Javier Fernández, an Interim Manager from Asturias in the PSOE

Political parties, like any business sector at a particular time, also need to turn to interim management.

A clear example is the PSOE, which, following Pedro Sánchez’s resignation last October as the party’s General Secretary after a heated meeting of the Federal Committee, appointed Javier Fernández, from Asturias, as chair of the interim committee that is taking charge of the PSOE’s leadership.

The Asturian politician has become the head of a team of interim managers within the PSOE, whose role is to oversee the party’s transition until the appointment of a new Secretary-General, performing change management in the most positive way possible. This is reflected in the English edition of the newspaper EL PAÍS in this article.

This role must be carried out in accordance with the values that characterise interim managers:

• Accountability: They take responsibility until objectives are achieved. • Effectiveness: They receive the necessary support to successfully carry out their mission. With their experience and professional vision, they add value to organisations. • Experience: A long track record in roles where they have held positions of great responsibility, enabling them to be productive and make an impact that is evident from the outset. • Objectivity: They have a global perspective and contribute innovative and practical insights. • Immediacy: Their management role can begin within a few days, a crucial factor when time is of the essence. They act pragmatically and effectively, taking control of the situation as quickly as possible. • Commitment: In addition to their dedication to service and willingness to take on challenges, interim managers’ future careers depend on their past results, which fosters a high level of commitment and professional dedication.

In short, engaging an Interim Manager is the perfect solution for transitional management, carrying out executive duties during a transitional period with a swift and effective start, efficient implementation and an orderly conclusion.

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