The Permanent Secretary for Education has been ordered to pay $100,547.41 to Valenivalu Buadromo, a former Human Resources Officer, following a ruling that his employment termination was unlawful. Mr. Buadromo’s legal action was prompted by his belief that his dismissal was unjust, particularly after he had served in the clerical capacity since 2011 and was promoted to HRO in 2019 with a six-month probationary period.
During his tenure, Mr. Buadromo faced several challenges in his new role, which led to three performance meetings where issues regarding his work and report accuracy were discussed. He expressed concerns of “sabotage” and undue workload from colleagues. In the court’s judgment dated July 18, Justice Deepthi Amaratunga highlighted that given Mr. Buadromo’s extensive experience, it was unnecessary to impose a probation period upon his promotion.
The court also ordered an additional payment of $3,000 to cover legal costs, which must be settled within 21 days. This case underscores the importance of maintaining fair employment practices in public service roles and the need for transparency and accountability in employment decisions.
This recent ruling aligns with ongoing discussions surrounding governance and due process within the Ministry of Education, reflecting a growing call for improvements in human resource management within government entities. With these developments, there is potential for a greater focus on fair employment practices in public service, which could foster a healthier working environment and restore trust among employees. Overall, the outcome signifies a hopeful step towards enhancing the integrity and efficacy of public service operations, benefiting both employees and the broader educational landscape.
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