Driving Excellence: Practical Guide to Managing a Ministerial Office

This book is an essential tool for government neophytes, designed to guide policymakers, particularly in an African context, to effectively manage a ministry. Through practical strategies, modern tools, and concrete examples, it addresses the complex challenges of public governance and offers clear and applicable solutions. Early chapters explore the organizational structure, key roles, and operation of ministerial offices, as well as steps for recruiting and managing staff, developing a budget, and preparing ministerial reports. The book also covers strategic planning, project monitoring and evaluation and interministerial coordination mechanisms to maximize the impact of public policies.Sections dedicated to transparency, the fight against corruption, and citizen involvement offer innovative approaches to strengthening accountability and public participation. Chapters on crisis management, public policy evaluation, and inspiring leadership highlight the skills needed to overcome obstacles.