Reorganization at the MRDPW: Merging of Key Directorates

The Ministry of Regional Development and Public Works (MRDPW) is undertaking a major administrative reform. Draft changes to the Rules of Organization provide for the merging of two key directorates – "Legal" and "Public Procurement" – into a new structure called "Legal Activities".

The purpose of the change is to eliminate overlapping functions and improve coordination in conducting public procurement.

What are the specific changes?

  • Reduction of staff: Out of a total of 41 positions in the two directorates, the new structure will have 35, which means a reduction of 6 employees.
  • Efficiency: Faster document reconciliation and better control over administrative processes are expected.
  • Optimization: The number of directorates in the general administration is reduced from six to five.

The reform is part of the government's measures to limit personnel costs by 10% and reduce intermediate management levels in the state administration.