Department of Planning and Policy

Northeastern State of Somalia

Director's Office

Meet the Director

Mr. Guled Awale Jama — Head of the Department of Planning and Policy, Ministry of Public Works, Transport, Housing and Reconstruction.

Mr. Guled Awale Jama

Mr. Guled Awale Jama

Director — Planning & Policy Former Director of the Housing Department

Department of Planning and Policy
Ministry of Public Works, Transport, Housing and Reconstruction

Email: guledawale824@gmail.com Phone: +252634599670

Welcome

Head of the Department of Planning and Policy

Planning is the foundation of development. We work to build a modern, efficient department grounded in reliable data to achieve the development goals of Northeastern Somalia.

Mr. Guled Awale Jama leads the Department of Planning and Policy at the Ministry of Public Works, Transport, Housing and Reconstruction. He previously served as Director of the Housing Department at the same ministry, where he led the registration of public-interest properties, government assets across the security sector, and the introduction of revenue collection from publicly owned properties. He brings broad experience in development planning, project coordination, programme monitoring, and ministry-wide policy design, and continues to support efforts to strengthen public revenue and the quality of transport services.

  • Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Technology (BMLT)
  • Bachelor of Public Administration (BPA)
  • Master of Public Works (MPW)
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Professional Responsibilities & Achievements

A summary of duties carried out and milestones delivered across both the Planning Department and, previously, the Housing Department at the Ministry of Public Works, Transport, Housing and Reconstruction.

Responsibilities & Achievements as Director of the Planning Department

  1. Prepared the Ministry's annual work plan.
  2. Developed the Ministry's quarterly work plans.
  3. Supervised and monitored departmental implementation of approved monthly plans.
  4. Prepared the proposal for the new Las Anod Airport project.
  5. Compiled the Ministry's 2024–2025 two-year performance report.
  6. Trained and guided departments on the preparation, use, and completion of monthly and quarterly planning forms.
  7. Conducted training programs for the traffic police force.
  8. Trained staff at the Las Anod headquarters.
  9. Trained staff at the Buuhoodle branch office.
  10. Established a digital system to improve departmental operations and workflow.

Responsibilities & Achievements as Former Director of the Housing Department

  1. Developed licensing procedures for real estate companies.
  2. Registered public-interest properties occupied by civilians.
  3. Registered government properties allocated to the police sector.
  4. Registered government properties allocated to the military sector.
  5. Registered government properties allocated to the correctional services sector.
  6. Registered public properties used by government offices and social affairs institutions.
  7. Registered government vehicles.
  8. Implemented and managed revenue collection from public-interest properties occupied by civilians by introducing a rental payment system during his tenure as Director.

Director's Message

"Assalamu alaikum. Warm greetings to you all. I thank the staff of the Department of Planning and Policy, our coordinators, and every partner who is part of this journey toward stronger institutions and better services."

"Our department focuses on annual planning, monitoring and evaluation of development projects, shaping ministry-wide policies, and aligning programmes across the regions of Northeastern Somalia. We aim to improve efficiency, accountability, and the quality of services the ministry delivers."

"I am committed to strengthening staff skills through regular training, cooperation with other institutions, and modern, data-driven approaches. Together, we can meet our development goals and serve our communities effectively."

Email: guledawale824@gmail.com Phone Number: +252634599670
Roles

Core Responsibilities

Key functions of the Director of Planning and Policy.

Annual Planning

Preparing, coordinating, and tracking the ministry's annual plans across departments and units.

Policy Development

Developing policies and frameworks that guide ministry operations and service delivery.

Programme Oversight

Tracking ministry programme progress and ensuring implementation remains aligned with policy and planning priorities.

Institutional Partnership

Engaging other ministries, international organisations, and development partners.

Staff Development

Training and upskilling ministry staff to deliver high-quality services.

Data Management

Maintaining and using data to support decisions and planning.