MOH

Ministry of Health
Royal Government of Bhutan

Vision

Excel in policy, planning, monitoring and research functions in guiding strategic resource allocation and development, fostering new initiatives, and supporting evidence-based decision-making in pursuit of making Bhutan “a Nation with Best Health”

Mission

To provide strategic direction and creating an enabling environment to the Health sector for sound policy, planning and effective coordination through strengthened management and professional development

Our Values

The core values of PPD include passion for learning, enthusiasm to achieve greater heights and professionalism in our service delivery through:
• Acquiring, analyzing, and sharing knowledge.
• Ethically managing the resources entrusted to PPD.
• Fostering an environment where growth, renewal and risk taking are supported.
• Demonstrating graceful professionalism in relationships with institutional and external partners.
• Recognizing, respecting, and reveling individual and collective differences and strengths.

Transparency is our strength

The Secretariat operates through six key divisions where each division plays a vital role in supporting the organization’s strategic goals, ensuring smooth governance, operational efficiency and alignment with policies to meet national objectives effectively.

Broad mandates of PPD

The following are the broad mandates of the division: 

  • Formulation and review of health and health related policies and legislations. 
  • Strategic and operational planning including coordination and facilitation of Dzongkhag Health Sectoral plans
  • Resource mobilization and coordination of external assistance 
  • Coordination and monitoring of plans and programmes including APA
  • Evaluation of strategic plans, policies and programmes
  • Build/strengthen/maintain a robust national health research system
  • Review proposals for private health services and strategy documents
  • Health sector information management
  • Focal for Media, Gender, Child, Parliament 
  • Secretarial support services to HLC, REBH, National and International Health   Conferences
  • Provide strategic advice to Minister and Secretary

 

Mandates of the Divisions

ICT Services

  • Maintain Local Area Network (LAN) and ensure smooth internet connectivity
  • Support procurement of ICT-related equipment and software
  • Maintain and provide access to the IT systems hosted in the Ministry
  • Technical support of website excluding content management
  • Support ministry’s personnel on their daily ICT needs
  • Manage Google accounts for the users

Finance Division

  • Facilitate efficient and effective financial services by ensuring transparency and accountability for a dynamic Public Financial Management system in the Agency

Legal Services

  • As legal Guardian of the Ministry, ensure compliance of the Organization’s activities and decisions with the applicable legal framework through legal advice and guidance

Human Resource Division (HRD)

  • Analyze and forecast human resource needs to meet organizational objectives
  • Develop recruitment and retention strategies to attract and retain talent
  • Identify training needs and implement capacity-building programs
  • Promote lifelong learning and skills enhancement for employees
  • Reward and recognize outstanding performance
  • Implement performance appraisal systems to evaluate and improve employee output
  • Develop, review, and enforce HR policies, rules, and regulations
  • Offer career growth opportunities through mentoring, coaching, and succession planning
  • Oversee employee benefits, such as insurance, retirement plans, and leave policies
  • Maintain accurate employee records and data
  • Collect employee feedback and use data to make informed HR decisions

Administration and Procurement Services

  • Efficient delivery of support services including procurement and other logistics as per the existing legislations and policies
  • Effective and efficient utilization of public resources as per FRR
  • To effectively coordinate and ensure procurement of all goods/services/contracts are carried out following due process for efficiency, transparency and uniformity within the Ministry
  • Provide welfare programs, benefits, and support services for employees
  • Foster a positive work culture and address employee grievances
  • Ensure proper maintenance and management of office facilities, equipment, and assets
  • Maintain accurate records of organizational assets and inventory
  • Ensure proper disposal or transfer of obsolete or unserviceable items
  • Manage transportation services, including vehicle allocation, maintenance, and fuel management
  • Ensure security and safety measures are implemented across facilities
  • Manage office supplies and ensure the availability of necessary resources
  • Ensure proper archiving and retrieval of documents for audit and reporting purposes

Office of the Minister and Secretary (PS/PAs)

  • Act as the central hub for communication between the Minister, Secretary, and other departments, agencies, or stakeholders
  • Coordinate meetings, official engagements, and inter-departmental collaborations
  • Facilitate the dissemination of policies, directives, and decisions
  • Provide administrative assistance to the Minister and Secretary, including correspondence management and record-keeping.
  • Organize schedules, travel arrangements, and protocol management for official functions
  • Ensure the office operates efficiently by managing resources and staff effectively
  • Maintain accurate records of meetings, decisions, and key actions for accountability and reference
  • Manage protocol for official ceremonies, visits, and interactions with dignitaries
  • Oversee public relations efforts, including media interactions and public communications
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