Theoretical Construction and Practical Pathways of an Integrated Mechanism for “Recruitment, Development, Utilization, and Retention” of Ideological and Political Work Teams in Border Region Universities

Abstract

Strengthening the construction of ideological and political (I&P) work teams in border region universities is not only a crucial measure to fulfill the fundamental task of fostering virtue through education, but also a strategic underpinning for regional stable development and long-term peace and stability. On this basis, this paper takes the team construction of I&P staff in border region universities as the research object, briefly analyzes the connotation and construction principles of the integrated “Recruitment, Development, Utilization, and Retention” mechanism. In view of practical dilemmas facing border region universities such as difficulties in recruiting high-level I&P talents, insufficient targeted training support, and imperfect talent retention mechanisms, this paper proposes practical pathways from five dimensions: talent recruitment, talent cultivation, talent deployment, talent retention, and overall coordination linkage. It aims to provide theoretical references and practical guidance for border region universities to build a stable, professional and reliable I&P workforce.