This master's thesis studies the effect of several different forms of flexibility on possible increase in the efficiency of the state administration. In the research, it was essential to determine the effect of two forms of flexibility on the efficiency of the state administration: work flexibility and organizational flexibility.
The survey was conducted at the Ministry of Public Administration, using an online questionnaire. The results of the research show that both concepts are interlinked and essential for the flexibility and efficiency of the Slovenian state administration. It has been determined that there are additional possibilities to make the state administration more flexible. Furthermore, we found out that the existing normative constraints hinder the implementation of different forms of flexibility; consequently, they affect the organizational flexibility and work flexibility, which is what has an impact on the responsiveness (flexibility) and the efficiency of the state administration.
The results of the research confirm that there is a lack of administrative culture in the Slovene state administration, that the leading personnel do not show adequate moral integrity and proper engagement, and that a lack of adequate professional qualification and competences can be identified in the employees, which is what effects the implementation of various forms of flexibility. What is more, it also hinders the realization of tasks and reduces the efficiency of the state administration.
The research was also put into the international context by comparing the presence of various flexible forms of employment in the Dutch and Slovenian public sector (and consequently, in the state administration) and the existing legislation. It was determined that the majority of flexible forms of employment that exist in the labour market are present in the Dutch public sector. Unlike in the Slovenian public sector and, consequently, in its state administration, these forms of employment are supported with the relevant legislation, which strives for a greater legal protection of employees. Special attention is paid to the human resources and employee satisfaction. The conclusion of the master's thesis presents the causes of the existing situation and presents suggestions for improvement of the situation.
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