Turnover of Civil Servants in the Executive Power Administration

Abstract

Based on an actual and objective observation of the processes in Bulgarian administrations, it is possible to summarize the assumption that the relatively high number of civil servants leaving the executive power administration and the relatively short period of time they work in, are due to several factors: In the first place, a lack of substantial and clear perspective of professional development and career path planning for each civil servant. Second, the relatively poor atmosphere (micro-climate) in several divisions and departments in the administration. Third, the lack of sense of belonging / esprit de corps (strong organizational culture) to the government’s executive power administrations. It is not prestigious to work for the administration. Fourth, the work overload of certain civil servants compensating for others. This in turn increases the risks of errors and mistakes by the former. The relatively lower salaries in comparison to the private sector are only in fifth place.