Page 1 NASC Newsletter Cystudy visitNN on EEWWSSLLEETTTTEERR A Bi-Monthly Publication of Nepal Administrative Staff College (NASC), Jawalakhel Asoj - Kartik 2072 (September – November 2015) Year 2072/73 (2015/16), Issue 2 "… devoted to making differences positively" Volume 1, Issue 1 rd News Highlights: NASC Celebrates 33 Annual Day Tree Plantation Ceremony at NASC Page 3 Exchange of Dashain, Tihar and Chhatt wishes Page 3 Welcome to the newly appointed minister of General Administration Page 4 Joint Seminar on "Reimagining Public Policy in Nepal: Process, Practices and Management" Page 5 rd Photo: a glimpse of 33 NASC Day 23rd NASC Discussion Series Page 5 Nepal Administrative Staff College celebrated its 33rd anniversary (NASC Day) on \ Orientation on NASC Employee 11 Asoj 2071 (9 October 2014). The program was graced by the presence of Hon'ble Rules and Regulations 2072 Minister for General Administration and Chairperson of NASC Governing Council, Page 6 Mr. Lal Babu Pandit. Training Programs Page 7 Dr. Tarak Bahadur K.C, Deputy Executive Director of NASC welcomed the national Ongoing Trainings and foreign delegates and dignitaries along with staff members on behalf of NASC. Page 14 He expressed that the ceremony is not just a celebration of another fruitful year but Internal Capacity Development also an event to evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of NASC. He also presented Activities Page 15 the achievements, challenges and future strategies to strengthen and build the Editor: capacity of NASC. Ms. Shital Moktan Hon'ble Minister Pan dit inaugurated the program and unveiled two publications, the NASC Journal and Case Bank - 2. He expressed that NASC should be promoted as If you have any comments the think tank of GoN. He also encouraged the staffs to be highly motivated and please write to: pointed that NASC should focus in building the capacity of the staffs through research and training activities. He stressed that Nepalese should heartily welcome Publication Unit, NASC or the newly formed constitution and value changes. He shared that our hearts should [email protected] be filled with the feeling of patriotism and positivity. Concluding, he suggested everyone to work hand in hand for the prosperity of the country. We’re on the Web too! See us at: The early bird catches the worm. www.nasc.org.np Page 2 NASC Newsletter The program was followed by best wishes from Mr. Gorachha Bahadur Nucche Pradhan, first executive director of NASC for its continuous efforts in shaping the human resource of the GoN. Speaking during the occasion, Secretary of Ministry of General Administration, Mr. Tanka Mani Sharma stressed that Nepal has been through various political, geographical and social change. He pointed that the newly formed constitution, political reforms and the devastating earthquake isboth an opportunity and challenge to all government officials for effective service delivery. Thus, he suggested NASC to conduct TNA and modify the contents to best suit the scenario. He also expressed commitment from the GoN to support NASC to continue its journey as the Centre of Excellence. The Chief Secretary of Nepal Government Dr. Som Lal Subedi emphasized on the significance of NASC as a leading training and research institution for Nepal. He encouraged NASC to focus on research activities to facilitate in the improvement of the policies and practices of Nepal Government. He also encouraged NASC to build up skilled resources to effectively lead all the training institutions in Nepal Chairperson of Public Service Commission, Mr. Umesh Prasad Mainali expressed that it is crucial for NASC to review and evaluate all the programs and develop effective course structure by applying modern tools and technologies to incorporate the newly adopted methods in management. The Vice-Chairperson of National Planning Commission, Dr. Govinda Raj Pokharel also encouraged NASC to broaden the thoughts and develop theoretical as well as practical sessions to match with the international standards and build the calibre and capacity of the officials of the GoN. He also suggested NASC to focus on tactics to overcome weaknesses and work earnestly with more enthusiasm in the days to come. NASC also continued its tradition of awarding "Employee of the Year" to best two employees, one from Training and the other from Administration department with NRs. 10,000 each and certificate. This year, the Chief Guest awarded Mr. Trilochan Pokharel, Deputy Director of Studies and Ms. Shital Moktan, Senior Assistant respectively. He also awarded the medals and certificates to the winners of various sport events organized to mark the anniversary by NASC. Photo: Minister Pandit awarding the winners The Executive Director of NASC, Mr. Punya Prasad Neupane expressed his gratitude to the Honbl'e Minister, national and foreign delegates, experts, government officials, private and public agencies, NGO's and INGO's and NASC staffs for their contribution, in making the 33rd Annual Day a success. He also notified about the progress of NASC and also shared about the currently developed 5 year Strategic Plan to lead NASC towards its goal. He also put in light the difficulties faced by NASC due to the inadequacy of infrastructure. He assured that NASC would display continuous dedication to enrich research activities and enhance training methods for making it the center of excellence. You can't make an omelet without breaking a few eggs. Page 3 NASC Newsletter Tree Plantation Ceremony at NASC Nepal Administrative Staff College (NASC) organized a tree plantation ceremony on 11 Asoj 2071 (9 October 2014) to mark the annual day of NASC. The Executive Director of NASC, Mr. Punya Prasad Neupane formally opened the ceremony by planting tree in the NASC premise amidst all the staff members. The Deputy Executive Director, Dr. Tarak Bahadur K.C. continued the ceremony by planting few more trees. The senior directors of NASC Mr. Kedar Bahadur Rayamajhi (PSTD), Mr. Yuba Raj Bhusal (GDMLG and RCD) and Mr. Khum Raj Punjali (MSD) also planted trees during the occasion. The directors, officers and assistants also planted trees during the occasion. A dozen trees were planted during the occasion to commemorate the 33rd Annual Day of NASC. Mr. Neupane highlighted about the importance of planting trees Photo: Mr. Neupane for the environment. He also hoped that all the staffs would contribute to maintain and planting a tree take care of the trees in the days to come. Exchange of Dashain, Tihar and Chhatt wishes Nepal Administrative Staff College (NASC) organized a function to exchange Dashain, Tihar and Chhatt wishes and greetings on Friday, 29 Asoj 2072 (16 October 2015). The function began with a stanza dedicated to Goddess Durga by Mr. Basanta Raj Sigdel, Director of Studies who hosted the program. Senior Director, Mr. Yuba Raj Bhusal stated that festivals and religious rituals are unique cultural heritages of Nepal which unite individuals, families and society, thus it should be celebrated whole heartedly with smiles. Dr. Tarak Bahadur K.C., Deputy Executive Director said that festivals bring sense of positivity to life and shared that Dashain is celebrated to commemorate and rejoice the victory of good over evil. He wished that may Goddess Durga Bhawani encourage Photo: Mr. Neupane all to follow the path of positivity with enthusiasm. He also urged everyone to extending his best wishes to the staffs welcome all the positive energies and move with vigor towards a fulfilling life. NASC officials Mr. Suwarn Kumar Singh, Mr. Trilochan Pokharel, Mr. Shiva Hari Adhikari, Ms. Kalpalata Dahal, Mr. Jhabindra Bhandari and Mr. Binaya Hari Maskey also extended their hearty wishes on the occasion. They wished peace, happiness, good health, long life, prosperity and continued progress to all the staffs. Mr. Punya Prasad Neupane, Executive Director, highlighted that Photo: Mr. Shiva Hari Adhikari exchanging festivals is an opportunity to enjoy gatherings with family and friends wishes which promote social harmony, and encouraged everyone to enjoy the festivities to the fullest. He wished that may Goddess Durga inspire everyone to get triumph of truth over evil God helps those who help themselves. Page 4 NASC Newsletter and hoped for a joyous and flourishing Dashain. He wished everyone a happy, prosperous and fulfilling Dashain, Tihar and Chatt. Welcome to the newly appointed minister of General Administration Nepal Administrative Staff College (NASC) organized a program to welcome the newly appointed Minister of General Administration Hon‟ble Rekha Sharma who is also the Chairperson of Governing Council of NASC on (13 Kartik 2072) October 30, 2015. Followed by the introduction of NASC officials, the Executive Director, Mr. Punya Prasad Neupane, welcomed and congratulated Ms. Sharma and wished for a very successful tenure ahead. In the welcome remarks, Mr. Neupane also mentioned about the roles and contributions of NASC in building the capacity of the officials of the Government of Nepal (GoN). He highlighted the three mandates of NASC for capacity development, viz. training, research and consulting services for the public sector. He also explained about the continuous commitments and initiatives of NASC in fulfilling the mandates since its establishment. He Photo: Mr. Neupane welcoming the Hon'ble minister shed light on the newly formulated Strategic Plan (2072 - 2077) of NASC which sets NASC‟s road map for the next five years. In his remarks, among a number of challenges in delivering effective capacity building services against the demand of the government through NASC, inadequate physical infrastructures was pointed as the critical one. Presenting the detailed institutional profile to the minister, Mr. Basanta Raj Sigdel explained about the vision, mission, objectives, major functions, organizational structure, staff composition and major strategies of NASC. Through the presentation, he drew attention of MoGA to address issues such as expanding the infrastructure of NASC, exposure of government functions to NASC faculties and providing capacity building opportunities and scholarships to NASC officials.