How to Manage Government-Sector Remuneration and Staffing in Small States

Nick Carroll, Celine Thevenot and Sébastien Walker

No 2025/004, IMF Fiscal Affairs Department from International Monetary Fund

Abstract: The management of government spending on employee compensation is crucial for small developing states (SDS), where such spending constitutes a large portion of government expenses. These states often face unique challenges, such as disproportionately high government employment levels and the issue of "brain drain"—the latter complicates staffing for skilled positions. This note summarizes the unique challenges these states face, underscoring the importance of tailored strategies for small states in managing government compensation and employment effectively.

Keywords: government-sector remuneration; staffing; small states; fiscal sustainability; brain drain; compensation spending; public service delivery; employment management; government compensation; staffing in small states; IMF Library; Public employment; Wages; Caribbean (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Pages: 19
Date: 2025-05-15
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