SIERRA LEONE
Sierra Leone's oldest Constitutional Commission, established in 1948 to ensure merit-based recruitment and the highest ethical standards in public service
To provide leadership, supervision, oversight and guidance to the development and management of the human resources of the public service with a view to ensuring effective and efficient service delivery to the people of Sierra Leone.
To be outstanding, effective and efficient in the execution of our constitutional mandate of merit-based recruitment and retention of the best skills into the public service, and in the institution of the highest ethical and performance standards in the public service of Sierra Leone.
The Public Service Commission derives its mandate from Sections 151-154 and 159-164 of the 1991 Constitution of Sierra Leone.
The Public Service Commission is composed of dedicated professionals appointed according to constitutional provisions.
These values guide our decisions, actions, and interactions as we serve the people of Sierra Leone.
We maintain our independence and autonomy in decision-making, free from external influence or pressure.
We remain politically neutral and impartial in all our operations and decision-making processes.
We conduct our affairs with openness, clarity, and accessibility to ensure public trust and confidence.
We take responsibility for our actions and decisions, ensuring proper oversight and governance.
We uphold the highest standards of honesty, ethical conduct, and moral principles in all operations.
We are committed to being responsive to the needs of the public service and the people of Sierra Leone.
We ensure fair and equal treatment for all, promoting diversity and inclusion in the public service.
Over the years, we have made significant contributions to Sierra Leone's public service development.
A timeline of key milestones in the development of Sierra Leone's Public Service Commission.
The Public Service Commission was established by publication in the Sierra Leone Royal Gazette No. 4112 of 16th September, 1948.
The PSC gained Executive status following Sierra Leone's independence in April 1961, transitioning from advisory to executive functions.
The PSC was formally recognized as one of four Constitutional Commissions in the 1991 Constitution of Sierra Leone.
The PSC delegated appointment functions for Grade 1-5 positions to the Human Resource Management Office (HRMO).
The PSC continues to provide leadership, supervision, and oversight in public service human resource management.
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