The government is currently reviewing its recruitment processes to ensure that they are merit-based, inclusive, and transparent.
Public Service and Administration Director-General, Ms Yoliswa Makhasi, made this announcement during a two-day retreat (13 and 14 July 2023) on the professionalization of the public service at Muldersdrift west of Johannesburg.
Ms Makhasi emphasized the need for centralization in certain aspects of the recruitment process, as decentralization has created challenges in certain areas.
She also stated that all current Director-Generals have been appointed based on merit, and the government is working towards stabilizing the political administration interface.
The government has submitted two Bills, the Public Service Amendment Bill and the Public Administration Amendment Bill, to Parliament, with the aim of completing the process by March 31, 2024.
Additionally, the government is reviewing all determinations and directives issued in terms of the Public Service Act to align them with the professionalization framework.
“The aim is to reduce red tape, particularly in HR, so that officials can focus on strategic HR work,” Ms Makhasi said.
Additionally, the government is reviewing minimum entry requirements for Senior Management Services and the competency assessment tool for managers.