The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Oleksandr Syrsky, has set new tasks for brigade commanders. In accordance with the directive of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, each brigade commander must now create a full-time recruiting unit. This step, as stated in a message on the official Facebook page of the General Staff, will contribute to improving the organization and support of volunteer recruitment activities.
According to the information, the innovation will be an important stage in the process of attracting volunteers, as it will allow brigade commanders to directly control the recruitment process and ensure effective work with potential servicemen. This approach will allow for a prompt response to the army's needs for new personnel.
It should be noted that on October 1, 2024, an amendment was made to the Resolution of the Government of Ukraine dated May 16, 2024 No. 560, which allows commanders of military units to recruit volunteers directly into their units, without resorting to territorial recruitment centers. This changed the structure of recruiting, giving more autonomy to the command to accept new soldiers.
Previously, the Armed Forces of Ukraine already had recruiting centers in various branches of the military, such as the Ground Forces, the Navy, the Airborne Assault Forces, the Special Operations Forces, and the Territorial Defense. They continue their work, improving recruiting strategies and expanding their capabilities.
For her part, Deputy Minister of Defense of Ukraine for Digital Development Kateryna Chornohorenko reported that over 5 thousand applications from Ukrainians were submitted through the “Reserve+” service in two weeks. Among the most popular vacancies are UAV operators, as well as work in intelligence and headquarters. This emphasizes the high interest in service among citizens, especially in such important areas as defense and intelligence.
Thus, new initiatives of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and changes in legislation will be able to ensure more effective mobilization and recruitment of necessary personnel to the ranks of the Ukrainian army, which is an important aspect for strengthening the country's defense capabilities.
