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The Commonwealth Grants Commission (CGC) is committed to the safe and responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI). The CGC recognises that AI provides opportunities to improve productivity, enhance analytical capability and support staff in delivering high-quality advice. This must be done while preserving accountability, transparency and public trust.
The CGC follows the Policy for the responsible use of AI in government, which provides principles and mandatory requirements for agencies relating to the accelerated and sustainable adoption of AI. Consistent with the Policy, this AI Transparency Statement outlines the CGC’s approach to AI adoption. (Template language)
The CGC encourages the responsible exploration and adoption of AI consistent with the Policy for the responsible use of AI in government and our internal policies. The CCG’s focus is on building AI capability, fostering innovation and continuous improvement and ensuring staff are equipped to use AI confidently and responsibly. (Template language)
The CGC's endorsed AI applications (ChatGPT, Microsoft 365 Copilot and GovAI) are used internally to support workplace productivity, with the aim over time to leverage AI to enhance our analytical capabilities, improve our advice and increase operational efficiency.
Based on the Digital Transformation Agency’s Classification system for AI use, the CGC employs AI in the corporate and enabling domain in the following ways:
- analytics for insights, for example where AI is used to assist staff with coding or underpinning the creation of data assets and analysis
- workplace productivity, for example where AI is used to assist staff with communication, document summarisation and document creation.
The CGC does not use any AI systems that directly interact with the public or make decisions that affect individuals without human oversight.
The CGC has robust governance arrangements, processes and risk management strategies underpinning the responsible and effective use of AI.
The CGC has an AI Accountable Official who is responsible for overseeing the implementation of the Policy for the responsible use of AI in government. The CGC has a Chief AI Officer who, working with the AI Accountable Official, is responsible for championing and driving AI adoption in the CGC. (Template language)
The CGC has an AI team to promote the safe and effective use of AI across the agency. The team identifies emerging AI capabilities, explores potential uses and use cases relevant to the CGC’s work, and encourages staff to identify opportunities where AI may assist with administrative, analytical and corporate functions. The AI team conducts an annual staff survey to monitor the use and effectiveness of AI. The team also holds regular training sessions on how to use AI appropriately and promote the opportunities it presents.
The CGC has an AI policy. The policy includes the CGC’s strategic position on AI adoption, guidance for staff on the responsible use of AI in the agency as well as what to do in the event of an incident. The Australian Public Service Commission’s AI in Government Fundamentals course is available for all staff and, as outlined in the CGC’s policy, staff must complete this training before beginning to use any AI tools.
The CGC’s commitment to digital innovation aligns with the Australian Government’s Data and Digital Government Strategy, the National AI Plan and the APS AI Plan 2025.
The CGC complies with all applicable legislation and regulations, including the Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF) and Information Security Manual (ISM).
Working with Treasury as our Information and Communications Technology provider, the use of AI is governed by our IT Acceptable Use Policy, Treasury’s Information Security Policy, and the Policy for responsible use of AI in government. (Template language)
All CGC AI policies and procedures, including this transparency statement, are reviewed and updated annually, or when significant changes occur. The most recent review of this transparency statement was in August 2026.
For enquiries about the CGC’s use of AI, please contact us.
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The policy for the responsible use of AI in government provides mandatory requirements for departments and agencies relating to accountable officials, and transparency statements. This page provides details of the CGC’s implementation of these policy requirements.
Accountable Officials
The CGC has designated the Chief Operating Officer as the accountable official for artificial intelligence (AI) use within the agency.
Intentions Behind AI Adoption
AI applications are used internally to support workplace productivity, with the aim over time to leverage AI to enhance our analytical capabilities, improve decision‑making processes, and increase operational efficiency.
Public Interaction with AI
The CGC does not use AI in ways that the public may directly interact with or be significantly impacted by without human intervention.
Monitoring Effectiveness
We have established robust processes, including regular reviews, audits, and staff training programs, to ensure the responsible and effective use of AI. These operate in tandem with broader Australian Government security policies, principles, minimum standards and common procedures in the Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF) and Information Security Manual (ISM)
Training and Governance
Impacted staff will have access to training that aligns with the responsible and acceptable use of AI policies, and appropriate governance arrangements have been established to support AI within the CGC.
Protecting Against Negative Impacts
We have established robust processes and proactive risk management strategies, including staff training programs, to ensure the responsible and effective use of AI. Our efforts are aligned with broader Australian Government security policies, principles, minimum standards, and common procedures as outlined in the Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF) and Information Security Manual (ISM).
The use of publicly available AI services is governed by the Department of Treasury's IT Acceptable Use Policy and Information Security Policy, and the Policy for responsible use of AI in government.
Compliance with Legislation
The CGC complies with all applicable legislation and regulations. We are committed to maintaining transparency and accountability in our AI practices through the AI Transparency Statement.
Update Frequency
This transparency statement is reviewed and updated annually or whenever significant changes occur.
For further enquiries, please contact the Chief Operating Officer at services@cgc.gov.au.
Artificial Intelligence Transparency Statement
The policy for the responsible use of AI in government provides mandatory requirements for departments and agencies relating to accountable officials, and transparency statements. This page provides details of the CGC’s implementation of these policy requirements.
Accountable Officials
The CGC has designated the Chief Operating Officer as the accountable official for artificial intelligence (AI) use within the agency.
Intentions Behind AI Adoption
AI applications are used internally to support workplace productivity, with the aim over time to leverage AI to enhance our analytical capabilities, improve decision‑making processes, and increase operational efficiency.
Public Interaction with AI
The CGC does not use AI in ways that the public may directly interact with or be significantly impacted by without human intervention.
Monitoring Effectiveness
We have established robust processes, including regular reviews, audits, and staff training programs, to ensure the responsible and effective use of AI. These operate in tandem with broader Australian Government security policies, principles, minimum standards and common procedures in the Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF) and Information Security Manual (ISM)
Training and Governance
Impacted staff will have access to training that aligns with the responsible and acceptable use of AI policies, and appropriate governance arrangements have been established to support AI within the CGC.
Protecting Against Negative Impacts
We have established robust processes and proactive risk management strategies, including staff training programs, to ensure the responsible and effective use of AI. Our efforts are aligned with broader Australian Government security policies, principles, minimum standards, and common procedures as outlined in the Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF) and Information Security Manual (ISM).
The use of publicly available AI services is governed by the Department of Treasury's IT Acceptable Use Policy and Information Security Policy, and the Policy for responsible use of AI in government.
Compliance with Legislation
The CGC complies with all applicable legislation and regulations. We are committed to maintaining transparency and accountability in our AI practices through the AI Transparency Statement.
Update Frequency
This transparency statement is reviewed and updated annually or whenever significant changes occur.
For further enquiries, please contact the Chief Operating Officer at services@cgc.gov.au.
Artificial Intelligence Transparency Statement
The CGC follows the policy for the responsible use of AI in government which provides mandatory requirements for departments and agencies relating to accountable officials, and transparency statements. This page provides details of the CGC’s implementation of these policy requirements.
The CGC’s commitment to digital innovation aligns with the Australian Government’s Data and Digital Government Strategy, the National AI Plan and the APS AI Plan 2025.
Key roles
The CGC has designated the Chief Operating Officer as the accountable official for artificial intelligence (AI) use within the agency. Accountable Officials are responsible for implementing the policy for the responsible use of AI in government.
A Chief AI Officer (CAIO) will be appointed by July 2026. As part of the AI Plan for the Australian Public Service 2025, the CAIO will lead AI transformation at the CGC.
AI Adoption
The CGC's endorsed AI applications are used internally to support workplace productivity, with the aim over time to leverage AI to enhance our analytical capabilities, improve decision‑making processes, and increase operational efficiency.
Public Interaction and impact
The CGC is committed to ensuring that its use of AI is responsible, environmentally considerate, and in the public interest. The CGC does not currently use any AI systems that directly interact with the public or make decisions that affect individuals without human oversight.
Governance
Appropriate governance arrangements have been established to support AI within the CGC.
The Australian Public Service Commission’s AI in Government Fundamentals course is available for all staff and is mandatory under the APS AI plan. As a prerequisite to utilising AI tools, staff are required to complete internal training on the use of AI.
The CGC complies with all applicable legislation and regulations, including the Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF) and Information Security Manual (ISM).
The CGC have robust processes, regular reviews and audits, and proactive risk management strategies, including staff training programs, to ensure the responsible and effective use of AI.
The use of AI is governed by our IT Acceptable Use Policy, Treasury’s Information Security Policy, and the Policy for responsible use of AI in government.
Update Frequency
This transparency statement is reviewed and updated annually or whenever significant changes occur. The most recent update was made in March 2026.
For further enquiries, please contact the Chief Operating Officer at services@cgc.gov.au.
Artificial Intelligence Transparency Statement
The Commonwealth Grants Commission (CGC) follows the Policy for the responsible use of AI in government which provides mandatory requirements for departments and agencies relating to accountable officials, and transparency statements. This page provides details of the CGC’s implementation of these policy requirements.
The CGC’s commitment to digital innovation aligns with the Australian Government’s Data and Digital Government Strategy, the National AI Plan and the APS AI Plan 2025.
Key roles
The CGC has an Accountable Official for Artificial Intelligence (AI) who is responsible for overseeing the implementation of the Policy for the responsible use of AI in government.
The CGC has a Chief AI Officer who, working with the AI Accountable Official, is responsible for championing and driving AI adoption in the CGC.
AI Adoption
The CGC's endorsed AI applications are used internally to support workplace productivity, with the aim over time to leverage AI to enhance our analytical capabilities, improve decision‑making processes, and increase operational efficiency.
Public Interaction and impact
The CGC is committed to ensuring that its use of AI is responsible, environmentally considerate, and in the public interest. The CGC does not currently use any AI systems that directly interact with the public or make decisions that affect individuals without human oversight.
Governance
Appropriate governance arrangements have been established to support AI within the CGC.
The Australian Public Service Commission’s AI in Government Fundamentals course is available for all staff and is mandatory under the APS AI plan. As a prerequisite to utilising AI tools, staff are required to complete internal training on the use of AI.
The CGC complies with all applicable legislation and regulations, including the Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF) and Information Security Manual (ISM).
The CGC have robust processes, regular reviews and audits, and proactive risk management strategies, including staff training programs, to ensure the responsible and effective use of AI.
The use of AI is governed by our IT Acceptable Use Policy, Treasury’s Information Security Policy, and the Policy for responsible use of AI in government.
Update Frequency
This transparency statement is reviewed and updated annually or whenever significant changes occur. The most recent update was made in June 2026.
Artificial Intelligence Transparency Statement
The Commonwealth Grants Commission (CGC) follows the Policy for the responsible use of AI in government which provides mandatory requirements for departments and agencies relating to accountable officials, and transparency statements. This page provides details of the CGC’s implementation of these policy requirements.
The CGC’s commitment to digital innovation aligns with the Australian Government’s Data and Digital Government Strategy, the National AI Plan and the APS AI Plan 2025.
Key roles
The CGC has an Accountable Official for Artificial Intelligence (AI) who is responsible for overseeing the implementation of the Policy for the responsible use of AI in government.
The CGC has a Chief AI Officer who, working with the AI Accountable Official, is responsible for championing and driving AI adoption in the CGC.
AI Adoption
The CGC's endorsed AI applications are used internally to support workplace productivity, with the aim over time to leverage AI to enhance our analytical capabilities, improve decision‑making processes, and increase operational efficiency.
Public Interaction and impact
The CGC is committed to ensuring that its use of AI is responsible, environmentally considerate, and in the public interest. The CGC does not currently use any AI systems that directly interact with the public or make decisions that affect individuals without human oversight.
Governance
Appropriate governance arrangements have been established to support AI within the CGC.
The Australian Public Service Commission’s AI in Government Fundamentals course is available for all staff and is mandatory under the APS AI plan. As a prerequisite to utilising AI tools, staff are required to complete internal training on the use of AI.
The CGC complies with all applicable legislation and regulations, including the Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF) and Information Security Manual (ISM).
The CGC have robust processes, regular reviews and audits, and proactive risk management strategies, including staff training programs, to ensure the responsible and effective use of AI.
The use of AI is governed by our IT Acceptable Use Policy, Treasury’s Information Security Policy, and the Policy for responsible use of AI in government.
Update Frequency
This transparency statement is reviewed and updated annually or whenever significant changes occur. The most recent update was made in July 2026.
For enquiries, please contact us.
Artificial Intelligence Transparency Statement
The Commonwealth Grants Commission (CGC) is committed to the safe and responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI). The CGC recognises that AI provides opportunities to improve productivity, enhance analytical capability and support staff in delivering high-quality advice. This must be done while preserving accountability, transparency and public trust.
The CGC follows the Policy for the responsible use of AI in government , which provides principles and mandatory requirements for agencies relating to the accelerated and sustainable adoption of AI. Consistent with the Policy, this AI Transparency Statement outlines the CGC’s approach to AI adoption.
Our approach to AI
The CGC encourages the responsible exploration and adoption of AI consistent with the Policy for the responsible use of AI in government. The CCG is looking to build its AI capability, foster innovation and continuous improvement, and ensure staff are equipped to use AI confidently and responsibly.
How we use AI
The CGC's endorsed AI applications (ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot 365 and GovAI) are used internally to support workplace productivity, with the aim over time to leverage AI to enhance our analytical capabilities, improve our advice and increase operational efficiency.
The CGC employs AI in the domain (using the Digital Transformation Agency’s Classification system for AI use of corporate and enabling, in the following ways:
analytics for insights, where AI is used to assist staff with coding
research and analysis
workplace productivity, where AI is used to assist staff with communication, document summarisation and document creation.
The CGC does not use any AI systems that directly interact with the public or make decisions that affect individuals without human oversight.
Our governance arrangements
The CGC has an AI Accountable Official who is responsible for overseeing the implementation of the Policy for the responsible use of AI in government. The CGC has a Chief AI Officer who, working with the AI Accountable Official, is responsible for championing and driving AI adoption in the CGC.
The CGC has an AI team to promote the safe and effective use of AI across the agency. The team identifies emerging AI capabilities, explores potential uses and use cases relevant to the CGC’s work, and encourages staff to identify opportunities where AI may assist with administrative, analytical and corporate functions. The AI team conducts an annual staff survey to monitor the use and effectiveness of AI. The team also holds regular training sessions on how to use AI appropriately.
The CGC has an AI policy. The policy includes the CGC’s strategic position on AI adoption, guidance for staff on the responsible use of AI in the agency as well as what to do in the event of an incident. The Australian Public Service Commission’s AI in Government Fundamentals course is available for all staff and, as outlined in the CGC’s policy, its completion is mandatory before staff can begin using any AI tools.
Compliance
The CGC’s commitment to digital innovation aligns with the Australian Government’s Data and Digital Government Strategy , the National AI Plan and the APS AI Plan 2025.
The CGC complies with all applicable legislation and regulations, including the Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF) and Information Security Manual (ISM).
The CGC have robust processes, regular reviews and audits, and proactive risk management strategies, including staff training programs, to support the responsible and effective use of AI.
Working with Treasury as our Information and Communications Technology provider, the use of AI is governed by our IT Acceptable Use Policy, Treasury’s Information Security Policy, and the Policy for responsible use of AI in government.
All CGC AI policies and procedures, including this transparency statement, are reviewed and updated annually or when significant changes occur. The most recent review of this transparency statement was in July 2026.
For enquiries about the CGC’s use of AI, please contact us.
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