la commission centrale du ministère de la Santé reçoit les propositions des syndicats
Summary of the Health Sector Review by Algeria’s Ministry of Health
The Ministry of Health in Algeria, under the leadership of Minister Abdelhak Saihi, has convened a central commission to address the various dysfunctions and shortcomings identified within the specific statutes and compensation regimes for health professionals. This initiative follows a series of discussions with social partners, where representatives from various health-related unions have presented their proposals and feedback.
The Ministry’s announcement highlighted a commitment to dialogue and consensus, ensuring that all observations were thoroughly reviewed with input from experts from the General Directorate of Public Service. This collaborative effort aims to address concerns and implement necessary changes to improve the social and professional circumstances of health sector workers.
Key Areas of Focus
The review encompassed several vital areas:
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Professional Career Development:
- The discussions emphasized the need to facilitate promotions within the function hierarchy, taking into account different professional groups.
- It aims to adjust the pace of promotions based on the nature of job responsibilities and the requisite specialized training.
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Review of Senior Positions:
- There has been a proposal to reassess the requests regarding senior positions for certain groups, focusing on nomination conditions, the classification of roles, and the number of available positions. Additionally, these reevaluations will include a review of related remuneration.
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Compensation Structures:
- The commission will explore the possibility of formalizing certain bonuses and allowances, particularly those linked to new activities or positions created within the sector.
- Professional Security:
- Recommendations for organizational and legal measures are on the agenda to ensure the professional, psychological, and moral protection of staff against various forms of aggression and harassment.
- Creating a safe and motivating work environment within healthcare facilities and administrative structures is a priority.
Commitment to Ongoing Dialogue
Minister Saihi has expressed the importance of continued efforts to achieve satisfactory solutions while maintaining open lines of communication. All proposed changes will be forwarded to relevant departments for evaluation and approval. The aim is to finalize these initiatives by the end of June, with formal submissions to authorized bodies for review.
Moreover, the Minister emphasized the critical opportunity to establish specific statutes that genuinely reflect the significant sacrifices made by health professionals and commended their unwavering commitment to the health and welfare of the public.
These concerted efforts by the Ministry are designed not only to address current grievances but also to lay a foundation for a more robust, equitable framework for the healthcare workforce in Algeria.
