“There are no cascading resignations at the CENI”, the Independent National Electoral Commission, responds to TOP CONGO FM, the chief of staff of the president of this institution supporting democracy.
“The reality is that there are colleagues who are having a very hard time with this situation (8 months without pay or bonuses). So, we received (the letters of) resignation from two colleagues. Instead of waiting for the competent authorities to take note of it, they are behaving inappropriately in the media,” admits Dieudonné Tshiyoyo.
He recalls that “the specialized staff within the firm are governed by the administrative and financial regulations which require them to behave in a certain manner. It is within this framework that disciplinary actions for serious misconduct were initiated against these colleagues for failure to comply with the obligations related to their duties.”
8 months unpaid
“During the operations, we were already in crisis. Since the beginning of this year, we have not been paid. We are demanding our rights, but the CENI is using anti-democratic methods. It is an institution that should be a model, but it is unable to properly manage the money placed at its disposal,” a CENI executive, who is demanding 8 months of salary and bonuses, denounced to TOP CONGO FM.
“The CENI is not an institution that generates financial resources. It depends entirely on the government’s allocation for its operation, the remuneration of its agents and all electoral or referendum operations as well as for investments,” explains the chief of staff of Dénis Kadima (photo)
Acknowledging that “it is an established fact that CENI agents and executives are several months behind in salary and bonus arrears”, Dieudonné Tshiyoyo indicates that “the problem is that the CENI’s 2023 budget has not been fully disbursed by the government. And the 2024 budget has not even been implemented one iota”, while these agents accuse the CENI president of having embezzled their money.
Furthermore, he reassures that “the management of the CENI is aware of this situation and is making every effort to resolve this problem. The majority of CENI agents and executives are aware of this situation. They accept it with great sacrifice and self-denial.”
/acturdc.com
2024-09-12 21:26:21
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No Cascading Resignations at CENI: Addressing the Crisis
The Independent National Electoral Commission (CENI) has responded to the rumors of mass resignations, stating that there are no cascading resignations within the institution. This assurance comes amidst a tumultuous period for the organization, with some employees receiving disciplinary actions for serious misconduct [[1]]. The chief of staff, Dieudonné Tshiyoyo, attributes the recent resignations to the difficulties faced by colleagues who have gone eight months without pay or bonuses.
The Reality of Unpaid Salaries and Bonuses
The crux of the matter lies in the financial struggles faced by CENI employees. With no salaries or bonuses paid since the beginning of the year, it is no surprise that executives are demanding their rights and speaking out against the institution’s management of finances [[2]]. The CENI, an institution that should be a model of democracy, is struggling to provide for its own employees. The lack of financial resources is a significant constraint, with the institution dependent on government allocations for its operations, remuneration of agents, and electoral or referendum operations [[3]].
Disciplinary Actions and Administrative Regulations
Dieudonné Tshiyoyo explains that the specialized staff within the institution are governed by administrative and financial regulations, which require them to behave in a certain manner. Disciplinary actions for serious misconduct, including failure to comply with duties, have been initiated against those who have not adhered to these regulations. In this context, the institution has taken measures to address the misconduct of certain colleagues, rather than allowing the situation to escalate into mass resignations.
A Call for Action
While the CENI acknowledges the difficulties faced by its employees, it is essential for the government to address the funding issues plaguing the institution. The 2023 budget has not been fully disbursed, and the 2024 budget has yet to be allocated, leaving employees in a precarious financial situation. It is crucial for the government to take immediate action to rectify this situation and ensure that CENI employees receive their rightful salaries and bonuses.
while there are no cascading resignations at CENI, the institution faces significant challenges in managing its finances and providing for its employees. It is essential for the government to take a proactive role in addressing these issues and supporting the CENI in its mission to promote democracy.
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What measures is CENI implementing to ensure that employees receive their long-overdue salaries and bonuses?
No Cascading Resignations at CENI: Addressing the Crisis
The Independent National Electoral Commission (CENI) has responded to rumors of mass resignations, stating that there are no cascading resignations within the institution. This assurance comes amidst a tumultuous period for the organization, with some employees receiving disciplinary actions for serious misconduct [[1]]. The chief of staff, Dieudonné Tshiyoyo, attributes the recent resignations to the difficulties faced by colleagues who have gone eight months without pay or bonuses.
The Reality of Unpaid Salaries and Bonuses
The crux of the matter lies in the financial struggles faced by CENI employees. With no salaries or bonuses paid since the beginning of the year, it is no surprise that executives are demanding their rights and speaking out against the institution’s management of finances [[2]]. The CENI, an institution that should be a model of democracy, is struggling to provide for its own employees. The lack of financial resources is a significant constraint, with the institution dependent on government allocations for its operations, remuneration of agents, and electoral or referendum operations [[3]].
Disciplinary Actions and Administrative Regulations
Dieudonné Tshiyoyo explains that the specialized staff within the institution are governed by administrative and financial regulations, which require them to behave in a certain manner. Disciplinary actions for serious misconduct, including failure to comply with duties, have been initiated against those who have not adhered to these regulations. In this context, the institution has taken measures to address the misconduct of certain colleagues, rather than allowing the situation to escalate into mass resignations.
A Call for Action
While the CENI acknowledges the difficulties faced by its employees, it is essential for the government to address the funding issues plaguing the institution. The 2023 budget has not been fully disbursed, and the 2024 budget has yet to be allocated, leaving employees in a precarious financial situation. It is crucial for the government to take immediate action to rectify this situation and ensure that CENI employees receive their rightful salaries and bonuses.
The situation at CENI is not unique to the institution. The Democratic Republic of Congo is facing a tumultuous electoral cycle, with tensions rising over the credibility of the next presidential election [[2]]. The