Algiers \u2013 The Minister of National Solidarity, Family, and Women\u2019s Issues, Soraya Mouloudji, officially presided over the implementation ceremony of the new collective agreement for the Social Development Agency (ADS) this Thursday.\u200bThe event took place in the presence of the Minister of Labor, Employment, and Social Security, Fay\u00e7al Bentaleb (represented by the sector’s senior officials\/Abdelhak Saihi), and the Secretary-General of the General Union of Algerian Workers (UGTA), Amar Takdjout.\u200bA Major Overhaul After 14 Years\u200bThis agreement marks the first substantial revision of the agency\u2019s professional framework since 2012. It is designed to create a more motivating and equitable environment for over 4,000 employees.\u200bThe beneficiaries include:\u200bSenior technicians operating across 1,541 municipalities.\u200bStaff members working within the 340 neighborhood outreach cells (social units).\u200bKey Benefits and Reforms\u200bMinister Mouloudji emphasized that the revision process, which lasted nearly a year, aligns with President Abdelmadjid Tebboune\u2019s commitment to strengthening the social character of the state and protecting workers’ rights.\u200bThe new agreement introduces several strategic changes:\u200bStreamlined Regulations: The document was reduced from 264 to 198 articles to remove contradictions and ensure full compliance with Algerian labor law.\u200bWage Increases: An upward revision of the index point used to calculate salaries.\u200bNew Allowances: * Desk Allowance: For staff managing social support programs at the municipal level.\u200bIT Allowance: For specialists managing information systems, networks, and software development.\u200bCareer Advancement: Clearer procedures for professional progression, promotions, and disciplinary measures.\u200bModernization: The job directory has been updated to match the agency\u2019s current organizational structure and functional needs.\u200bImplementation and Retroactive Pay\u200bIn a move welcomed by staff, the Minister confirmed that the salary increases stipulated in the agreement will be processed starting this April. Furthermore, employees will receive these increases with retroactive effect dating back to January 2026.\u200bThe Minister concluded by stating that this agreement reflects a “qualitative step” in the sector’s commitment to social dialogue, ensuring a balance between employee welfare and the sustained performance of the institution.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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