Planning, M&E and Economy Management Directorate
The Strategic Planning, Monitoring, and Economic Administration Directorate plays a pivotal role in ensuring the effective development, implementation, and evaluation of health sector programs. Through meticulous planning and coordination, the directorate aligns national health policies with global commitments, ensuring that resources are utilized efficiently to enhance healthcare service delivery. By conducting situational analyses and forecasting, it identifies healthcare needs, service gaps, and emerging health challenges, allowing for data-driven decision-making. Furthermore, the directorate fosters intersectoral collaboration, integrating health policies with other development sectors to create a comprehensive and well-coordinated approach to improving public health outcomes.
Monitoring and evaluation are essential components of a resilient health system, and the directorate ensures the establishment of robust M&E frameworks to track performance and inform policy decisions. By defining and assessing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), it evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of healthcare interventions, enabling continuous improvement in service delivery. Regular performance reviews and evaluations help maintain transparency and accountability, allowing for timely corrective actions where needed. The directorate also facilitates the collection and dissemination of accurate performance data, ensuring that government agencies, donors, and stakeholders can access reliable information for strategic planning and decision-making.
Objectives of the Health Planning, M&E and Economy Management Directorate Director:
Strategic Planning and Policy Alignment
Develop and implement short-term, medium-term, and long-term health sector plans.
Ensure health sector plans align with national health policies and international commitments.
Conduct situational analysis and forecasting to guide health service expansion and improvement.
Facilitate intersectoral collaboration and policy integration to strengthen health development.
Performance Monitoring and Evaluation
Establish and implement robust monitoring and evaluation (M&E) frameworks.
Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess health sector progress.
Conduct periodic performance reviews and evaluations to ensure accountability.
Provide data-driven recommendations to support evidence-based decision-making.
Ensure timely and comprehensive reporting on health sector activities and outcomes.
Financial and Economic Administration
Develop and oversee budget planning, allocation, and expenditure management.
Ensure efficient and transparent financial resource utilization in the health sector.
Mobilize and coordinate domestic and international financial resources for health programs.
Conduct economic analysis and cost-effectiveness studies to optimize resource utilization.
Strengthen financial accountability mechanisms and internal auditing processes.
Health Infrastructure and Resource Planning
Plan and coordinate investments in healthcare infrastructure and medical equipment.
Optimize the allocation of human resources based on health system needs.
Support digital transformation and enhancements in health information systems.
Ensure sustainable supply chain management for essential medical supplies and pharmaceuticals.
Strengthening Health Sector Governance and Leadership
Support evidence-based policy formulation and decision-making.
Enhance leadership and governance structures within the health sector.
Promote stakeholder engagement and multi-sectoral collaboration.
Facilitate capacity-building programs for health administrators and policymakers.
Research and Innovation for Health System Improvement
Conduct operational research to inform health policies and strategic interventions.
Promote the use of innovative technologies and digital health solutions.
Strengthen partnerships with academic and research institutions.
Support pilot projects and scale up successful health interventions.
Enhancing Equity and Universal Health Coverage (UHC)
Develop policies and strategies to achieve universal health coverage.
Address healthcare disparities and promote equitable access to services.
Strengthen financial protection mechanisms to reduce out-of-pocket healthcare expenses.
Improve health financing models to support underserved and vulnerable populations.
The Health Planning, Monitoring & Evaluation, and Economic Management Directorate plays a critical role in ensuring the efficient and sustainable management of health sector resources, promoting accountability, and enhancing the overall performance of the healthcare system.