Public administrations in the Western Balkans are at a transformative crossroads amidst EU integration, demographic shifts, digital innovation, and evolving citizen expectations. However, one persistent challenge remains: the lack of structured, institutionalized succession planning.

The Seasonal School on Talent Management aims to address this crucial gap by guiding public institutions from reactive staffing models to strategic talent cultivation. Over two days, participants will delve into key frameworks, examine EU case studies from France and Estonia, and acquire practical tools for fostering a continuous leadership pipeline grounded in merit, resilience, and future readiness.

Program Highlights:

• Diagnosing Challenges: Understanding talent management obstacles unique to the region.
• Learning from EU Practices: Insights into successful succession strategies from France and Estonia.
• Practical Applications: Hands-on sessions applying tools and frameworks to simulated scenarios.
• Toolkit Development: Co-developing a Succession Planning Toolkit tailored to Western Balkan administrations.

Who Should Attend:
Senior and mid-level professionals from Civil Service Agencies, public administration training institutions, and HR units of line institutions actively practicing competency-based HRM practices. Participants should possess significant experience in HRM functions such as performance appraisal, job design, and training, contributing actively to peer exchange and solution-oriented discussions.