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Hartley, Jean and Manzie, Stella
(2020).
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1080/09540962.2020.1777704
Abstract
This paper uses survey and interview research with senior civil servants to argue that leadership with political astuteness is a specific contextual requirement for public servants who work closely with politicians. Also important are technical skills, judgement and a sharp sense of ethics and integrity. The ‘fine balance’ of political astuteness and other capabilities are shown in a framework about leading in an ethical way. Implications for the development of civil servants are considered.