The Senior Appointments Committee, headed by former Supreme Court Justice Dan Arbel, unanimously approved on Monday the appointment of Attorney Moshe Dayan, legal adviser of the Ministry of Justice, to the position of Civil Service Commissioner.
The committee members noted in their decision that Dayan, who has been in office for over eight years, has proven that he has good negotiation skills, and that he is able to complete tasks while working well under pressure. As part of his role as legal adviser of the Ministry of Justice, noted the committee, Dayan is familiar with the various laws and regulations applicable to civil service, which will enable him to have an easy entry into the new position.
The committee members noted that they were given the impression that Dayan is a decent and modest man who has integrity and has gained the trust and respect of six different justice ministers. The committee members were also presented with three recommendations by three former directors of the Justice Department who had worked with Dayan.
Moshe Dayan is 44 years old, is married and has two children. Before becoming the legal advisor of the Ministry of Justice, he was senior adviser to three justice ministers.
The appointment will soon be brought before the Israeli government for final approval.
Justice Minister Yaakov Neeman expressed his satisfaction over the appointment and said: “I wish Moshe Dayan success in his new position. The Civil Service Commission has been blessed with a modest and straight man, whose diligence and skills will lead the civil service to many achievements.”
Justice Ministry Director-General Dr. Guy Rotkopf also welcomed the appointment and said that “this is an excellent choice. Attorney Moshe Dayan is a great role model for dedicated and loyal civil servants. Dayan has filled complex roles, both in the offices of the Justice Ministers as well as the legal adviser to the Justice Department, which has about 4,000 employees and 40 different departments, and he did it all in a professional matter. "
Rotkopf added that “just as we regret his departure we are pleased at his success. All his colleagues at the Ministry of Justice are confident that this appointment is not just appropriate for the Civil Service Commission but for the entire public service system.”