Media statement on the unprocedural appointment of personnel in the National Library of South Africa (NLSA)
The NLSA informed the Minister that the previous CEO authorised the hiring of an employee unprocedurally. This relates to a matter involving a naturalised South African who was employed through a head-hunting process without the position having being advertised first.
The employee in question does not fall under a category of scarce skills. This violation of internal HR policy on Recruitment and Hiring is viewed in a very serious light by the Minister.
"The current management and the board cannot extricate themselves from this malpractice", said Minister Nathi Mthethwa.
As a result, the Minister has written to the Board Chairperson to find out how this malpractice happened under their watch,with no consequence. A report back is expected within 14 days from the day of receipt.
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