Vietnam considers incentives to attract talent to public sector
Amid concerns over uneven workforce quality, transparent and practical incentives are needed to attract skilled workers to the public sector and retain them.
THE HANOI TIMES — Deputy Prime Minister Ho Duc Phoc has proposed offering IT staff at all levels a salary 200% higher than the base salary to retain them in the public sector.
Deputy Prime Minister Ho Duc Phoc. Photo: quochoi.vn
This proposal presented at this week’s National Assembly Standing Committee session outlines new policies on recruitment, pay, housing, and career advancement to improve the hiring and retention of public sector employees.
Deputies reported that, while Vietnam’s workforce largely meets development objectives, its quality is inconsistent. Many university graduates lack essential skills, adaptability, and professionalism.
Labor quality is improving too slowly to meet market demands.
The deputies proposed a national human resource strategy through 2030 with a vision for 2050 that includes greater investment in higher education and vocational training, targeted training in priority sectors, and partnerships with leading global institutions.
Deputy PM Phoc also highlighted the shortage of skilled IT staff in the local government.
He suggested establishing a talent fund supported by private businesses with transparent management and evaluation processes to ensure its effective use.
