Ho Chi Minh City pilots remote work for civil servants

Ho Chi Minh City's Department of Home Affairs has submitted a proposal to the People's Committee to pilot a "smart administrative office" initiative, outlining a phased implementation from now until 2030.

A key feature of the proposed plan is the introduction of a hybrid work model. Civil servants in roles focused on strategic policy-making, research, and key task planning would be allowed to work remotely one to two days per week. Instead of mechanical attendance checks, agencies would manage personnel based on the quality of their work output, maintaining connectivity through online meetings.

If approved, Ho Chi Minh City aims to implement this flexible work arrangement for at least 30% of administrative and internal affairs positions between 2028 and 2029. The city also plans to establish mandatory digital competency standards for various job roles, prioritizing digital skills in recruitment and leadership appointments.

According to a representative from the Department of Home Affairs, this initiative is a component of a larger plan to build an effective and efficient public service for Ho Chi Minh City from 2024 to 2030. The plan encourages the use of information technology for remote work and online meetings. The city's expansion into a "super-city" with over 14 million residents presents significant administrative challenges, including increased workloads and travel time for officials in remote districts.

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