Ad-Hoc Committee for nomination of the Public Service Commissioner concludes the process of interviewing candidates for the position of Public Service Commissioner – Free State.
14 August 2024, Bloemfontein
The Ad-Hoc Committee for nomination of the Public Service Commissioner, Free State Province, led by the Chairperson and Deputy Speaker of the Free State Legislature, Hon. Nolitha Ndungane, concluded the process of interviews for six (6) shortlisted candidates.
This process was initiated by the Ad-Hoc Committee towards the end of the 6th Provincial Legislature, and was halted due to the 2024 National and Provincial elections, held on the 29th of May 2024.
On the 8th of July 2024, the Legislature issued a notice to the Media and the public, to communicate the re-constitution of the Ad-Hoc Committee for the 7th Provincial Legislature as well as the re-instatement of the process, in line with the Standing Rules and Orders.
The Public Service Commission derives its mandate from Section 196(10) of the Constitution which requires the Premier to nominate and recommend to the President of the Republic of South Africa, a fit and proper person in accordance with prescripts as set out in terms of Section 196(8)(b) for appointment as the Public Service Commissioner – Free State Province.
The Chairperson highlighted that perspectives espoused by each candidate regarding need to strengthen the work of the Public Service Commission is a reflection of deep admiration the candidates have in serving the people of our province.
The Committee will now follow internal processes of the Legislature to table before the House, its recommendation in terms of which candidate is nominated for the position of Public Service Commissioner – Free State Province.
The Chairperson, Hon. Ndungane, expressed great appreciation to all candidates for showing interest in the position of Public Service Commissioner – the Free State.
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