The Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR), addressing “misguided remarks” regarding the Task Force assigned to reorganise and restructure the Forestry Commission, has issued a statement reiterating Cabinet’s direction of the process.
Referring to letters and commentaries that have been made regarding the Task Force, the ministry noted that it expects its address of the “misguided remarks about the Task Force having an ulterior and devious political purpose” will clear up any uncertainties, as persons await the release of the preliminary report and work schedule.
A work schedule with timelines and a preliminary report are expected to be submitted to Minister Raphael Trotman, no later than July, 2019.
The release noted that in light of the national objective of moving towards a green economy and realigning critical State agencies to that path, Cabinet approved a proposal for the restructuring of the Guyana Forestry Commission, as a result of which, a Task Force was set up to address the Commission’s reorganising and restructuring.
Included in the mandate of the Task Force is the examination and evaluation of current job descriptions and performance standards, personnel procedures, conditions of employment and appointment, wages and salary structures and payroll administration; and improving the efficient performance and effective management of the commission by identifying training and development opportunities for staff.
The Task Force will include the technical and administrative talent and personnel of the MNR, the Board, and the Commission, who will examine the structure and functioning of the GFC to make recommendations to Minister Trotman, who in turn, is mandated to present a report to Cabinet, the release stated.
