Public Servants as Partners for Growth
Toward a Stronger, Leaner and More Equitable Workforce
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Policy lessons for restructuring public workforce management
Fiscal consolidation goals require a high-performing public service, yet consolidation strategies call for reducing government operational expenditure – a paradox that can only be solved through reforming public service management. That reform will entail a coherent, strategic framework rooted in forward-looking assessment of organisational capabilities, with a strong focus on innovation. An integrated approach to HRM should introduce flexibility and adequate mechanisms for accountability, to foster innovation and value for money. Investment in the public workforce should balance costs and quality, and regular assessment of HR policies will be critical for reallocating resources and ensuring achievement of objectives. Competencies can strengthen performance management; diversity can enhance core public service values as well as efficiency and effectiveness; and upholding merit can boost not only capacity but also morale and commitment. Ultimately, real leadership is needed for the kind of high-quality change management capable of building confidence and sustaining capacity for reform.
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