Algiers – The Minister of Interior, Local Authorities, and Urban Planning, Said Saayoud, has responded to a written inquiry regarding the status of contract workers within the Ministry. The query, identified as number 9530, specifically addressed the number of part-time and full-time contract employees and the possibility of integrating them into the Ministry’s permanent workforce.
The Minister stated that he received the parliamentary question with great interest, acknowledging its focus on the enumeration of contract workers and the potential for their integration, while also recognizing their skills and qualifications.
Minister Saayoud explained that public authorities are pursuing an approach aimed at enhancing the efficiency of public services, meeting growing demands, and strengthening their ability to respond to public needs. To this end, the use of part-time and full-time employment contracts is employed to bolster human resources, reflecting the principle of ensuring the continuity of public service.
In his response, the Minister revealed that the Ministry’s records indicate over 352,000 contract workers employed in positions related to maintenance, upkeep, and general services. These positions are held under both fixed-term and open-ended contracts. Of this total, approximately 156,000 are employed on a part-time basis, representing 44% of the total number of contract workers affiliated with local communities.
The Minister clarified that, according to current regulations, these positions do not confer the status of civil servant, nor do they grant the right to integration into established ranks within the civil service. He cited Presidential Decree No. 07-308, dated September 29, 2007, which governs the employment, rights, and obligations of contract workers, as well as the components of their salaries, management rules, and applicable disciplinary procedures.
The Minister further noted that the regulatory framework applied to part-time contract workers closely mirrors that of full-time contract workers in terms of rights and responsibilities. DZWatch will continue to monitor this developing situation.
