A significant event took place at the Lagos State Secretariat of the NYSC, where a one-day Sensitization training on Human Resource Management was held.
The event, hosted at the multipurpose hall in the State Secretariat in Surulere, aimed to provide crucial insights into human resource practices and career development for all staff members of the Scheme. The lecture was expertly delivered by the Facilitator, Mrs. Qunle-Ajayi Jummai, who serves in the NYSC NDHQ Human Resource Management Department.
Mrs. Qunle-Ajayi Jummai shed light on recent modifications in human resource practices and their potential impact on the careers of the attendees. A substantial portion of the lecture was dedicated to the topic of study leave. Qunle Ajayi Jummai outlined the requirements for the swift approval of study leave by the NDHQ. Noting that the importance of obtaining approval before embarking on further studies, underscoring the need to sign the necessary bond when required. She cautioned against initiating study leave without the Director General’s approval, as this contravenes the Public Service Rules, and any certificates obtained from such an endeavor would not be recognized by NYSC Management.
The issue of staff conversion was also addressed. The facilitator emphasized that officers seeking conversion must not only possess the approved qualifications but also have been confirmed in their roles. These documents, along with relevant work experience, offer a competitive advantage when making requests to the management. Career progression, especially concerning promotions.
She gave details on the requisite number of years between promotions and the qualifications necessary for the next level, with a particular emphasis on junior and senior officers. The various cadres within the NYSC were also discussed, highlighting potential career progression possibilities. Discipline within the organization was also addressed with precision.
Mrs. Qunle Ajayi Jummai advised that sanctions should align with the relevant sections of the Public Service Rules (PSR), and errant officers should be issued queries, citing the specific PSR sections violated, with a corresponding expectation for officers to respond accordingly. Jummai emphasized that while academic qualifications serve as the basic requirements for employment in the Federal Civil Service, they cannot be equated with professional qualifications. However, certain professional qualifications are required to advance beyond specific salary grade levels. The event included an engaging question and answer session, allowing participants to seek clarifications on various aspects of the training. In attendance were Assistant Directors, Heads of Branches, Unit and staff within and from the field offices.
