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Frequently Asked Questions
HR Systems & Data Management
Why a Performance Management Programme?
A modern Public Service cannot do without an effective and ongoing programme of performance management. The Performance Management Programme (PMP) is a
meaningful performance appraisal process contributing to better public service and improved employee motivation.
What are the most important outcomes of the Programme?
The Performance Management Programme is an effective management tool providing:
- The employee with regular feedback on their work performance;
- The Organisation with a structured record of employee performance;
- A basis for improvements in employee performance.
Resourcing
What career opportunities are there in the Public Service?
Vacancies in the Public Service are filled in two ways: internally or externally. Internal vacancies are filled via an MPO Circular open to serving public officers,
while external vacancies are advertised in the Government Gazette. All MPO circulars can be viewed at this site, while external calls can be viewed via a link to the Information Department's
website.
Employee Relations
How is discipline applied in the public service?
Discipline in the public service is applied in terms of the Public Service Commission
(Disciplinary Procedure) Regulations
(Legal Notice 186/1999)
If I face a disciplinary charge what are my rights?
Apart from right of reply at various stages of the process, public officers who are charged with a disciplinary offence have the right to, amongst other things:
(a) know the whole case against them
(b) make their own defence
(c) access all documentary evidence
(d) be assisted by a person of their choice
(e) right to know of any decision within 20 working days
Are there any conditions I can benefit from if I have a child?
Yes. Female public officers may avail themselves of paid maternity leave before birth and immediately
after giving birth. All public officers are entitled to unpaid parental leave and may be allowed to work on a reduced hours timetable in order to take care of children under the age of 8. Female public officers may also
avail themselves of adoption leave in case they choose to adopt.
I have to take care of my child who is disabled. Is there any condition I can benefit from?
Yes. Parents who are public officers may be allowed responsibility leave or work on a reduced work
timetable so as to have time to provide care to their disabled child.
I have an elderly parent who requires my care. Is there any condition I can benefit from?
Yes. Even these officers may benefit from responsibility leave or permission to work on a reduced work
timetable.
How is overtime computed on Sunday and public holidays?
Staff eligible for overtime who work on a Sunday are to be paid at double actual time rates for every
hour of work subject to a minimum of a day's pay. Public holidays are remunerated at one and a half times plain
actual time rates subject to a minimum of a day's pay.
Are casual employees and part-timers allowed to work overtime?
No. If these employees are needed to work extra hours these additional hours are paid at normal rates.
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