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New Straits Times
2 days ago
- Business
- New Straits Times
Army hails revised incentive scheme as boost for personnel performance
KUALA TERENGGANU: The armed forces have welcomed the enhancement of the performance-based incentive payments (BIPs) system announced yesterday by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. Army deputy chief Lieutenant-General Datuk Tengku Muhammad Fauzi Tengku Ibrahim said the incentive would serve as both encouragement and a benchmark for improving the performance of army personnel. "This is a positive step. The incentive can also act as a catalyst for personnel to progress to higher levels and to develop the social skills essential for military service in line with current needs," he told reporters after officiating at the closing ceremony of the Rapid Deployment Force Basic Course (APAC) Series 2/2025 at Dataran Drawbridge here today. Anwar had announced that the revised scheme would be extended to other ranks, namely Sergeant Equivalent (Grade Z4) and Staff Sergeant Equivalent (Grade Z5), while the qualifying period for BIP had been reduced from six years to four years. The revision is expected to benefit 3,789 personnel, with an estimated annual financial implication of RM6.47 million. Meanwhile, 131 participants, comprising male and female personnel of the 10th Parachute Brigade — including seven officers — successfully completed the six-week course, which began on July 13. Also present were 512 Territorial Army (Askar Wataniah) Commander Brigadier General Tengku Sri Temenggong Raja Tengku Baharuddin Sultan Mahmud Al-Muktafi Billah Shah, 10th Parachute Brigade Commander Khairul Anwar Soib, and Terengganu police chief Datuk Mohd Khairi Khairudin.
The Sun
2 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
2 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
3 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.
The Sun
3 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
PM announces civil service upgrades, ATM scheme improvements at MAPPA XX
PUTRAJAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim introduced key civil service reforms today, focusing on military personnel benefits and institutional support. The measures aim to boost efficiency, professionalism, and welfare across all civil service levels. He announced expanded entry qualifications for Grade Z1 armed forces roles, covering the Medical, Religious, and Engineering Corps. Performance-Based Incentives (BIP) will now include 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 cost of RM6.47 million. Anwar shared these updates during his speech at the 20th Majlis Amanat Perdana Perkhidmatan Awam (MAPPA XX) event. The programme was organised by the Public Service Department (JPA) and INTAN at the Putrajaya International Convention Centre (PICC). Deputy Prime Ministers Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi and Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof attended alongside Cabinet ministers. Chief Secretary Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar and Public Service Director-General Tan Sri Wan Ahmad Dahlan Abdul Aziz were also present. The initiatives align with the government's push for effective national development. - Bernama
