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The Sun
3 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
ATM service scheme upgrades to attract diploma holders in Malaysia
KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Armed Forces (ATM) has upgraded its service scheme to attract more diploma holders with improved salaries and career prospects. Chief of Defence Force General Tan Sri Mohd Nizam Jaffar confirmed the Public Service Department (JPA) will outline new entry qualifications and salary adjustments in an official letter effective January 1, 2026. 'Out of the 21 proposed entry qualifications, seven have been approved,' Mohd Nizam told Bernama. He expressed gratitude to the Prime Minister for the MADANI government's commitment to improving public service quality. The Prime Minister also announced expanded entry qualifications for Grade Z1 (special duties) roles, including the Medical Corps, Religious Corps, and Engineering Corps. Performance-Based Incentives (BIP) will now cover Sergeant Equivalent (Grade Z4) and Staff Sergeant Equivalent (Grade Z5) ranks. The BIP qualifying period has been shortened from six to four years, benefiting 3,789 personnel with an annual financial impact of RM6.47 million. Mohd Nizam clarified that BIP will be disbursed as a monthly allowance equal to one Annual Salary Increment (KGT). 'This extension benefits ATM personnel by considering their shorter service period (21 years) and limited promotion opportunities,' he said. Three proposed improvements to the Public Service Remuneration System (SSPA) for ATM remain under review. These include reclassifying ATM grades and aligning Jusa C grades for Brigadier General-equivalent ranks based on service duration. The review also focuses on refining allowance criteria, revising eligibility conditions, and extending career development initiatives for ATM personnel. - Bernama
New Straits Times
4 days ago
- Politics
- New Straits Times
Military service scheme upgrade to attract more diploma holders
KUALA LUMPUR: Improvements to the armed forces service scheme are set to attract more diploma holders by offering higher starting salaries and enhancing the overall quality of its personnel. Armed forces chief General Tan Sri Mohd Nizam Jaffar said the Public Service Department (PSD) will detail the new entry qualifications and starting salary adjustments in an official implementation letter, which will take effect from Jan 1, 2026. "Out of the 21 proposed entry qualifications, seven have been approved. "We are grateful to the prime minister for the Madani government's commitment to enhancing the quality of public service," Mohd Nizam told Bernama yesterday. During the 20th edition of the Majlis Amanat Perdana Perkhidmatan Awam (MAPPA XX), Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim also announced the expansion of the entry qualifications for enlisted members of the armed forces at Grade Z1 (special duties) to include the Medical Corps, Religious Corps, and Engineering Corps. The performance-based incentives (BIP) will be extended to other ranks, namely Sergeant Equivalent (Grade Z4) and Staff Sergeant Equivalent (Grade Z5), while the qualifying period for BIP has been reduced from six years to four years, benefiting 3,789 personnel with an estimated financial implication of RM6.47 million annually. On the BIP, Mohd Nizam said the incentive will be given as a monthly allowance, equivalent to one Annual Salary Increment (KGT) for the rank held. "This extension benefits armed forces personnel by considering the shorter service period (21 years) and limited promotion opportunities," he said. Mohd Nizam highlighted that three proposed improvements to the Public Service Remuneration System (SSPA) for the armed forces remain under review. These include the reclassification of armed forces grades and the alignment of Jusa C grades for Brigadier General-equivalent ranks based on length of service. "The review also involves strengthening the criteria for allowance grants, revising eligibility conditions, and extending career development initiatives for armed forces personnel," he added.
Barnama
4 days ago
- Business
- Barnama
ATM Service Scheme Upgrades To Attract More Diploma Holders
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 15 (Bernama) -- Improvements to the Malaysian Armed Forces (ATM) service scheme are set to attract more diploma holders by offering higher starting salaries and enhancing the overall quality of its personnel. Chief of Defence Force, General Tan Sri Mohd Nizam Jaffar, said the Public Service Department (JPA) will detail the new entry qualifications and starting salary adjustments in an official implementation letter, which will take effect from Jan 1, 2026. 'Out of the 21 proposed entry qualifications, seven have been approved. We are grateful to the Prime Minister for the MADANI government's commitment to enhancing the quality of public service,' Mohd Nizam told Bernama today. During the 20th edition of the Majlis Amanat Perdana Perkhidmatan Awam (MAPPA XX), the Prime Minister also announced the expansion of the entry qualifications for enlisted members of the armed forces at Grade Z1 (special duties) to include the Medical Corps, Religious Corps, and Engineering Corps. The Performance-Based Incentives (BIP) will be extended to other ranks, namely Sergeant Equivalent (Grade Z4) and Staff Sergeant Equivalent (Grade Z5), while the qualifying period for BIP has been reduced from six years to four years, benefiting 3,789 personnel with an estimated financial implication of RM6.47 million annually. On the BIP, Mohd Nizam said the incentive will be given as a monthly allowance, equivalent to one Annual Salary Increment (KGT) for the rank held. 'This extension benefits ATM personnel by considering the shorter service period (21 years) and limited promotion opportunities,' he said. Furthermore, Mohd Nizam highlighted that three proposed improvements to the Public Service Remuneration System (SSPA) for ATM remain under review. These include the reclassification of ATM grades and the alignment of Jusa C grades for Brigadier General-equivalent ranks based on length of service. 'The review also involves strengthening the criteria for allowance grants, revising eligibility conditions, and extending career development initiatives for ATM personnel,' he added.
Barnama
5 days ago
- General
- Barnama
Mohd Nizam First To Be Inducted Into National Resilience College Hall Of Fame
PUTRAJAYA, Aug 14 (Bernama) -- Chief of Defence Force Gen Tan Sri Mohd Nizam Jaffar has become the first individual to be inducted into the Hall of Fame at the National Resilience College. He said the recognition was the pinnacle of his military career. 'I was part of the first cohort in 2020. In any journey, especially in the military, this is one of the highest peaks of my career, and I am deeply grateful to Allah,' he said after the induction ceremony here today. Mohd Nizam is an alumnus and pioneer participant of the National Resilience College course in 2020, in addition to being a recipient of the institution's award. That same year, he returned to serve as the second Commandant of the National Resilience College. Mohd Nizam made significant contributions through various strategic initiatives during the COVID-19 pandemic, including the development of the Joint Common Operating Picture (JCOP) and the implementation of post-Movement Control Order management simulations. Under his leadership, the National Resilience College expanded from Cohort 1 to Cohort 6, with participation now reaching a global level involving senior government officials from abroad and state civil service members. The Malaysian Armed Forces, in a statement, said Mohd Nizam's induction into the Hall of Fame was not only a personal honour but also a recognition of the strategic leadership, mental resilience, and far-sighted vision of a Chief of Defence Force who had navigated global challenges. 'With the motto 'Duty, Honour, Sacrifice,' he stands as an inspiration and proves that the Malaysian Armed Forces can leave a legacy that transforms the nation's defence landscape,' it said.
The Sun
5 days ago
- Politics
- The Sun
Malaysia proposes ASEAN monitoring team for Thailand-Cambodia conflict
PUTRAJAYA: Chief of Defence Force Gen Tan Sri Mohd Nizam Jaffar has requested Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim to engage with Thai and Cambodian leaders for Malaysian teams to join the ASEAN Observer Team (AOT) in conflict zones. The AOT includes representatives from ASEAN nations and will monitor compliance with the ceasefire agreement along the 840-kilometre border. Mohd Nizam stated that logistical support for the mission is being provided by the United States. He spoke after his induction into the Hall of Fame of the National Resilience College (MKN) in Putrajaya. Following the General Border Committee (GBC) meeting, an Interim Observer Team (IOT) was formed, consisting of ASEAN defence attachés. The IOT is led by Malaysia's Defence Advisers in Bangkok and Phnom Penh. The team will first brief 75 Thai senior officers in Bangkok on necessary measures before conducting similar sessions in Phnom Penh. Their primary role is to ensure ceasefire adherence and investigate reported violations. Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to maintain current troop positions and avoid military escalation. Separately, Mohd Nizam addressed the death of a PALAPES trainee at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) Skudai, confirming a completed inquiry and post-mortem. He clarified that the incident occurred during a battle inoculation exercise and denied any bullying or ragging involvement. Mohd Nizam emphasised the Armed Forces' commitment to eradicating bullying, focusing instead on rigorous training. The mother of the late trainee, Syamsul Haris Shamsudin, has requested a second post-mortem to determine the cause of death. - Bernama
