Adopt a Flatter, Leaner Management Structure in Government Agencies, Boards and Commissions (ABCs)

On-going

Way Forward Commitment:

In February 2017, our Government announced the implementation of a flatter, leaner management structure for core Government departments. In 2017-18, our Government will work with ABCs to undertake similar exercises to optimize the number of direct reports to managers, directors and executive members based on the nature of the service and clientele and to limit duplication of management personnel in those organizations.

What We’ve Accomplished:

  • Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation eliminated 14 of 76 management positions (an 18 per cent reduction), resulting in $1.4 million in annual savings with no impact to front line services.
  • The Regional Health Authorities (RHAs) and the Newfoundland and Labrador Centre for Health Information committed to a net reduction of 93 positions, including 21 per cent of RHA executives, for a savings of $7.6 million annually.
  • The Newfoundland and Labrador Liquor Corporation (NLC) restructured its executive resulting in savings of over $300,000 annually.

News Releases

Flatter, Leaner Management Structure Implemented for Regional Health Authorities and NLCHI

More Efficient Management Structure Implemented for Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation