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Public Service Day 2014 AN OVERVIEW OF ACTIVITIES Honorable Minister for the Public Service, Hon.

Alvin Bernard, Secretary to the Cabinet and Head of the Public Service, Mr. Steve Ferrol, Chief Personnel Officer , Ms. Irma Edwards, other Government Ministers, Permanent Secretaries, Heads of Divisions and Units, Staff of the EPTD, Public Officers and other invited guest, Good Morning.
It is my distinct pleasure to present an overview of events and activities in commemoration of Public Service Day 2014 under the theme – ‘An Efficient Public Service: A Sustainable Future’.

This theme which was borne in the mind of one of our public officers is indeed, fitting, because as an organization we should make every effort to realize efficiency gains through the effective use our resources.
The Public Service is the driving force behind national development thus, it is incumbent upon all stakeholders to maximize the use of time, effort and other resources towards the production of goods and services necessary for national prosperity.

Toward this end, we forge foundations and pathways for sustainable growth and development for generations to come.
The Establishment, Personnel and Training Department in collaboration with Ministries and Departments, has since 1999 spearheaded activities promoting Public Service Day celebrations with a major objective being the recognition and rewarding of excellence in service delivery and in the performance of duties.

It also focuses on encouraging socialization among current officers and recognizing the tremendous contributions of retired officers to nation building.
1 | P a g e Public Service Day 2014 One of the philosophies underpinning any reward strategy is that people should be rewarded for the value they create.

As is customary, public officers at various levels in the Public Service will be rewarded for excellent performances at the staging of the Rewards and Recognition Ceremony in December.

However, the success of this event depends heavily not only on the timeliness but also on the quality of submissions by Ministries and Departments.
To this end, we encourage respective managers and supervisors to be vigilant and make fair assessments in the selection of officers nominated for awards.

We have targeted the end of August as the deadline for the receipt of all nominations with respect to officers for awards.
As customary, awards will be given in the following categories: • Jerry Augustine Award to an outstanding messenger • Junior Officer’s Award • Middle Manager’s Award • Senior Officer’s Award • Senior Manager’s Award • Team Award • The Minister for the Public Service Award for excellence in attendance both at the individual level and at the Ministry’s/Department/Division or Unit level • The Chief Personnel Officer’s Award to an outstanding Head of Division or Unit • The Prime Minister’s Award to the Public Officer of the Year.
This year, a new category has been added to the list of those to be awarded; namely, the temporary officer of the Year award, going to an officer who is not on the permanent establishment, but has worked continuously in the Public Service for at least two years and have excelled in execution of duties and delivery of services.

2 | P a g e Public Service Day 2014 Public Service Day is also about educating officers on topics of interest.
Beginning in July a series of talks and showcase of activities have been planned.

Topics ranging from • retirement benefits for public officers; • climate change; • occupational health and safety • being prepared for disasters and • insights on wills and testimonies are among a few.

At some of the sessions we also hope to equip participants in certain life skills regarding • backyard gardening and composting • fish preparation and preservation, • home safety tips …..and others.
An invitation goes out to all public officers to attend these events.

This year we hope to reach out to schools by way of donation of books and other items, to needy organizations and also to a current or retired public officer who may be in need of assistance.

Therefore, a monthly dollar day drive began in March, through this initiative Units have been encouraged to make monetary contributions at least on a monthly basis.
Effective July collections boxes will be placed at strategic location for collection of books.

Again, public officers are asked to lend their support to this noble activity as we extend a hand to those in need.

Give with a kind heart and your returns will be bountiful.

A workplace will ultimately flourish where harmonious relationships and team effort thrive amongst colleagues.

In this regard, a number of social activities have been planned in observance of Public Service Day.
3 | P a g e Public Service Day 2014 In keeping with the Ministry of Health thrust in combating chronic non-communicable diseases, two health walks on segments of the Waitukubuli National Trail are planned, the first of which took place earlier this month on June 14.

Over 60 officers, relatives and friends took part in this activity and this was a morning well spent.

We look forward to the next such activity in September and greater participation of public officers in this event.
On the agenda this year is a Public Service Sports Day scheduled for August 29th at the National Stadium.

Competitions in fun games such as pass the balloon, pass the plantain and three-legged race; old times’ sake games including marble hole, I-Declare and Jacks; and other games in dominoes, trumps, rounders and cricket will be rolled out in the day’s activities.

We encourage massive participation in this event as we showcase our talent in the field of sports.
An overall winner will be declared at the end of the activity and will be recognized at the Rewards and Recognition Ceremony in December.

We implore all Ministries to begin putting their teams together for the event.

Do you recall the night of laughter, relaxation and inspiration in 2012?

YES the energetic and spirit-filled display of the Hilltop Singers, the calming, beautiful blend of voices of the Public Service Choir, and the hilarious display of ‘Patsy Kline’.
Our celebrations for 2014 cannot be complete without the Public Service Talent Night……Talent at its best this is scheduled for November.

In all things and in all circumstances, we are to give the Heavenly Father thanks and praise.

It is with this in mind that a Church Service has been planned for Monday, December 1, 2014 at 8:30 a.m. at the New Day Fellowship and Deliverance Church in Portersville to afford public officers the opportunity to worship as comrades.

Be filled, be blessed, be there!


4 | P a g e Public Service Day 2014 The curtain will roll down with the hallmark event on Friday December 5th 2014.

Then we will observe Public Service Day 2014 with the Awards and recognition ceremony in the evening.
Spearheading these activities is the Public Service Central Planning Committee and various sub committees namely: • The Public Relations Committee • The Talent and Church Committee • The Outreach Committee • The Hiking and Sports Committee Public Service Day is here once again.
We at the Establishment, Personnel and Training Department implore the wide participation of public officers in all activities so that we create lasting impressions on our minds as we chart the way forward for improving on efficiencies for a sustainable future.

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