The Health Service Commission (HSC) has embarked on a crucial job evaluation
exercise in the health sector, signaling a positive step towards enhancing the efficiency
and effectiveness of the workforce in the industry. The Commission, in collaboration
with various stakeholders, has initiated discussions aimed at addressing the pertinent
issues surrounding job evaluation.
The Secretary for the Health Service Commission, Dr Christopher Pasi, underscored the
importance of the job evaluation in the health sector adding that several benefits will
accrue to health workers.
“Job evaluation ensures that jobs are valued objectively based on duties,
responsibilities, and qualifications.
“This has several benefits, including fair and equitable pay, improved employee morale,
and enhanced recruitment and retention”, said Dr Pasi
During the deliberations, the objectives of the exercise were underscored by the HSC
General Manager for Conditions of Service and Industrial Relations, Michael Sande. The
primary goal of the job evaluation exercise is to establish a fair and transparent system
for assessing and determining the value of different roles within the health sector. By
doing so, the HSC aims to create a more equitable and rewarding environment for
healthcare workers.
The job evaluation exercise is expected to be a thorough and methodical process,
taking into account various factors such as job responsibilities, qualifications, skills, and
experience. Through a systematic analysis, each role will be evaluated based on a set of
predetermined criteria, leading to the classification and grading of positions within the
health sector.
It is imperative that the job evaluation exercise be conducted with utmost
professionalism and diligence to ensure accuracy and fairness in the assessment of
roles. The HSC is committed to working closely with all stakeholders, including
healthcare providers, unions, and government agencies, to ensure a collaborative
approach to the job evaluation process.
As the job evaluation exercise progresses, it is vital for all parties involved to actively
participate and provide input to ensure that the outcomes accurately reflect the realities
of the healthcare sector. Ultimately, the job evaluation exercise has the potential to
bring about positive changes in the health sector by optimizing job roles, improving
employee morale, and enhancing overall productivity.
The steps in the process include, Stakeholder Sensitization, Job sampling,
Administration of role, Job analysis, Data collection, Appointment of job evaluation
committee, Training of Job Analysis Committee, Job description training and writing,
Validation of Job Descriptions, Training of Job Grading Teams, Job grading and Fine-
tuning of job grades – Application of the Paterson system, Handling of appeals and the
Audit Policy and Report writing.
The job evaluation exercise initiated by the Health Service Commission represents a
significant milestone in the quest for a more efficient and equitable healthcare
workforce. By engaging stakeholders, setting clear objectives, and following a
systematic evaluation process, the HSC is paving the way for a brighter future for
healthcare workers in the industry.