Structure

Department Structure

The Department of Local Authorities (DLA) is led by a Director overseeing regional administration, finance, and planning. Key roles include Secretaries General, a Decentralization Manager, regional finance officers, and development planners. Provincial Planners, Accountants, and 71 Area Administrators support local governance, alongside essential office and logistical staff​.

Overview of Departments Structure

Governance Structure

The governing structure consists of three tiers: the National Government, which formulates national policies the Provincial Government, which manages regional issues
and implements national policies locally and the middle tier of governance; and the Area Council, the closest tier to communities, focused on local governance and
administer Government and non-Government Services at the Community level. This multi-tiered approach ensures responsive and accountable governance at all levels.