After restructuring the apparatus: Stabilizing the ideology of cadres and civil servants

In the first days of officially operating the 2-level local government model, the staff and civil servants in many localities, including Ho Chi Minh City, had to get used to many changes and work pressure. Stabilizing ideology and strengthening spirit are the first tasks to ensure the apparatus is not interrupted, the political system operates smoothly, and operates effectively and efficiently.

Pressure from new job, new tasks

Looking at the people sitting in the waiting area at the Ben Thanh Ward Public Administration Service Center, thinking about the administrative procedures that Ho Chi Minh City has just issued, which are more than 300 pages thick, an honest civil servant shared: "It's a lot of pressure!". There are many tasks, and we have to constantly update new documents and policies from the central government and Ho Chi Minh City, while many people are still confused about their new positions and areas of responsibility.

Secretary of the Ben Thanh Ward Party Committee Hoang Thi To Nga acknowledged that in the first days after the reorganization, the mentality of cadres and civil servants had certain uncertainties, mostly stemming from the fragmented physical facilities and changes in administrative operations. To resolve the issue, the Ward Party Committee proactively organized visits and encouragement, and at the same time assigned tasks to department heads to promptly grasp the thoughts of the team, helping the Party Committee to respond quickly and with the right people for the right job.

Comrade Vu Anh Tuan, Secretary of the Party Committee of Hiep Binh Ward (HCMC), closely monitors the activities of officials and civil servants of the Public Administration Service Center. Photo: CAM TUYET

In Hiep Binh ward, some shortcomings arising from practice were also clearly reflected. Secretary of the Party Committee of Hiep Binh ward Vu Anh Tuan said that, through understanding, some people were concerned because the assigned positions from their superiors were not suitable to their previous strengths. From there, the local Party Committee decided to review and adjust personnel accordingly, ensuring that cadres had the conditions to promote their strengths and feel secure in their commitment.

Not only pressure from work, a number of non-professional cadres are also worried about the time of retirement according to regulations after May 31, 2026. This mentality, if not promptly grasped, will affect the quality of service to the people. From the reality of Go Vap ward, Secretary of the Ward Party Committee Nguyen Tri Dung said that the key factor for the team of cadres and civil servants to feel secure in their work is solidarity and unity in direction and management; clarity in assignment and decentralization. Along with that, showing the concern, recognition, and timely removal of difficulties of the Party Committee and government for cadres and civil servants. When each individual clearly sees that their role and position are respected and promoted, they will feel secure, continue to contribute, and complete well the assigned tasks in the new situation.

Ideological consolidation is a constant requirement.

To ensure smooth and effective operation of the two-level administrative unit, the Politburo and the Secretariat issued Conclusion 176-KL/TW, directing the implementation of a number of key contents and tasks in the operation of grassroots party organizations in the coming time; Conclusion 177-KL/TW on continuing to build the organization and operation of the two-level administrative unit to ensure smooth and effective operation. In particular, an important requirement emphasized is to provide political and ideological education to the team of cadres and civil servants and promptly handle issues arising in the process of organizing and operating the new apparatus.

Ho Chi Minh City has materialized that requirement through many practical activities. Deputy Director of the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Home Affairs Nguyen Thi Hong Tham said that the city has organized working groups led by Ho Chi Minh City leaders to directly survey and listen at the grassroots level. Typical examples are the recent working session of Chairman of the Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee Nguyen Van Duoc in Phu An ward and communes and wards of Binh Duong province (old); or the monitoring activities of Head of the Ho Chi Minh City National Assembly Delegation Nguyen Van Loi in some newly arranged wards.

Civil servants of the Public Administration Service Center of Binh Thoi Ward (HCMC) process documents for people. Photo: VIET DUNG

During the survey and working session, the leaders of Ho Chi Minh City thoroughly grasped the requirements to grasp the thoughts of civil servants and promptly resolve their recommendations so that the team can work with peace of mind. From this direction, Party committees and authorities at all levels have prepared many solutions to promptly receive feedback, handle recommendations and reassure the grassroots team. It is noted that in some localities, this spirit has spread into concrete actions. For example, on July 7, Hiep Binh Ward rewarded 1 collective and 59 individuals who directly participated in the work of reorganizing administrative units. This is a way to motivate, create a spiritual support and encourage the spirit of efforts to overcome difficulties. Ben Thanh Ward is also focusing on renovating and refurbishing its headquarters to create the best space for cadres and civil servants to work.

In Go Vap Ward, the Ward Party Committee promptly organized dialogues, issued working regulations, and clearly assigned tasks, helping cadres feel secure in approaching new jobs. Timely attention and recognition from ward leaders is considered a "key" factor for cadres to feel secure in their dedication.

Stabilizing the ideology of cadres and civil servants during the administrative reorganization period is not only a situational requirement, but also a sustainable foundation for the process of building an effective, efficient and effective operating apparatus. Meanwhile, retaining cadres, especially good cadres, is not only about the regime, but more importantly, maintaining trust and peace of mind. Therefore, each Party organization and grassroots government needs to further promote the exemplary role of the leader, be transparent in organizing, assign tasks clearly, and evaluate fairly; proactively detect capable people for appropriate placement, timely encouragement, and timely protection of those who dare to think and dare to do.

* Ms. PHAM THI THANH HIEN, Director of Ho Chi Minh City Department of Home Affairs

(speech at the meeting on the socio -economic situation and results in the first 6 months of the year and tasks and solutions for the last 6 months of 2025):

Arrange work that suits your strengths and is convenient for commuting

Through understanding the reality as well as recording the thoughts and feelings of cadres and civil servants, after the merger of 3 provinces and cities, the area of ​​Ho Chi Minh City is large, the travel distance is too far, and the working headquarters in some places are not yet guaranteed. These things create certain difficulties for the team of cadres and civil servants to arrange their family circumstances to go to the new workplace. The Department will advise the Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee to grasp the thoughts and aspirations of cadres, civil servants and public employees. Especially cadres and civil servants with difficult family circumstances when moving and traveling between localities, arranging to resolve each specific case according to the wishes, in accordance with the work strengths of cadres and civil servants, functions, tasks, and working conditions of the unit.

* Ms. Nguyen NGOC BAO QUYEN, Head of Party Building Committee, Hoa Hung Ward Party Committee, Ho Chi Minh City:

Proactively grasp public opinion

The Party Committee and the People's Committee of the ward always proactively grasp the social situation, thoughts and feelings of cadres, civil servants, public employees, workers and non-professional forces. Up to now, the ideology of the cadres and party members has basically stabilized, they are assured in their work, and have been assigned jobs, positions and a reasonable working environment.

The Party Building Committee is also advising on the improvement of organizations such as the social opinion group, the propaganda group, and steering committees such as the Steering Committee for the Implementation of Democratic Regulations, Steering Committee 35, etc. to continue to grasp the thoughts and reflect the aspirations of the people, contributing to the improvement of information channels serving mass mobilization work.

* Dr. HO NGOC DANG, Ho Chi Minh City Academy of Officials:

Ensuring stable life for cadres and civil servants

In reality, the process of organizational innovation often entails changes in job positions, functions, tasks, and powers... This can easily give rise to psychological instability such as anxiety, disorientation, or doubts about the future. If not identified and oriented promptly, these manifestations can negatively affect working spirit and reduce the effectiveness of Party organizations and state apparatus.

To effectively handle this issue, it is necessary to synchronously implement a number of key solutions, including improving the effectiveness of political and ideological education. Proactively grasp and promptly handle ideological developments, including establishing two-way information channels between Party committees and cadres and Party members; organize periodic dialogues, listen and frankly answer legitimate concerns. Manifestations of fluctuations and deviations need to be identified early and handled on the basis of analyzing arguments, strengthening personalized ideological work, focusing on cadres. In addition, it is necessary to strengthen party discipline and improve the quality of the team; promptly resolve regimes and policies and ensure stable lives for cadres, civil servants and public employees affected by the arrangement of the apparatus and administrative boundaries.

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