Excessive Bureaucracy Research Articles

THE PERCEPTION OF THE INSTITUTIONAL ENVIRONMENT IN THE ROMANIAN AGRICULTURAL SECTOR: CONNECTION BETWEEN BEHAVIOUR AND FINANCIAL INDICATORS

This study analyzes the perception of Romanian farmers regarding the predictability of the institutional environment and its connection with the perception of the importance of subsidies and the financial performance they obtain. Excessive bureaucracy, frequent changes in legislation and misalignment of the objectives of various stakeholders are limiting factors in financing programs, farmers being discouraged from applying for them. The study uses the statistical method of unidirectional analysis of variances (ANOVA) to observe significant differences in the means for the perception of the institutional environment and performance indicators, and the tests are carried out using the SPSS software, on a sample of 201 companies operating in the vegetable agricultural sector. The results of the study show that farmers' perception of the influence of subsidies seems to be subjective, based on the effort made to obtain them and less on the actual result of their use. Farmers who achieve good results in terms of return on assets and have a good liquidity position, consider the institutional environment to be predictable one, which supports them in their development and therefore, can make plans based on existing policies. The lack of confidence can be justified by poor financial results in general, the farmers’ expectations being to receive aid if the agricultural year is not a very good one.

A INEFICIÊNCIA DAS MEDIDAS PROTETIVAS: UM ESTUDO DA REALIDADE VIVENCIADA NO MUNICÍPIO DE JARU

The article aims to analyze the effectiveness of emergency protective measures, as provided for in Brazilian legislation, and to understand the reasons for their possible ineffectiveness in the specific context of the municipality of Jaru. The focus is to evaluate how these measures are applied and what are the main challenges faced by victims. The methodology used in the study is a bibliographic review. The article carries out a critical analysis of the existing literature on protective measures, including legislation, works of authors and analysis of real cases. In addition, the research includes the collection and analysis of secondary data on the application of these measures in the municipality of Jaru, focusing on testimonies of women victims of violence. The expected results include the identification of gaps and difficulties in the implementation of protective measures in Jaru. It is expected to discover what are the main obstacles faced by victims, such as lack of resources, excessive bureaucracy and insufficient institutional support. The study also aims to highlight the need for reforms and improvements in the protection system to ensure greater effectiveness and safety for victims. The conclusion of the article should reflect on the main causes of the ineffectiveness of protective measures in the municipality of Jaru and propose recommendations to improve the situation. The analysis should suggest strategies to overcome the challenges identified, such as improvements in the support structure for victims and reforms in legislation. The conclusion reaffirms the importance of an effective protection system to ensure the safety and well-being of victims of domestic violence and recommends practical actions for the effective implementation of protective measures.

Mobile street clinics and harm reduction: pathways to provide care to homeless people in Brazil

Abstract Homeless people (HP) are defined as a heterogeneous group that lives in extreme poverty, with weakened or severed family ties, lacking access to conventional housing, and using public spaces as residence. In terms of health, mental health conditions are prominent as a primary treatment demand, with care aimed at addressing needs arising from the use of alcohol and other drugs being a priority in serving HP. In this context, mobile street clinics (MSC) provide health services directly in street environments, focusing on individuals who use alcohol and other substances through harm reduction approaches. Harm reduction is defined as a set of practices aimed at minimizing the adverse health effects of alcohol and drug use without necessarily eliminating usage. Moreover, it represents an ethical and political direction in care, confronting the logic of criminalization and compulsory abstinence, enhancing access to health care for alcohol and other drug users through strategies that foster autonomy development. In the current study, we conducted an integrative review assessing the facilitators and barriers for HP access to mental health services. Preliminary results indicated that MSC, the connection between healthcare workers and the HP they serve, and the implementation of local street-based actions were the main facilitators of access for individuals who engage in harmful use of alcohol and other drugs to mental health services. Conversely, stigma, services’ lack of adjustment to the lifestyles of homeless people, and excessive bureaucracy were identified as the principal barriers of access. MSC, through their harm reduction activities, have emerged as a potential care technology to facilitate access to health services for homeless people. This research aims to present harm reduction as an ethical and political direction of care through the actions of mobile street clinics, as a way to facilitate access to health services for the homeless people. Key messages • Homeless people require mental health care tailored to the use of alcohol and other drugs, and harm reduction strategies implemented through mobile street clinics prove to be an effective form of care. • Mobile street clinics and harm reduction are important care technologies that enhance access to health services for the homeless population.

Veterinary neurology residency training in Europe-A survey on preparation and plans.

Difficulties in recruitment of veterinary specialists to academia is an ongoing problem for university teaching hospitals. The aim of this study was to determine the proportion of veterinary neurology specialists that plan to work in academia after their residency training and identify the main factors that may influence that decision. An electronic survey was distributed to European College of Veterinary Neurology (ECVN) residents in training and those that completed their residencies within the previous 12 months. Despite similar numbers of residents training in clinical practice and academic institutions, most respondents (79.7%) planned to work in private practice. The most influential factors for deciding future workplace were quality of life, salary, location, and the number of other specialists (with specialists in subjects other than neurology viewed as more important than neurologists) working in the same institution. The most common reasons for not choosing academia were low compensation, excessive bureaucracy, and high administrative workload compared to private clinical practice. Academic institutions need to review support for academic staff and provide stronger mentorship to overcome these problems and ensure provision of high-quality undergraduate teaching in veterinary neurology as well as promoting advancement of the field through basic and applied research.

Challenges Experienced by Women in Accessing Loan from Women Development Fund in Arusha: A Case of Arusha District Council

Various economic empowerment programs and strategies have been introduced to improve the welfare of marginalized groups, particularly women. One such initiative is the Women Development Fund (WDF) in the Arusha District Council, Tanzania, which was established to provide financial support to women in the region. However, despite its aims, women often face significant challenges when trying to access loans from the fund. This study aims to explore the specific challenges women encounter when seeking loans from the WDF in Arusha District Council. A sample of 60 women beneficiaries was selected as respondents for this study. Data collection methods included household surveys, with community development officers serving as key informants through interviews. Both qualitative and quantitative data were gathered and analyzed, with findings presented in frequency tables and percentages. The results revealed that women beneficiaries faced multiple challenges in accessing loans. Loan delays were the most frequently reported issue, followed by other obstacles such as excessive bureaucracy, low risk-bearing capacity, sexual harassment, financial bribery, and erotic bribery. These barriers hinder women’s ability to secure the financial resources needed to improve their economic standing. Based on these findings, the study recommends that local government authorities, including the Arusha City Council, implement feedback mechanisms to address loan processing issues and support women beneficiaries more effectively. Additionally, women themselves are encouraged to improve their financial literacy and understanding of financial products and services, particularly those related to WDF loans, to increase their access to and success with such programs.

Territorial Consolidation of the Republic of Moldova: Problems, Strategies and Challenges

The Republic of Moldova is currently facing significant problems in terms of public administration, such as excessive bureaucracy, corruption, and low efficiency of public services. At the same time, there is a significant discrepancy between rural and urban areas, which negatively affects citizens’ access to public services delaying social and territorial cohesion. In this regard, analysing ways to optimize the administrative and territorial structure can be an important step in identifying the necessary administrative tools to improve citizens’ access to quality public services. This article proposes an analysis of the problems in the existing system of administrative-territorial organization in the Republic of Moldova and presents some visions on implementing the reform for territorial consolidation.

Professional quality of life in cardiovascular nurses: differences between cardiology and pediatric cardiology clinic - pilot study

Abstract Background/Introduction Nursing can be a rewarding profession as it involves helping others. However, it is demanding, particularly for Cardiovascular nurses who may be exposed to stressful situations, patient suffering, and death. Additionally, work-related issues such as shift work, work overload, and excessive bureaucracy can pose challenges. It is necessary to consider that caring for children presents unique challenges compared to caring for adults, which can impact the Professional Quality of Life (ProQoL) and its domains. Purpose In this study, we aimed to investigate differences in ProQoL between nurses working in pediatric cardiology and adult cardiology units. Methods Nurses working in pediatric cardiology and adult cardiology units were enrolled in the study. The Polish version of the ProQoL 5 questionnaire was collected using a paper form. The specific domains of satisfaction, job burnout, and stress were calculated according to the questionnaire key. Moreover, data on age, additional places of employment and working hours were collected. The study examined the relationship between these factors and ProQoL domain scores using the R-Spearman correlation. Scores from each domain were compared between clinics using U-Mann-Whitney tests and a two-sided Fisher's exact test. Results The study involved 13 pediatric cardiology staff: six midwives, six nurses, one paramedic, and 29 adult cardiology staff: 26 nurses, two paramedics and one medical caretaker. No differences were found in any of the ProQoL domains between those working with children and those working with adults: p=0.74 for satisfaction, p=0.90 for burnout and p=0.77 for stress. A trend of lower age was observed among those working in the Paediatric Cardiology Department. The majority of nurses, regardless of ward, reported high or intermediate job satisfaction, as well as low or moderate levels of stress and burnout. Only one person employed in the adult Cardiology department reported a low level of job satisfaction. Older age was associated with higher job satisfaction (R=0.32; p=0.04) and lower levels of burnout (R=-0.31; p=0.048). Additionally, a higher number of working hours per month was associated with burnout (R=0.41; p=0.007). Satisfaction was negatively associated with burnout (R=-0.51; p<0.001) and positively correlated with stress (R=0.35; p=0.04). However, burnout was not associated with stress (p=0.56). Conclusions Regardless of the different work specifications in departments, related to working with children or adults, the ProQoL does not differ significantly. Older age may be positively associated with ProQoL. It may be the result of greater work experience. A higher number of working hours per month is associated with burnout, so it is therefore appropriate to emphasize the importance of occupational health and encourage not to overwork. A multicentre study could further define the differences in ProQoL and the influencing factors.

Declining Powers of Van Panchayats: A Case For Empowering Community Based Conservations Programs

Van Panchayats embody the struggle for community rights and democratic representation. Established after a prolonged battle against colonial rule, they were initially designed as peoplebased forest management institutions. However, their effectiveness has been undermined by increasing centralization and near-complete subordination to the forest department. This paper examines the transition of Van Panchayats, particularly following the introduction of the Joint Forest Management Program, and compares it with the provisions of the Forest Rights Act, 2006. The excessive bureaucratization imposed by successive regulations has rendered Van Panchayats ineffective. It argues that Van Panchayats remain underutilised despite their potential to contribute significantly to conservation and development activities. To realise their potential, a comprehensive policy shift is necessary. This includes restoration of functional autonomy to Van Panchayats, reduced interference of the forest department, and adequate budgetary provisions. The paper advocates for the revival of Van Panchayats as a means to achieve a people based model of forest conservation and sustainable development.

Criteria for Assessing Administrative Discretion: Theoretical Issues, Russian and Foreign Experience

The current stage of development of administrative law requires an active role of public administration in resolving administrative cases. At the same time, its acts and actions must be controlled by the courts. As a result, the administration is not allowed to remain passive in the exercise of discretionary powers, since they are provided for solving managerial tasks and are implemented within the prescribed limits. In this regard, the managerial goal, for which discretion is used, and the limits of authority are presented as basic criteria that allow us to assess the legality of discretionary forms of public administration. Additional criteria must be used to verify them. The most important among them are the so-called principles of administrative procedures, primarily proportionality and protection of trust. The principles that define the procedure can also be used, they can be called technical. For example, these include avoiding excessive bureaucracy, saving money, etc. Basic and additional criteria are typical for many legal systems and are most justified in the theory of administrative procedures. It mainly characterizes the administrative law of the countries of the continental legal family, and relatively stable examples of its implementation are presented in the German and Austrian legal order. Of some interest are the new laws on procedures adopted already in our century in the countries of Central Asia (the Kazakh authorities were the last to do so). The adoption of laws on administrative procedures is a milestone in the development of the theory of administrative discretion, but it is more important that the approach to discretion is not denied by the courts. The practice of the Supreme Court of the Russian Federation is a positive step in approving the domestic version of administrative discretion and the theory of administrative procedures, which is developing in a continental way.

REVISÃO INTEGRATIVA E SISTEMÁTICA SOBRE PARCERIAS PÚBLICO-PRIVADAS NA ADMINISTRAÇÃO PÚBLICA

Public Administration is the set of activities undertaken by the State with the objective of promoting the common good, through the use of authority powers and the implementation of public policies, programs and services. Public Administration management in Brazil faces a series of challenges that compromise the efficiency and effectiveness in the use of public resources, including problems such as excessive bureaucracy, the lack of strategic planning, corrupt practices and the phenomenon of clientelism. Therefore, the present study, undertaken an Integrative Systematic Review (RSI), had the purpose of examining articles related to public-private partnerships in public administration, which were published in the Scientific Electronic Library Online (SCIELO) database in the period time between 2012 and 2022. The main findings were that the most published articles are mostly related to health and education, which together represent a total of 15 articles. The presence of literature reviews on the topic was observed; public-private partnerships in the Brazilian public sectors and the main themes found in relation to this topic include: studies presented a single health system, government regulation, education policies, urban mobility, educational governance, health service reforms/health policy.

Правовое регулирование института розыска, ареста и возврата активов, полученных преступным путем, как формы международного сотрудничества в Республике Ирландия

Introduction. Hodiernal circumstances in the world underline the sparkling growth of organized crime activity. Getting criminal assets is meant to be one the threats that demand rapid response and cooperation of law enforcement bodies and other relevant authorities and officials all over the world. Criminal Assets Bureau is deemed to be such an authority that is entitled to exercise such activity in the Republic of Ireland. Theoretical analysis. Criminal Assets Bureau is authorized to search, freeze and confiscate proceeds of crime. Civil proceedings in assets recovery is the essence of the Irish confiscation procedure. Bureau is empowered to be a plaintiff in pleadings. Therefore, the formal proceeding chain is the following: Criminal Assets Bureau, Garda Síochána, High Court, Ministry of Justice and Equality. Еmpirical analysis. The provisions of criminal justice acts and conventional laws,characterized by the principle of extraterritoriality, regulate the search, arrest and confiscation procedure in the Republic of Ireland. International cooperation and mutual legal assistance matters are vested in a number of laws based on relevant conventions. Results. Organized and joint activity of the Criminal Assets Bureau grants an ability to avoid excessive bureaucratization of the process and accelerate formal cooperation in criminal matters with relevant foreign central authorities and officials.

Barriers and policies affecting the implementation of sustainable tourism: the Portuguese experience

ABSTRACT This paper identifies and ranks the factors that hinder the implementation of sustainable tourism in a developing destination. It uses a Delphi method combined with Q-Sort technique with three rounds of ranking by experts and analyzes the results with the Kendall’s W test. It finds that the experts agreed on the most and least important factors, such as the lack of long-term vision, the lack of clear definitions, the lack of integration into government policy, the excessive bureaucracy and the economic priority versus environmental priority. It also finds that the experts disagreed on the other factors, showing a variation in opinions. It compares the results with the literature and confirms the importance of long-term vision, government integration, bureaucratic reduction and clarity in policies for sustainable tourism. The experts became more aware over the rounds, indicating progress in addressing the barriers. It concludes by presenting some policy-making guidelines for a tourism destination manager.

Дела о наказании за многобрачие во второй половине XIX – начале XX в.: межрегиональное исследование

The article is devoted to the study of the peculiarities of cases of polygamy of residents of provincial regions of the Russian Empire - Tver, Tobolsk and Yaroslavl provinces. The purpose of the study was to identify and conduct a comparative analysis of archival documents that highlight the common and distinctive features of cases of punishment of persons guilty of remarriage when the first marriages existed, legally not dissolved and not terminated. The source base of the study was the previously unexplored archival materials of the State Archive of the Tver region, the State Archive of the Tyumen region in Tobolsk and the State Archive of the Yaroslavl region. The comparative analysis of the preserved documents showed the diversity of judicial practice with regard to the persons who violated the pre-revolutionary norms of rights. The authors compared the identified features of the stages of proceedings in cases of plural marriage and dissolution of marriage for legally authorized reasons. The resolution of cases on this type of offenses was subject to both secular and ecclesiastical courts. It is established in what cases the case was opened in spiritual consistory, and in what cases - in judicial institutions, for what reason and by whom were the initiators of the cases. Some peculiarities of document circulation between the mentioned instances are revealed. It was found out what the choice of the type of both secular and ecclesiastical punishment depended on. Numerous variants of information forgery and document forgery in such situations are considered. The most severe sanctions were imposed for providing false information about marital status. The role of priests and clergymen in observing pre-marital precautions, and of guarantors in testifying at a marriage search is examined. Strict divorce legislation, excessive bureaucratization of the divorce process, and total legal illiteracy of the population are highlighted among the reasons for the conclusion of illegal marriages during the lifetime of the spouse. The authors identified regional peculiarities of polygamy in the provinces of Central Russia and in the periphery. Most of the cases of polygamy discovered in the Tobolsk diocese were in one way or another related to exiles. Appeal to the history of divorce processes, violation of legislation in the conclusion of marital unions can be useful for rethinking the methods of prevention, resolution and prevention of modern marital conflicts in the modern period, when the necessity of punishment for polygamy is reconsidered. The study of the issue is also important for revealing the history of record keeping of official institutions.

Діяльність державних органів влади щодо подолання безробіття в УСРР у 1920-х рр.

The purpose of the article on the basis of archival sources and scientific heritage of domestic scientists analyzes the experience of practical activities of state authorities to solve the problem of mass unemployment of the population of the Ukrainian SSR in the 1920s. The research methodology is based on the fundamental principles of historical research: historicism, consistency, objectivity in the selection of facts and documents. Among the special methods used in the study should be called problem-chronological, historical-systemic, historical-typological. The scientific novelty of the article is to reveal the features of state policy and the activities of state authorities to overcome the unemployment of employees through the system of compulsory state social insurance. Conclusions. Having finally seized power in Ukraine, the Bolshevik leadership publicly declared the need to create an effective system of social support for especially vulnerable segments of the population. Of course, declarative slogans did not reflect real intentions and opportunities. Under the conditions of a debilitating civil war and economic devastation, it was quite natural to see a massive increase in the number of unemployed and a drop in the living standards of the population. This was especially exacerbated with the transition to a new economic policy. In the early 1920s a number of legislative initiatives were adopted to mitigate the unemployment situation. It was about the introduction of compulsory unemployment insurance at the state level. Insurance premiums paid by employers and employees were to become the financial basis for the payment of benefits to the unemployed. The implementation of this state policy on the ground relied on labor exchanges. However, excessive bureaucracy and a limited number of such institutions could not sufficiently solve this problem. The lack of funds for material support of the population was particularly acute, so the government was forced to look for alternative options: public works, in-kind assistance or the provision of various benefits. Active industrial construction, which began at the end of the 1920s, led to an increase in the demand for labor. In such conditions, the Party-Soviet leadership took a course to eliminate unemployment by administrative means, not recognizing as unemployed those workers who refused the job offered to them.

“Light of Clarity”: M.N. Muravyov and His Project of the Provincial Governments Reform

The article examines the project of the reform of provincial government and, in general, the local government system, proposed by M.N. Muravyov in 1843. Summarizing his rich gubernatorial experience, Muravyov saw the reason for the slowness and ineffective work of provincial boards in the excessive bureaucratization of their work, the huge fl ow of papers, as well as the loss of control and audit functions in relation to lower departments. The methods proposed by Muravyov for solving those problems can be reduced to three main principles: 1) It is necessary to establish fast and effi cient clerical work; 2) The provincial administration is obliged to exercise vigilant and strict control over both the progress of “paper work” and the offi cials themselves, promptly punishing them for slowness; 3) In order for the bureaucratic machine to work smoothly and without failures, strict administrative centralization is necessary. Muravyov's proposals, however, were not heard, and the reform of provincial governments carried out in 1845, failed to overcome the old systemic vices

Problems of Restructuring the Work Style and Strengthening Discipline of the Party-Administrative Elite of the Altai Territory in the Early 1960s

The presented publication is aimed at researching within the elite processes taking place within the framework of the socio-professional group of the party-administrative administrative apparatus of the Altai Territory in the beginning of the 1960s. Archival sources are analyzed. First of all, the documentation stored in the State Archive of the Altai Territory. In particular, the protocols and transcripts of regional party conferences. The study is based on the methodology of the “new social history”, since it is precisely such tools that allow us to consider the party and administrative elite of the Altai Territory as a special social group.
 The authors note that the 1960s became the time to search for ways to transform the professional activities of the state-economic apparatus of power, both at the level of the highest Soviet administrative elite, and in its regional variations.
 It has been established that the main vector of transformations in the professional activities of the party-administrative elite of the Altai Territory in the 1960s the fight against violations of party-state discipline. Such problems as excessive bureaucracy, isolation and abstraction from the real state of affairs, irresponsibility and negligence of the regional administrative apparatus were highlighted.

Main factors and causes that are influencing the digital competences of human resources

The integration of digital technologies in public administration is influenced by the digital competences of human resources. The objectives of this research are to identify the main factors and causes that influence human resources’ level of digital competences and to find out the correlations between factors, causes, and digital competences. The survey was conducted within the National Agency of Civil Servants (NACS) responsible for the management of civil servants from the Romanian public administration. 25 variables were selected and grouped in three categories. The main research instruments used were: SPSS and Principal Component Analysis. According to the research results, the main factors influencing digital competences are social factors, extrinsic motivation factors, and administrative and managerial factors. The main causes with a relevant impact on digital competence development are data security and privacy risks, the dynamic of technologies, lack of continuity in ICT integration in organization activities, and excessive bureaucracy. All variables in the model have positive correlations. The results of the research are useful and interesting both for scholars and governmental institutions. The causes, factors, and correlations between them are discussed for the first time in the specialized literature and are raising up the key elements of digital competences that should be taken into account for an efficient digital transformation of public administration.

Challenges and Potentialities of Sustainability in the Institutional Food Market of Family Farming

Family farming is relevant for the generation of employment and income in the countryside. The objective of this study is to analyze the challenges and potentialities in the socioeconomic dynamics of agriculture through the institutional food market in the area of operation of a family farming cooperative. A qualitative case study was carried out in the north of the state of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, through eighteen in-depth interviews. Data were analyzed using the content analysis method, considering five categories: economic, social, environmental, food security, and family succession. The results indicate that labor shortage and excessive bureaucracy are constant challenges. Furthermore, effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, lack of information, and lack of succession are among the main challenges of the institutional market from the perspective of the social agents participating in the research. On the other hand, the institutional commercialization channel, via the National School Feeding Program, is a consolidated public policy in the region, and one of the greatest benefits identified was the increase in the income of the cooperative members. Among the main potentialities of the institutional market from the agents’ point of view are income guarantee, institutional relations, support from cooperatives and technical assistance and rural extension, women’s involvement, and productive diversification. The results can support the implementation and strengthening of similar programs in other countries.

Administrative discretion in states of full democracy and hybrid regime: the example of Germany and Ukraine

The study's urgency is stipulated by the need to clarify the features of administrative discretion in states with different democracy indices (different political regimes) and to describe the verification of compliance with the limits of discretion. The article's purpose is to clarify the correlation between the understanding and administrative discretion boundaries and the type of state according to the level of democratic development. The research is based on the democracy index, determined annually by the Economist Intelligence Unit, according to which states are divided into four types: full democracies, flawed democracies, hybrid regimes, and authoritarian regimes. A comparative method, which was used to compare the perception of administrative discretion in Germany and Ukraine as typical states of full democracies and hybrid regimes, is the basis of the research. The article clarifies that administrative discretion should be understood as a way of exercising the powers of administrative authorities, which involves choosing one of several possible options for behavior in a specific case and is carried out in compliance with the rule of law, human rights, principles of administrative procedures, and the purpose of powers; it is substantiated that in the states of hybrid regimes, the institution of administrative discretion is poorly developed, there are no clear criteria for the discretion boundaries, the issue of judicial control over decisions made by uncertain discretion, and there is excessive bureaucracy. The main provisions of the article can become guidelines for hybrid regime states to improve legislation in the area of discretion implementation.

Impact of Digital Transformation of the Russian Higher Education System on the Need to Develop Competencies and Career Advancement of Scientific and Pedagogical Employees

Introduction. Distance learning, caused by the sanitary and epidemiological situation in the world, has led to the need to restructure the higher education system from the traditional full-time/offline attendance to a distance format. The use of the “newˮ format for higher education assumed the use of digital technologies, therefore there was a need for the formation of appropriate digital and “soft” competencies among the teaching and research staff of higher educational institutions. The purpose of the article is to analyze the satisfaction of teaching and research staff of Russian higher educational institutions with the system of professional and official promotion, their assessment of the need for general professional, organizational and managerial, information communication, regulatory legal and interpersonal competencies in the conditions of digital transformation of the higher education system of the Russian Federation. Materials and Methods. To identify the opinion of scientific and pedagogical workers about changes in the importance of competencies, the development of a business career, the authors conducted a sociological survey of 1,532 scientific and pedagogical workers of higher education. The monitoring was carried out taking into account methodological approaches developed with the participation of the scientific and educational laboratory of the Penza affiliated branch of the Financial University “Strategies for increasing the competitiveness of international activities of universities in the global digital space”. Results. According to the results of the sociological survey, a low level of satisfaction of scientific and pedagogical staff was revealed, caused by the presence of the following problem areas: the prevalence of paper reporting over the scientific and pedagogical activities of employees; excessive bureaucracy that hinders professional and official development; an incorrect system of performance indicators; the absence of a unified career development model for scientific and pedagogical staff of educational institutions. Practice-oriented recommendations have been developed in the field of digital and “softˮ competencies, the formation of a management system for the professional development of scientific and pedagogical staff. Discussion and Conclusion. The formulated theses contribute to the development of theoretical and methodological approaches to the study of the level of satisfaction of scientific and pedagogical staff of Russian universities. The presented materials of the article can be used for research purposes by scientists, researchers dealing with similar issues, as well as federal and regional executive authorities, higher educational organizations in the development of professional development programs for teaching staff.