Immigration Recruits Briefed On Duties
By Achong Tanjong

Bandar Seri Begawan – Newly recruited immigration officers have been urged to be committed to their tasks and responsibilities to enhance efficiency and professionalism, said Director-General of Public Service, Awg Sa Bali Abas.

He talked to 13 newly recruited immigration officers on a study visit to the Public Service Department as part of the induction course.

He reminded the officers not to abuse the immigration stamp, which is the most important weapon of an immigration officer. "The Police and Army have pistols and guns but as immigration officers you have a stamp," he said.

"Even though you are only holding a stamp, if you abuse the stamp due to carelessness, for example by stamping the passport of a blacklisted person's entry, it might cause problems to the country," he said.

He told them not to be neglectful in implementing your tasks and responsibilities because your mistake would cause a loss to other parties concerned.

Awg Sa Bali Abas, former Director of Immigration and National Registration, said the department is in the business dealing with the public on immigration- related matters.

He said the Public Service Department was established to give services to the public. He advised the officers not to be selective (Pilih Bulu) but to treat everyone equally. He added that the best service is not only given quick and faster, but the policy of the department also observes the creativity of the services.

He told them to show discipline, courtesy when executing their duties and keep the good image and capability of the department, and public service as a whole.

"There are more than 40,000 government officers and staff including all of you," he said, adding that they should appreciate their positions because nowadays it is not easy to find a job.

The induction course was organised by the department, which aims to increase their knowledge and experience. The participants also heard a briefing on the functions and roles of the Public Services Departmeht presented by Awg Haji Abdul Hamid, Acting Senior Administrative Officer, as Head of the Quality Development and Management Unit.

Exposure to the core business of the Public Service Department as one of the core agencies dealing with human resource of the whole civil service is most relevant to these newly-recruited officers.

This is because the Public Service Department is the authority on service regulations and is also the agency controlling the benefits and facilities offered to government servants such as housing and pensions. Through such briefings, government servants are able to share information and exchange ideas within a learning organisation environment that is constructive and enriching.

Yesterday's visit was part of the Public Service Department's effort to disseminate information about its key roles and functions as a central agency, which controls service regulations, facilities and benefits of civil servants.

The interest showed by government agencies to include the Public Service Department as one of their agendas in an induction programmereflects- the department's continued relevance as a core reference and expert in administrative affairs and public management in government.

The delegation was led by Immigration officer, Pg Matusin from the Research, Development and Computer Section. -- Courtesy of Borneo Bulletin

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