On Tuesday, 25 August 2023, the esteemed Vice President, Dr. Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh, took the podium to deliver an address that resonated with Cabinet Ministers, Deputy Ministers, Permanent Secretaries, and Heads of Departments.
The occasion was the conclusion of the Orientation Workshop on Public Service Systems.
In a speech laden with profound insights, Vice President Jalloh shared crucial leadership guidance designed to propel the nation towards the realization of the ambitious “BIG FIVE GAME CHANGERS” outlined in the SLPP People’s Manifesto for 2023.
His first point revolved around unity and collaboration, emphasizing that no entity, regardless of its stature, exists in isolation. Dr. Jalloh underscored the necessity for seamless cooperation among Ministers, fostering robust relationships that pave the way for collective triumph. He urged Heads of Departments to work in tandem with their respective Ministers, further bolstering interdepartmental synergy.
Secondly, the Vice President stressed the paramount importance of social intelligence as a cornerstone of effective leadership. Recognizing the intricate tapestry of human interactions, he underscored the need for Ministers to adeptly manage, respect, and inspire their teams to attain optimal outcomes. It was advised that Ministers should attain mastery not only over their Ministries but also over understanding and serving their constituents.
In the final segment of his address, Vice President Jalloh positioned the Civil Service as a pivotal vehicle for national progress. He laid emphasis on its role as a mechanism for delivering the transformational agenda encapsulated in “His Excellency Julius Maada Bio’s BIG FIVE.” Underlining its status as a top-priority endeavor, he called upon the Civil Service to rise to the occasion and ensure the tangible realization of these transformative goals.
With his sagacious counsel, Vice President Dr. Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh left an indelible imprint on the minds of the country’s top decision-makers, further reinforcing the commitment to steer the nation towards a prosperous future in line with the manifesto’s monumental aspirations.
