** Transformation of the National Institute for Professional Training: a new breath under Godefroy Stanislas Tshimanga wa Murtubo **
In the tumultuous landscape of vocational training, the National Institute for Vocational Training (INPP) in the Democratic Republic of Congo is displayed as an essential and strategic player. Two years after his appointment at his head, Godefroy Stanislas Tshimanta Wa Murtubo stands out for a series of reforms that seem to redefine not only the role of the institution, but also its impact on skills development and local expertise.
### Leadership assumed in a complex context
When Stanislas Tshimanga took up his duties in 2022, he inherited an institution plagued by chronic stagnation, marked by poor governance practices and resource management often decried. This reality is partly explained by a broader trend in the public sector, often influenced by political considerations rather than by skills criteria. Thus, the change of course operated by Mr. Tshimanga could be perceived as a real Copernican revolution in a universe where bureaucracy often prevailed over efficiency.
By restoring the legitimacy of governance and by advocating an approach focused on the result and not on partisan interests, he laid the milestones of a new inpp. A major asset in a context where professional training is often seen as a simple political pressure tool rather than a lever for development. However, the challenge remains immense, because each reform, however promising it may be, requires means, a clear strategy and a sustainable political will.
### Reforms in detail: a visible impact?
Tshimanga has identified essential priorities which, according to him, could transform the landscape of vocational training. Among these, the structural alignment of assignments to jurisdiction criteria is a fundamental point. By abolishing the practice of political appointments in favor of undeniable merit, he opens the way to a more efficient institution.
In addition, its field conditions in the field of working conditions mark a turning point. According to recent studies, an improvement in working conditions in the public sector can increase productivity by 20 to 30 %. By modernizing infrastructure, by making the equipment more efficient and promoting the internationalization of practices, the INPP thus puts its trainees under conditions favorable to the development of practical and applicable skills.
### Digitalization: a crucial issue for the future
In terms of digitalization, Tshimanga also seems aware of contemporary issues. Digital transformation is essential today for any institution wishing to modernize and remain relevant. This is a recent study by the World Bank which reveals that digital public institutions generally succeed in increasing the satisfaction rate of users by 40 % on average. By integrating digitalization processes, INPP could not only improve its internal efficiency, but also facilitate access to training for more trainees.
### Challenges and perspectives
Despite these advances, it would be unlikely to attribute to these reforms only an absolute merit. The real success of an institutional transformation depends on a multitude of factors, including the support of all the actors concerned, who also have to evolve in their own way.
The reluctance in the face of these changes do not only come from the internal. The growing competition of private and external training, often perceived as more flexible and adapted to market expectations, represents a real challenge. The INPP must therefore reposition itself as an essential reference in the field of vocational training, reconcile tradition and modernity while remaining in line with international standards.
### Conclusion
The reforms operated under the direction of Godefroy Stanislas Tshimanta Wa Murtuabo at the INPP present a promising turning point for the institution. By reaffirming its primary vocation, the INPP could become a model of success for other public institutions. However, success will depend not only on the effective implementation of these measures, but also on the ability to navigate a complex and often hostile environment. The road is long, but the traced path seems to be of hope for the future of vocational training in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The INPP could benefit from a central position in the development of national expertise, provided they listen to the realities of the field and changing market needs.