Africa-Press – Eswatini. In a recent Portfolio Committee Session, chaired by MP Sicelo Khungankosi Dlamini, the Ministry of Tinkhundla Administration and Development revealed that there are currently 70 vacant posts that need to be filled and that they have already been declared to the Ministry of Public Service.
Minister Sikhumbuzo Dlamini informed the committee that while progress has been made in filling some of these positions,
there are concerns about the pace at which recruitment is moving.According to Minister Dlamini, the Ministry has successfully recruited and deployed 5 Tinkhundla secretaries to help address the staffing gaps.
However, he acknowledged that the overall recruitment process has not been as swift as desired, leading to a significant number of vacancies remaining.
The disclosure of the ongoing challenges in filling these crucial positions within the Ministry has raised concerns among both committee members and the public at large.
The efficient functioning of the Tinkhundla Administration is vital for the effective delivery of services to the people, making the timely recruitment of qualified personnel a top priority.
MP Sicelo Khungankosi Dlamini expressed his concerns during the committee meeting, emphasizing the importance of expediting the recruitment process to ensure that the Ministry can fully meet its operational needs.
Minister of Tinkhundla Admistration and Development, Sikhumbuzo Dlamini
He urged Minister Dlamini and his team to take proactive measures to address the delays and streamline the hiring procedures.
In response, Minister Sikhumbuzo Dlamini assured the committee that efforts are being made to accelerate the recruitment process and fill the remaining vacancies promptly.
He highlighted the significance of having a full complement of staff in place to enhance the Ministry’s capacity to serve the community effectively.
The Minister also emphasized the importance of ensuring that the recruitment process is conducted in a transparent and merit-based manner, with a focus on selecting ideal candidates to fill the vacant roles.
He pledged to work closely with the Ministry of Public Service to expedite the approval of appointments and finalize the recruitment of personnel without further delays.
It should be noted that the effective functioning of the Tinkhundla Administration is crucial for promoting good governance, enhancing service delivery, and fostering development at the grassroots level.
In conclusion, it is worth mentioning that while challenges remain in filling the 70 vacant posts within the Ministry of Tinkhundla Administration and Development,
there is a collective determination to overcome these hurdles and ensure that the necessary personnel are recruited without further delay.
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