

Here you will find information on how the Public Service supports the Crown and Heads of Crown Agencies.

Head's of Public Sector Agencies

The Heads of Public Sector Agencies are appointed by the Public Service Commissioner and are responsible to a Minister for the performance of their agency.