The Fair Wages and Salaries Commission (FWSC) was established under the FWSC Act, 2007 (Act 737). The Commission has the mandate to implement the new Government Pay Policy (i.e. Single Spine Pay Policy).
Vision
To become a world class reference Centre in pay administration promoting fairness, equity and transparency in Public Services compensation and benefits.
Mission
To ensure that best practices in job grading, evaluation, performance management and research are employed in pay administration to ensure that pay in the Public Services is linked to productivity and that high-calibre employees are attracted to, and retained within the Public Services.
We shall achieve this by working through our highly-motivated, dedicated and innovative staff, adopting appropriate technological solutions, and also by collaborating effectively with our stakeholders through constructive dialogue and negotiations that promote and maintain industrial harmony.
Functions
Section 3 of Act, 2007 (Act 737) lists the following as the functions of the Commission: