CSC INDUCTS HR COMMITTEES TO STRENGTHEN RECRUITMENT

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The Civil Service Commission (CSC) has formally inducted Provincial Human Resource Management Committees (PHRMCs) and District Subcommittees tasked with overseeing the recruitment of 2,000 health workers, reinforcing transparency and accountability in Zambia’s public service hiring processes.

Speaking during the ceremony, CSC Commissioner Mr. Louis Siandyabantu said Government has in the past four years recruited over 18,000 health workers, with the most recent exercise bringing the total number to 20,000.

He described the achievement as unprecedented, reflecting Government’s strong commitment to strengthening the country’s health sector.

Mr. Siandyabantu explained that in line with the Service Commission Act No. 10 of 2016, Government has continued to implement a transparent and inclusive recruitment process through Provincial Human Resource Management Committees and District Subcommittees.

 He emphasized that the recruitment exercise is a strategic national intervention aimed at improving access to quality healthcare services for citizens across the country.

“The committees serve as critical pillars in ensuring transparency, credibility and consistency throughout the entire recruitment process,” he said.

District Subcommittees include District Commissioners Town Clerks or Council Secretaries, District Health Directors and an independent Human Resource Officer (not from the Ministry of Health).

This composition enhances coordination, accountability, and efficiency, reducing risks of bias or irregularities in recruitment.

The induction of HR committees’ signals government’s commitment to structured labour administration, ensuring that public service recruitment is professional and credible.

Expanding the health workforce not only improves healthcare access but also contributes to job creation, poverty reduction, and national development.