Title: The rejuvenation of public administration in the DRC: launch of the recruitment competition at the General Labor Inspectorate
Introduction
The Deputy Prime Minister in charge of the Civil Service, Jean-Pierre Lihau, recently announced the official launch of the recruitment competition for Inspectors General, Comptrollers General and administrative agents within the General Labor Inspectorate (IGT) in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). This initiative is part of the will of the President of the Republic to carry out a qualitative and competitive rejuvenation within the public administrations. This article sheds light on this approach and highlights the importance of meritocracy and equal opportunity in the country.
The rejuvenation of public administration: a necessity
The DRC is going through a period of significant transformation, particularly at the political and social level. In this regard, it is crucial to strengthen public administration by attracting new talent and fostering competence and meritocracy. Until now, the system of privileges and political recommendations prevailed, creating inequalities and a loss of efficiency within the administration. The launch of this competition marks the end of this system and opens the way to a new era based on merit.
The IGT recruitment competition: a first step
The recruitment competition for Inspectors General, Comptrollers General and administrative agents at the IGT is a first step towards the reform of public administration in the DRC. This competition aroused great enthusiasm since 21,511 candidates, including 11,000 in Kinshasa, took part. This is a strong signal of the interest of young Congolese to get involved and contribute to the development of the country.
UPC, ISC and ISP at the heart of the process
To guarantee the transparency and fairness of the competition, the tests took place on the sites of the Protestant University in Congo (UPC), the Higher Institute of Commerce (ISC) and the Higher Institute of Education (ISP). The National School of Administration (ENA) oversaw the organization of these tests, thus ensuring a rigorous and professional process.
An opening to other competitions
The launch of the competition at the IGT marks only the beginning of a series of competitions to come in other public administrations. This new approach, based on merit and equal opportunities, will make it possible to attract competent and motivated young talents who will contribute to the modernization and efficiency of the Congolese public administration.
Conclusion
The rejuvenation of public administration in the Democratic Republic of Congo is a crucial issue for the development and stability of the country. The launch of the recruitment competition at the General Labor Inspectorate marks an important step in this process.. It bears witness to the DRC’s desire to promote meritocracy and equal opportunities within its institutions. This paradigm shift opens the way to a more efficient, transparent public administration at the service of Congolese citizens. It is now up to the new talents who will emerge from this competition to demonstrate competence and commitment to contribute to the reconstruction and development of their country