Kota Kinabalu: Special Officer to Sabah Minister of Rural Development, Johan Jahid, said implementing a rotation system will help curb the emergence of “Little Napoleons” in government service.
“While it’s undeniable that rotation systems have been implemented in some ministries, such improvements must be made comprehensively and urgently.
“Instances of misconduct and integrity issues among civil servants often occur when individuals remain in the same position for too long, growing overly comfortable with their environment.
“The existence of Little Napoleons is not new, as this issue has long been a major challenge not just at the state government level but also in the federal government.
Johan observed the strong commitment of Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor to improving the state’s administrative systems and advancing Sabah’s development.
The effort requires the support of all stakeholders.
“No matter how well the Chief Minister plans, inefficiencies will persist if Little Napoleons continue to exist within the government administration.
“These Little Napoleons arise when individuals within agencies develop a sense of superiority over others due to their prolonged tenure in the same agency.
“Without a rotation system, these individuals can obstruct the implementation of government policies, rendering well-planned initiatives ineffective,” Johan added.
He further explained that a rotation system, which involves internal job rotations between departments or ministries, would enable civil servants to learn new skills and gain a clearer understanding of how government policies are implemented across all levels.
“A rotation system also provides opportunities for newer staff to grow without being hindered by those who have served too long and developed a superior attitude within their respective agencies or ministries,” he said.
