The Lagos State Government has unveiled a comprehensive reform programme aimed at revolutionizing the training and development of civil servants.
This initiative aligns with the Federal Government’s efforts to equip the nation’s workforce with the skills required to drive the economy of the future.
According to Toyin Anjous-Ademuyiwa, Director-General of the Office of Transformation, Creativity and Innovation, the programme seeks to create a new work culture that prioritizes efficiency and effectiveness.
Anjous-Ademuyiwa emphasized the importance of job description and target setting in ensuring optimal performance within government organizations, according to TheNation.
The programme, which was attended by human resource leaders and heads of departments from various government agencies, featured expert facilitators from the state public service.
Topics covered included best practices in job description templates, key performance indicators, and target setting.
The reform programme aims to provide a holistic approach to civil servant training and career development, establish a regular capacity building plan for all departments, set benchmarks to monitor civil servants’ development, and emphasize technology-based learning.
By implementing these reforms, the Lagos State Government seeks to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of its public service, promoting accountability and continuous improvement.
The programme is expected to have a positive impact on the state’s public service, enabling government agencies to deliver quality services to the public. With its focus on skills development and capacity building, the reform programme aligns with the government’s commitment to creating a future-ready workforce.
In her words “SMART means Specific target provides clear direction, while measurable target allows for objective evaluation. Achievable target ensures that they are within the reach and motivate employees to strive for excellence, Relevant target are aligned with the organisation’s mission and strategic priorities. Lastly time-bound targets set deadline and create a sense of urgency”.
She, however, emphasised that clear and well-defined job description provide employees with a sense of purpose and direction, while target setting enable organisations to measure their performance and deliver quality public service.
“It is through these practices that government agencies can effectively serve the public, promote accountability and foster a culture of continuous improvement” she concluded.
