Perm Secs Sign Agreement on Performance to Boost C/Service
POLITICS DIGEST- Federal Permanent Secretaries in the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (OHCSF) have signed the Performance Management Contract with the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HCSF), Mrs. Didi Esther Walson-Jack.
This initiative aligns with Pillar Two of the Federal Civil Service Strategy and Implementation Plan 2021-2025 (FCSSIP-25), focusing on Performance Management Systems. The Performance Management Contract is a formal agreement that outlines the signatories’ performance expectations, goals, and responsibilities, aiming to enhance service delivery and elevate performance standards in the Federal Civil Service.
The signing ceremony was a momentous occasion that marked a significant step towards enhancing service delivery and performance standards in the Federal Civil Service. At the signing ceremony, Mrs Walson-Jack emphasised that the Performance Management System (PMS) is a strategic tool designed to set clear objectives and measurable outcomes for Federal Civil Servants.
“This initiative is a commitment to elevate the standard of public service, ensuring that clear objectives and measurable outcomes guide our actions,” she stated.
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She further highlighted that the signing of the Performance Management Contract represents a solemn commitment to excellence and good governance, urging Permanent Secretaries to embrace this initiative as a catalyst for real and meaningful change in the Federal Civil Service.
“Your commitment is integral to the success of this initiative and is vital in driving the PMS’s successful implementation across all OHCSF Departments,” she added.
The Head of Service outlined the benefits of the Employee Performance Management System (EPMS), which include fostering enhanced communication between supervisors and subordinates, better human resource decisions, stronger working relationships, and significantly improved productivity and service delivery to citizens.
These benefits promise a more efficient and effective Federal Civil Service, instilling a sense of optimism and hope for the future.
Mr. Raymond Omachi, Permanent Secretary of the Common Services Office in the OHCSF, responded on behalf of his colleagues, acknowledging the signing of the Performance Contract as a pivotal step towards fostering efficiency, accountability, and transparency in the Federal Civil Service. He urged all stakeholders to support this initiative actively:
“The PMS is more than just a tool; it is a commitment to excellence, continuous improvement, and the realisation of the Federal Government’s core objectives. We urge you to participate and actively support this initiative for its success.”