Islamabad: In move aimed at decentralising power and promoting efficiency, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif abolished his authority to hire professional search firms, instead delegating this power to ministers, advisors and ministers of state.

According to sources, this move will enable ministries and divisions to independently hire headhunting firms to appoint experts and professionals, subject to approval of concerned minister, advisor, or minister of state. Previously, approval of Prime Minister was required for such hires, which often led to delays and bottlenecks.

Establishment Division will now maintain common pool of headhunting firms, ensuring competitive and transparent process for hiring professionals.This decision, approved by Cabinet through circulation, demonstrates government’s commitment to empowering ministers and streamlining decision-making processes.

Published in The Daily National Courier, May, 01 2024

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