The Ministry of Territorial Administration and Decentralization in Guinea has initiated a recruitment process for territorial administrators, including prefects and governors. This move aims to promote competence, merit, and professionalism within the territorial administration, aligning with the development vision of the President of the Republic. The process was launched on November 5, 2026, by Minister Djenab Touré.
Minister Touré emphasized that prefects and governors play a strategic role in the functioning of the state, representing the head of state and coordinating public policies and government actions in their respective territories. She highlighted the need for highly qualified and professional individuals in these positions, capable of addressing various issues. The minister noted that there are approximately 30 ministerial departments, each with its own national policies that administrators must master.
The recruitment process involves over 700 candidates for prefect positions, with 92 candidates selected after dossier examination. Two candidates were preselected for the governor position. The selected candidates underwent written exams on national issues, government action coordination, and administrative management. The exams, lasting three hours, had common subjects for both governor and prefect candidates.
The written exams were followed by a correction process, with results expected to be published on November 6, 2026. Candidates who pass this stage will undergo an interview before being proposed to the President of the Republic. Minister Touré stressed that the nomination of prefects and governors is the exclusive discretion of the head of state, based on her proposals.
The minister expressed the government's desire to transition from a command-based administration to a development-oriented administration, focusing on participation and public action effectiveness. This shift aims to promote a governance model that encourages citizen involvement and efficient public service delivery. The internal competition was designed to give equal opportunities to civil servants with experience in territorial administration.
To ensure the credibility of the exams, candidates were required to surrender their mobile phones, preventing access to the internet or artificial intelligence. This measure allowed each participant to demonstrate their knowledge, skills, and professional experience. The ultimate goal, according to Minister Touré, is to provide the head of state with qualified administrators capable of supporting the implementation of the Simandou 2040 program.
The Simandou 2040 program aims to accelerate grassroots development and improve living conditions for the population. By selecting qualified territorial administrators, the government seeks to ensure effective governance and public service delivery. The recruitment process is a significant step towards achieving this goal, and the selected administrators will play a crucial role in implementing the President's vision for Guinea.
Key points
- The recruitment process for territorial administrators aims to promote competence and professionalism.
- The process involves written exams and interviews to assess candidates' knowledge and experience.
- The selected administrators will support the implementation of the Simandou 2040 program.
