EMPLOYEES at Muhimbili Orthopedic Institute (MOI) have been reminded to uphold ethical principles in public service to enhance service delivery and improve the well-being of citizens in the health sector.

Rocky Setembo, chief information officer from the President’s Office, Public Service Management and Good Governance made the call yesterday, during staff training on ethical principles in public service.

Setembo emphasised the importance of adhering to ethical standards by understanding the policies, guidelines, principles, procedures, and laws that govern their institutions, ultimately ensuring better service delivery to the public.

“Every institution is established by specific laws, and once created, it develops guidelines, policies, and procedures to follow. Adhering to them will help deliver high-quality services and ensure prosperity for the public health,” Setembo said.

He outlined key principles of public service ethics, including providing quality services, abiding by government regulations, working diligence, delivering services impartially, acting with honesty and integrity, being accountable to the public, respecting the law, and using accurate information responsibly.

Setembo also urged employees to avoid excessive alcohol consumption and the use of substances such as marijuana.

Ally Ngowo, Assistant Director of the Department of Ethical Management in the Public Service at the  President’s Office, Public Service Management, and Good Governance said the office has been organising annual training sessions to remind employees about ethical standards in public service.

“The goal is to help employees understand their rights and responsibilities in performing their duties while adhering to the principles of public service ethics,” Ngowo said.