Canary Islands Government Announces Employment Stabilization and New Fixed Contract Appointments
Canary Islands Government Resumes Staff Conversions to Permanent Positions
Background
The Canary Islands government has officially resumed the process of converting temporary administrative staff into permanent employees. After a suspension due to justified force majeure cases, the procedure has now been lifted for two selected candidates.
Selected Candidates and Timeline
- BĂĄrbara Padilla Herrera
- MarĂa Candelaria Ravelo GarcĂa
They can now sign their fixed-term contracts and prepare for their official taking of office between November 27 and December 11, 2025.
Objectives and Reforms
The move aligns with efforts to:
- Reduce temporary staffing
- Improve public employment stability
This is part of broader reforms under recently enacted laws to promote efficient and lasting employment in regional public administration.
Importance of Appointments
The document emphasizes the importance of these appointments in:
- Strengthening governmental stability
- Ensuring service continuity
Procedures and Requirements
Candidates must follow these steps:
- Sign contracts electronically
- Coordinate their official entry
It also underscores a mandatory two-year period of active service once they take up their roles, helping ensure consistency in public service delivery.
Broader Impact
This announcement marks a significant step toward reducing reliance on temporary staff within regional administration, a priority amid ongoing public sector reforms.
It also clarifies procedures for other candidates who have participated in multiple recruitment processes, consolidating efforts to create a more stable and professional workforce in the Canary Islands government.