DPM AND DOCTORS SIGN MOA

THE Department of Personnel Management  and the National Doctors Association have signed the long awaited memorandum of understanding (MoA) that aims provide clear provisions for terms and conditions of employment for doctors.

The last MoA for doctors was signed nine (9) years ago (2014-2016).

In her speech, DPM Secretary Taies Sansan said that the health sector is one of te most vital pillars in the country.

“At the centre of this system stand our doctors, who expertise and dedication and service to our people remain invaluable.

“Their contributions are not only in healing the sick, but also in strengthening communities, responding to emergencies, and safeguarding the future of the public health system.

She added that signing today is a symbol of partnership, mutual respect, and recognition.

And demonstrates that dialogue and cooperation can bring forth outcomes that benefit not only the medical profession but also the people of the county.

Sansan added that the MoA key highlights include:

· An increase of 5% to the DMA compound over three years;

· Consolidated clinical overtime and on-call allowances; and,

· Telephone installations, rental and mobile credits.

Secretary Sansan commended the National Doctors Association for continually following the normal industrial relations processes and establishing common understanding in the negotiation process for possible solutions.

Secretary Sansan said on behalf of the Marape-Rosso government who is supportive of this MoA signing, “I extend my gratitude to the doctors for your patience, professionalism,  and unwavering dedication and commitment to health services to our people in urban and rural centres in PNG.