President Mahama’s administration has mandated all government institutions to submit payroll data for staff added since December 7, 2024. This directive aims to enhance transparency and accountability in payroll management. Institutions are required to provide details including full names, job titles, employee identification numbers, appointment dates, and payroll addition dates.
The deadline for submission is set for January 31, 2025. This initiative follows a recent Corruption Risk Assessment report that highlighted vulnerabilities in payroll systems, advocating for decentralization to mitigate corruption risks.
The Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, in a formal communication addressed to all heads of government institutions, emphasized the importance of accurate payroll management as part of broader efforts to maintain fiscal responsibility and combat corruption within government operations. The directive comes in the wake of increasing scrutiny over public sector expenditures and the need for robust mechanisms to ensure that taxpayer money is utilized effectively.
Details Required
To facilitate this process, institutions are requested to submit specific information for each new staff member added to their payrolls during the specified period. The required details include:
Full Name:
Designation/Job Title:
Employee Identification Number:
Date of Appointment:
Date Added to Payroll:
This comprehensive data collection is seen as a critical step towards fostering a culture of accountability within government institutions. By tracking new hires and ensuring that all payroll entries are legitimate and properly documented, the administration aims to mitigate risks associated with payroll fraud and mismanagement.
This initiative not only seeks to streamline payroll processes but also represents a critical step toward fostering a culture of accountability that benefits both public servants and citizens alike.
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