Leadership & Governance

Chairman: Abdillahi Osman Ali

Role:

  • Leads policy execution and oversees DDR programs.

Responsibilities:

  1. Strategic Leadership – Sets the vision and policy direction of the DDR Agency.
  2. Policy Development – Establishes and updates DDR strategies.
  3. Inter-Governmental Coordination – Engages with national and international partners.
  4. Monitoring & Evaluation – Ensures effectiveness of DDR programs.
  5. Public Relations & Advocacy – Represents DDR in national and global forums.
  6. Security Coordination – Works with law enforcement agencies.
  7. Financial Oversight – Approves budgets and financial allocations.

Hierarchy Structure

1. Department of Administration & Finance

Responsibilities:

  1. Budget Planning & Execution – Develops annual budgets.
  2. Financial Reporting – Maintains transparency in expenditures.
  3. HR Management – Recruits and manages staff.
  4. Logistics & Procurement – Ensures efficient resource allocation.
  5. Audit & Compliance – Conducts internal financial audits.
  6. Payroll & Benefits Management – Handles salaries and benefits.
  7. Facility Management – Ensures office infrastructure and equipment.

2. Department of Disarmament

Responsibilities:

  1. Weapons Collection & Destruction – Oversees surrender and safe disposal of arms.
  2. Community Disarmament Outreach – Educates the public on disarmament benefits.
  3. Security Screening – Evaluates individuals for DDR participation.
  4. Database Management – Tracks disarmament progress.
  5. Collaboration with Law Enforcement – Coordinates security enforcement.
  6. Policy Implementation – Ensures compliance with DDR disarmament policies.
  7. Risk Assessment – Identifies potential security threats.

3. Department of Demobilization

Responsibilities:

  1. Combatant Registration – Identifies and registers ex-combatants.
  2. Counselling & Psychological Support – Provides trauma rehabilitation.
  3. Identity Verification – Issues DDR program identification cards.
  4. Health Screening & Medical Aid – Provides medical support.
  5. Education & Skill Training – Prepares ex-combatants for reintegration.
  6. Stakeholder Engagement – Works with local authorities.
  7. Data Collection & Analysis – Monitors program efficiency.

4. Department of Reintegration

Responsibilities:

  1. Job Placement Programs – Links participants to employment.
  2. Microfinance & Entrepreneurship Support – Provides small business funding.
  3. Community Reconciliation Programs – Fosters peace and acceptance.
  4. Education Scholarships – Assists in formal education opportunities.
  5. Social Welfare Services – Ensures basic needs support.
  6. Vocational Training Centers – Offers practical skills training.
  7. Partnership Development – Engages NGOs for additional support.

5. Department of Planning & Policy

Responsibilities:

  1. Strategic DDR Planning – Develops long-term DDR policies.
  2. Program Evaluation – Conducts performance audits.
  3. Research & Data Analysis – Studies the impact of DDR programs.
  4. Legislation & Policy Advocacy – Drafts legal frameworks.
  5. International Partnerships – Establishes global DDR alliances.
  6. Crisis Management Strategies – Develops emergency response plans.
  7. Annual Reports & Publications – Maintains documentation for stakeholders.