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REPUBLIC OF SEYCHELLES
PUBLIC SECTOR FUNCTIONS MANUAL
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
NATIONAL HOUSE
VICTORIA
JUNE 2008
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PUBLIC SECTOR ORGANISATION AND FUNCTIONS MANUAL
TABLE OF CONTENTS
GENERAL ORGANISATION OF THE SEYCHELLES GOVERNMENT 1 - 2
PRESIDENT AND COMMANDER-IN-CHIEF 3 - 4
OFFICE OF THE VICE-PRESIDENT AND PORTFOLIO RESPONSIBILITIES 5 - 6
CONSTITUTIONAL APPOINTEES
Constitutional Appointees 7
Office of the Attorney General 8
Office of the Ombudsman 8
Office of the Auditor General 8
Office of the Electoral Commissioner 9
Public Service Appeal Board 9
THE LEGISLATURE
The National Assembly 10
THE JUDICIARY
The Judiciary 11
Seychelles Court of Appeal 11
Supreme Court 12
Magistrate’s Court 12
Rent Board 12
THE EXECUTIVE
The Structure of the Public Sector 13 -14
PRESIDENT’S OFFICE AND PROTFOLIO RESPONSIBILITIES
President’s Office 15-16
Risk and Disaster Management 17
Information and Public Relations 18
Department of Defence 19
Department of Police 20-21
Department of Legal Affairs 22-23
VICE-PRESIDENT’S PORTFOLIO RESPONSIBILITIES
Department of Public Administration 24 - 26
Department of Internal Affairs 27 - 28
MINISTRIES
Ministry of Finance 29
Ministry of Foreign Affairs 30 - 31
Ministry of National Development 32 - 36
Ministry of Community Development, Youth, Sports and Culture 37 - 44
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Ministry of Environment, Natural Resources and Transport 45 - 51
Ministry of Education 52 - 53
Ministry of Health and Social Development 54 –56
Ministry of Employment and Human Resources Development 57 - 59
COMMERCIAL PARASTATAL ORGANISATIONS
Air Seychelles Ltd 60 – 61
Development Bank of Seychelles 62
Housing Finance Company 63
Island Development Company 64
Properties Management Corporation 65
Public Utilities Corporation 66 – 68
Seychelles Civil Aviation Authority 69
Seychelles International Mercantile Banking Corporation 70
Seychelles Petroleum Company Ltd 71 – 72
Seychelles Public Transport Corporation 73 – 74
Seychelles Savings Bank 75
Seychelles Trading Company 76 – 77
Small Enterprise Promotion Agency 78
OTHER PARASTATAL AGENCIES
Health Services Authority 79
National Arts Council 80
National Human Resources Development Council 81 – 82
National Sports Council 83 – 84
National Statistics Bureau 85
Seychelles Broadcasting Corporation 86
Seychelles Bureau of Standards 87 – 88
Seychelles Centre for Marine Research and Technology – Marine Parks Authority 89 – 90
Seychelles Fishing Authority 91 – 92
Seychelles Heritage Foundation 93
Seychelles Institute of Management 94
Seychelles International Business Authority 95
Seychelles Investment Bureau 96
Seychelles Licensing Authority 97 – 98
Seychelles Pension Fund 99
Seychelles Ports Authority 100
Seychelles Qualification Authority 101
Seychelles Tourism Board / Seychelles Tourism Academy 102 - 103
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THE GENERAL ORGANISATION OF THE
SEYCHELLES GOVERNMENT
Supreme Court Court of Appeal
Attorney General Auditor General
Ombudsman Electoral Commission
Public Service Appeal Board
Constitutional Appointment
Authority
THE LEGISLATURE THE JUDICIARY
CABINET
Public Service Parastatal
Executive Forum
Public Sector
THE EXECUTIVE
Vice-President
President and Commander-in-Chief
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The Government of Seychelles is based on the Constitution and the details of the State's structure and
responsibilities are defined by the Constitution.
The State's structure has three branches:
The Executive Branch.
The Legislative Branch.
The Judicial Branch.
THE EXECUTIVE BRANCH
The executive authority of the Republic is vested in the President and exercised in accordance with the
Constitution and laws of Seychelles.
THE LEGISLATIVE BRANCH
The legislative power vested in the National Assembly is exercised by Bills that relate to state matters,
passed by the Assembly and assented to or deemed to have been assented to by the President.
THE JUDICIAL BRANCH
The judicial power of Seychelles is vested in the Judiciary which consists of the Court of Appeal of
Seychelles, the Supreme Court of Seychelles, and other Courts and tribunals.
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OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT AND
COMMANDER-IN-CHIEF
1. Legal Basis
The Constitution of the Republic of Seychelles, Article 50, provides for a President of Seychelles who shall
be Head of State, Head of Government and Commander-in-Chief of the Defence Forces of Seychelles
2. Powers and Functions of the President
In addition to the powers and functions expressly conferred on or assigned to the President by the
Constitution or by any written law whether enacted before or after the commencement of the
Constitution, the President shall have the power to:
Make the State of the Nation Address in the National Assembly at the commencement of each
year.
Establish and abolish offices for the Republic.
Appoint to an office or the designation of a person subject to the approval of the National
Assembly.
Receive, recognize and accredit Ambassadors, High Commissioners, Plenipotentiaries and other
diplomatic agents.
Cabinet
Department of
Risk and Disaster
Management
Department of
Presidential Affairs
& State House
Administration
Department of
Information and
Public Relations
President's
Office
Special Advisor
Environment
Affairs
Special Duties
President's Private
Office
Department of
Defence
Department of
Police
Department of
Legal Affairs
Seychelles Petroleum
Company Ltd.
President's Portfolio
Responsibilities
President and
Commander-in-Chief
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Appoint a person as Ambassador, High Commissioner or any other principal representative of
Seychelles to represent Seychelles abroad.
Execute or cause to be executed treaties, agreements or conventions in the name of the
Republic.
Grant to any person convicted of any offence a pardon.
3. Cabinet
The President presides at meetings of the Cabinet. The Cabinet is responsible for advising the President
with respect to the policy of the Government and with respect to such other matters as may be referred
to it by the President. The Cabinet Secretariat is headed by a Cabinet Secretary and is responsible to the
President for the management and coordination of all procedural operational and logistical services
supporting formal Cabinet activities in scheduling of Cabinet business.
4. Executive Authority
The Executive Authority of the Republic of Seychelles is vested in the President and shall be exercised in
accordance with the Constitution. Subject to the Constitution, the President may exercise the executive
authority either directly or through persons holding office in the service of the Republic.
4.1 Portfolio Responsibilities
The President holds the political responsibility for departments that are not specifically
allocated to a minister. The portfolio responsibilities of the President are:
Department of Legal Affairs;
Department of Police; and the
Department of Defence.
4.2 President’s Office
The President‟s Office is separated into four entities:
President‟s Private Office;
Presidential Affairs
Department of Risk and Disaster Management;
Department of Information and Public Relations
Special Duties
Details are provided under the Executive section.
5. Commander-In-Chief
The President is the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces.
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OFFICE OF THE VICE-PRESIDENT AND
PORTFOLIO RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Legal Basis
The Constitution of the Republic of Seychelles (4th Amendment) Act, No 14 of 1996 provides for a Vice-
President, who shall assume the office of the President where the President dies, resigns or is removed
from office. The act also makes provision for the Vice-President to discharge the functions of President
during temporary absence from office. It further states that the Vice-President shall perform the functions
assigned to him by the Constitution, an Act or the President.
2. Advisory Function
As head of the second highest office in the country, the Vice-President provides the President with advice
on how to efficiently attain the goals and objectives of government.
3. Ceremonial Function
The Vice-President performs ceremonial function through meetings with representatives of foreign
government, receives foreign dignitaries, ambassadors, foreign investors, and other foreign officials and
represents the government in official gatherings.
4. Constituency Function
The Vice-President performs constituency functions through consultations with citizens; these interactions
serve to provide the Vice-President with first hand knowledge of their problems and enable him to advise
the President on the formulation of realistic policies, and where necessary make recommendations to the
relevant government agency.
Vice President's
Office
Department of
Public Administration
Department of
Internal Affairs
Vice President's
Portfolio
Responsibilities
Vice President
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5. Executive Function
5.1 Cabinet
As a member of the Cabinet, the Vice-President participates in the formulation of policies and
ensures, as administrator of the Public Service, the implementation of government programmes
and projects.
5.2 Portfolio Responsibilities
The Vice-President holds the portfolio responsibilities of the following Departments:
Public Administration; and
Internal Affairs
Details are provided under the Executive section.
6. Vice-President’s Private Office
Provides the necessary technical and support services to the Vice-President in the performance of his
tasks to enable him to perform his functions effectively and efficiently.
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CONSTITUTIONAL APPOINTEES
1. CONSTITUTIONAL APPOINTMENTS AUTHORITY
The Constitution, article 139(1), provides for a Constitutional Appointments Authority, which shall
perform the functions conferred upon it by the constitution and any other law.
2. THE COURT OF APPEAL
The Constitution, article 121 establishes a Court of Appeal which shall consist of:
a President of the Court of Appeal and two or more other Justices of Appeal; and
the judges who shall be ex-officio members of the court.
3. THE SUPREME COURT
The Constitution, article 125(3) establishes a Supreme Court consisting of Chief Justice, the Puisne
Judges and subject to clause (5) the Masters of the Supreme Court.
Judges of the
Supreme Court
Judges of the
Court of Appeal
Members of the
Constitutional Appointments'
Authority
Office of the
Attorney General
Office of the
Ombudsman
Office of the
Auditor General
Office of the
Electoral Commissioner
Members of the
Public Service Appeal
Board
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4. OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL
The Constitution, article 76 (1) provides for an Attorney General who shall be appointed by the President
from candidates proposed by the Constitutional Appointments Authority. The Attorney General shall be
the principal legal adviser to the Government and, subject to clause (11), shall have power, in any case in
which the Attorney General considers it desirable so to:
Institute and undertake criminal proceedings against any person before any court in respect of
any offence alleged to have been committed by that person;
Take over and continue any such criminal proceedings that have been instituted or undertaken
by any other person or authority; and
Discontinue at any stage before judgment is delivered any criminal proceedings instituted or
undertaken under sub clause (a) or by any other person or authority.
The powers of the Attorney General under clause (4) may be exercised by the Attorney General in person
or by subordinate officers acting in accordance with the general or special instructions of the Attorney
General.
5. OFFICE OF THE OMBUDSMAN
The Constitution, article 143 (1), provides for an Ombudsman who shall be appointed by the President
from candidates proposed by the Constitutional Appointments Authority. Subject to the Constitution, the
Ombudsman shall not, in the performance of the office of the Ombudsman, be subject to the direction or
control of any person or authority. The functions are to:
Investigate an action taken by a public authority or the President, Minister, officer or member of
the public authority, being action taken in the exercise of the administrative functions of the
public authority.
Investigate an allegation of fraud or corruption in connection with the exercise by a person of a
function of a public authority.
Assist an individual complainant in respect of legal proceeding in relation to a contravention of
the provisions of the charter.
With leave of the court hearing proceedings relating to a contravention of the provisions of the
charter, become a party to the proceedings.
Initiate proceedings relating to the constitutionality of a law or the provisions of a law.
6. OFFICE OF THE AUDITOR GENERAL
The Constitution, Article 158.(1) provides for an Auditor General appointed by the President from
candidates proposed by the Constitutional Appointments Authority. The Auditor General shall, in the
performance of the functions of the office of Auditor General, not be subject to the direction or control of
any other person or authority, but the President or the National Assembly may request the Auditor
General in the public interest, to audit at any particular time, the accounts of persons or bodies referred
to in clause (3).
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The accounts of the Cabinet Office, the National Assembly, all government departments and offices, all
courts and those related to moneys withdrawn from the Consolidated Fund, all the accounts of any
statutory corporation or such other body as may be specified by or under an Act shall be audited and
reported on by the Auditor General to the National Assembly and for that purpose the Auditor General or
any person authorized or appointed in that behalf by the Auditor General shall have access to all books,
records, returns, information and other documents relating or relevant to those accounts.
7. OFFICE OF THE ELECTORAL COMMISSIONER
The Constitution, Article 115, (1) provides for an Electoral Commissioner appointed by the President
from candidates proposed by the Constitutional Appointments Authority for a term of office of not more
than seven years. Subject to this Constitution, the Electoral Commissioner shall not be subject to the
direction or control of any person or authority in the performance of the functions of the Commissioner
under this Constitution. The Electoral Commissioner is responsible for the conduct and supervision of the
registration of voters and of elections and referenda under the Constitution. The Electoral Commissioner
is to keep under continuous review of the:
number and boundaries of the electoral areas into which Mahé and Praslin are divided having
regard to article 112 (3);
practices and working, including such matters as finance, broadcast and advertising, of political
campaigns in respect of elections and referenda under the Constitution.
The Electoral Commissioner carries out the function of Chief Civil Status Officer as has been delegated by
the Order made under the Transferred delegation of Statutory Function Act, and have such other
functions as may be prescribed by or under the Constitution or an Act.
8. PUBLIC SERVICE APPEAL BOARD
The Constitution, Article 145(1) provides for a Public Service Appeal Board (PSAB), which shall perform,
the functions conferred upon it by the Constitution and any other law. The Public Service Appeal Board
shall hear complaints by persons aggrieved by:
an appointment made to an office;
a promotion to an office;
disciplinary proceedings taken in respect of an officer;
the termination of appointment of a person who was holding an office;
any decision relating to the qualification of a person who has applied for an office or is serving in
an office, in the public service.
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THE NATIONAL ASSEMBLY
Article 77
The Constitution provides for the establishment of a National Assembly. The legislative power of
Seychelles is vested in the National Assembly and is exercised subject to and in accordance with the
Constitution. The National Assembly is one of the three branches of the government.
FUNCTIONS
The legislative power of the National Assembly is exercised by bills passed by the house and assented to,
or deemed to have been assented to by the President.
The National Assembly consists of 25 directly elected members, which is equal to the number of electoral
areas and 9 members elected on the basis of proportional representation.
The Assembly
Secretariat
Clerk of the
National Assembly
Members of the
National
Assembly
Deputy
Speaker
Speaker of the National
Assembly
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THE JUDICIARY
The judicial power of Seychelles is established by the Constitution, article (119) and vested in the
Judiciary which shall consist of the:
Court of Appeal of Seychelles;
Supreme Court of Seychelles; and
Such other subordinate courts or tribunals established pursuant to article 137.
The Judiciary is an independent body subject only to the Constitution and the other laws of Seychelles
1. Seychelles Court Of Appeal
The Constitution, article 120(1) provides for a Court of Appeal which shall have the jurisdiction to hear
and determine appeals from a judgment, direction, decision, declaration, decree, writ or order of the
Supreme Court and such other appellate jurisdiction as may be conferred upon the Court of Appeal by
the Constitution and by or under an Act. The Constitution provides for a right of appeal to the Court of
Appeal from a judgment, direction, decision, declaration, decree, writ or order of the Supreme Court.
Subject to the Constitution and any other law, the authority, jurisdiction and power of the Court of
Appeal may be exercised as provided in the Rules of the Court of Appeal.
Court
Services
Finance
Support
Services
Administration
and Finance
Registrar
Master and
Registrar
Supreme
Court
Court of Appeal
Juvenile
Court
Magistrate
Court
Rent
Board
Tenant
Tribunal
Judges
Chamber
Judges
and Master
Chief Justice
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2. Supreme Court
The Constitution, Article 125, establishes a Supreme Court, which shall, in addition to the jurisdiction and
powers conferred by the Constitution, have:
original jurisdiction in matters relating to the application, contravention, enforcement or
interpretation of the Constitution;
original jurisdiction in civil and criminal matters;
supervisory jurisdiction over subordinate courts, tribunals and adjudicating authority and, in this
connection, have power to issue injunctions, directions, orders or writs including writs or order in
the nature of habeas corpus, certiorari, mandamus, prohibition and quo warrant as may be
appropriate for the purpose of enforcing or securing the enforcement of its supervisory
jurisdiction; and
Such other original, appellate and other jurisdiction as may be conferred on it by or under an Act.
The Supreme Court consists of the Chief Justice, the Puisne Judges, subject to clause (5), the Master of
the Supreme Court.
3. Magistrate's Court
The jurisdiction of the Magistrate‟s Court is applied throughout Seychelles, with sittings held in Victoria
daily and Anse Royale and Praslin one week per month and La Digue once a month. Magistrates exercise
jurisdiction in suits for goods seized in execution of judgment of the Magistrates Court or of the Supreme
Court, provided the value of such goods does not exceed twenty five thousand rupees. They also try
traffic offences.
In Original Jurisdiction, Magistrates hear and determine Civil suits in which the amount claimed or the
value of the subject matter does not exceed twenty five thousand rupees; this includes actions relating to
cancellation of lease and recovery of possession of immovable property from tenant or occupier.
Under Criminal Jurisdiction, Magistrates try offences under the Penal Code specified in the third schedule
thereto.
4. Rent Board
Hears and determines complaints and applications under the "Control of Rent and Tenancy Agreement
Ordinance" - Cap 166 of the Laws of Seychelles - Vol 1V.
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THE EXECUTIVE
Department of Defence
Department of Police
Department of Legal Affairs
Seychelles Petroleum Company
Department of Public Administration
Departmnent of Internal Affairs
Seychelles Tourism Board
Development Bank
of Seychelles
Seychelles Savings
Bank
Seychelles International
Merchantile Banking
Corporation
Seychelles Trading
Company
Seychelles Licensing
Authority
National Statistics
Bureau
Ministry of Finance Ministry of Foreign
Affairs
Seychelles Investment
Bureau
Seychelles International
Business Authority
Small Enterprise
Promotion Agency
Housing Finance
Company
Properties Management
Corporation
Island Development
Company
Seychelles Bureau of
Standards
Public Utilities
Corporation
Electricity
Ministry of National
Development
Air Seychelles
Seychelles Civil
Aviation Authority
Seychelles Ports
Authority
Seychelles Public
Transport Corporation
Seychelles Fishing
Authority
Seychelles Centre for
Maritime Researches and
Technology - Marine Park
Authority
Public Utilities Corporation
Water
Ministry of Environment,
Natural Resources
and Transport
Office of the Mayor
Seychelles Heritage
Foundation
National Sports
Council
National Arts
Council
Ministry of Community
Development, Youth, Sports and Culture
Seychelles Institute of
Management
Seychelles Qualifications
Authority
Ministry of Education
Health Services
Authority
Centre Mont Royale
Drug and Alcohol
Council
Ministry of Health and
Social Development
National Human Resources
Development Council
Ministry of
Employment and Human
Resources Development
Ministers
Vice-President
President
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THE STRUCTURE OF GOVERNMENT – The Executive.
The Public Sector is organised into two main entities: the Public Service and non-ministerial government
entities – parastatal agencies; together they form the Public Sector.
The Public Sector is the machinery of government through which its national objectives are fulfilled.
Through established structures, the allocation of functions and funds and with the direction of
government policy and regulations the business of government is conducted thus providing for the
establishment and management of an apolitical public service that is efficient and effective in serving the
Government, the National Assembly and the public of the Republic of Seychelles.
The Public Service
The Public Service also known as the Civil Service, in a constitutional sense is indistinguishable from the
state; its policies, functions and objectives are determined by Cabinet. The Public Service is organised
into Ministries and Departments and all are the political responsibility of a Minister. The President and
Vice-President are politically responsible for any department that has not been specifically allocated to a
Minister. Ministries and Departments receive their funding from the Ministry of Finance, approved by the
National Assembly. The head of a Ministry or Department in the Public Service, other than the political
head being the Minister, is the Principal Secretary, also known as the Chief Executive, whose primary role
is to implement government policy and advise Ministers. The role of the Public Service is to carry out the
practical and administrative work of government through its public service employees.
Parastatal Agencies
Government is also composed of non-ministerial government entities that work independently of
ministers to whom they are nevertheless accountable. The head of such entities, other than the Minister
being the political head, is the Chief Executive. There are several types of non-ministerial government
entities known as Parastatal Organisations; Councils, Boards, Authorities and Corporations, carrying out
set functions within a government framework, but the degree of operational independence varies. These
bodies exercise executive, administrative, commercial or regulatory functions. They are public institutions
that deliver services for the Government of Seychelles, but they do not set the policy required to carry
out their functions, as these are determined by the department that oversees the agency. Their assets
are the general property of the state and their employees are public sector employees. Parastatal
Organisations, established under the Parastatal Corporations Act, function as the corporate arm of
government, and some operate as a profitable and efficient business.
The authority responsible for public administration is responsible for the management and development
of the public sector. It therefore contributes to efficient government service delivery by reforming and
strengthening public administration management practices across the public sector.
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PRESIDENT’S OFFICE
1. PRESIDENT’S PRIVATE OFFICE
The President‟s Private Office is headed by a Secretary of State, who is responsible to provide advice for
policy formulation and development of strategies that would provide for the implementation of
government programmes and projects. He ensures that administrative and secretarial support is provided
to the President in all his functions.
1.1 Office of Environment Affairs
Given the importance of environment on the national level and on the international agenda, a
special advisor keeps the President abreast of all developments in this field and advises him on
the best practices. The Special Advisor of Environment is also the advisor and Chairperson of
the Seychelles University Foundation.
Office of Environment Affairs
Special Duties
President's Private
Office
PresidentIal Affairs State House
Administration
Principal Secretary
Presidential Affairs and
State House Administration
State Secretary
President
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1.2 Special Duties
Managed by a principal secretary responsible for the Seychelles Young Leaders Programme
that identify young Seychellois graduates with the potential to become leaders and innovators,
and ready to acquire the necessary skills and experiences to take up key leadership positions in
the public and private sectors of the Seychelles economy.
2. PRESIDENTIAL AFFAIRS AND STATE HOUSE ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT
This Department, headed by a principal secretary, consists of two Divisions:
Presidential Affairs Division
State House Administration Division.
2.1 Presidential Affairs
The Principal Secretary ensures that there is appropriate coordination between the President‟s
Office and other branches of Government, and is also responsible for all aspects pertaining to
Presidential protocol, and assuming the lead role in “themes” of national importance. It
organises events hosted by the President and prepares foreign visits undertaken by the
President. It also assists with the organization of incoming visits of Heads of State or
dignitaries.
The Principal Secretary President‟s Office is also the Chairperson of the Chief Executive Officers‟
Forum.
2.2 State House Administration
The Administration Division of President‟s Office maintains the State House building and
annexes, and provides support services to all the Departments/Divisions responsible for
financial and administration control.
This division administers the Ministerial personal emoluments and funds for Constitutional
Appointees as well as the Centralised Overseas Travel Vote.
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OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
RISK AND DISASTER MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT
FUNCTIONS
This Department develops and implements the national emergency management programme that covers
activities related to prevention, preparedness, response and mitigation to disasters.
The Risk and Disaster Management Department is responsible for coordinating rescue operations and
provides assistance to victims of minor disasters.
The Department formulates, develops, analyses and influences policymaking to ensure a comprehensive
and legislated national disaster framework for the Seychelles. In addition, it monitors ongoing and
emerging disasters and emergency situations in the region and country, providing accurate and timely
notification to the National Disaster Council when these occur.
The Risk and Disaster Management Department plans and executes, in collaboration with government
ministries and other organizations, periodic simulation exercises aimed at improving preparedness and
response for disasters.
Early Warning
and Sensitization
Risk and
Disaster
Management
Principal
Secretary
President
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OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
INFORMATION AND PUBLIC RELATIONS DEPARTMENT
FUNCTIONS
The main role of the Department is to publish the Nation as a government newspaper with national and
international dimensions, striving to continuously present Seychelles in a positive light both nationally and
internationally.
The Information and Public Relations Department provides a press information service to the President‟s
Office and liaises with the national and foreign media. It serves as a channel of communication and
relations between the government and the public; publicising in a positive manner, government policies,
programmes and actions, providing a channel for public expression on national issues.
The Department also provides positive information to the national and international media on
developments in Government and Seychelles, and whenever possible, keeps government informed of
reports of Seychelles in the same media.
The Information and Public Relations Department promotes the economic, political social and diplomatic
interest of Seychelles nationally and internationally, as well as the Seychellois national culture and values
that contribute to nation building.
Administration
Media Affairs Public Relations
Principal
Secretary
President
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OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENCE
Legal Cell
Finance Departement
Operations & Training
Branch
Administration &
Logistic Branch
Seychelles
Coast Guard
Seychelles
Defence Academy
Seychelles
Dog Unit
L'Exile Barbarons
Unit
Airwing
Chief of Staff
Brigadier
Headquarters
Commander in Chief
ARTICLE 162 (3)
Subject to the Constitution, the Defence Forces is organized and administered in such manner as may be
provided for by or under an Act. The act may, in particular, provide the charges of indiscipline and other
offences among members of the Defence Forces to be investigated, prosecuted and punished.
FUNCTIONS
The primary function of the Department of Defence is to defend Seychelles and any other area over
which the Republic has proclaimed its jurisdiction. It also performs, as directed by the President,
functions and services of a civil nature so as to participate to the maximum extent in the task of national
development and of emergency providing assistance to civil authorities, especially in:
a civil disaster;
in the restoration and maintenance of public order and security;
in Seychelles, or in any other area which the Republic has proclaimed its jurisdiction.
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OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
DEPARTMENT OF POLICE
1. Office of the Commissioner of Police
Develops operating policies, procedures and directs the administrative functions of the force by
monitoring and coordinating the operation of the supporting wings; issues disciplinary orders, directives
and professional guidance and initiates improvement of methods and modernization of the police service
in all areas.
Advisory and
Research Office
Compol Administration
Office
Special Branch
Major Crime
Investigative
Support
Technical and
Scientific
Crime Support
Wing
Community
Policing
Traffic
Communication
Centre
Fire Brigade
Tourism Police
Operation Support
Wing
Publice
Order
Protective Services
Police Unit
Public Security
Support Wing
Port and Airport
Police Support Wing
Seychelles Police
Academy
Professional
Standard
Human
Resources
Resources
Development Support
Wing
Adminsitration
Finance
Civil Administration
and Finance
Services
Commissioner of
Police
President
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2. Crime Support Wing comprises of the Major Crime Section and Technical and Scientific Unit. The
Major Crime Section investigates serious and complex criminal cases and incidents such as
homicide, robbery, sex crime, domestic conflict, child abuse incident, commercial fraud,
counterfeiting or forgery of currency, other commercial instrument and travel and identity documents
while the the Technical and scientific unit provides supportive investigation in areas of forensic
laboratory examinations and fingerprint searches.
3. Operation Support Wing comprises of the Community policing section, the Traffic Section, the
Traffic Section, the Communication and Command Centre and the Auxiliary Units. Police Officers in
the Community Policing Section are the front-line forces serving the community at all times with the
help of district officers who place strong emphasis on enlisting community support; the Traffic
Section is responsible for the enforcement of traffic laws and regulations, detection and prevention
of traffic infringements; the Communication and Command Centre operates on a twenty four
hour basis to man the two telephone stations; transfer emergency calls received on 999 to the
respective emergency stations (eg. Hospital, Fire Brigade). It assesses and transmits call for
assistance or related criminal information; the Auxiliary units are comprised of the Fire Brigade
Unit and the Tourism Police Unit. The Fire Brigade‟s primary role is fire fighting and rescue with the
added responsibility of the Major Disaster Planning Committee and Civil Emergency Preparedness.
The primary role of the Tourism Police unit is to provide extraneous support to the regular police
by the execution of its specific duties and commitments in the guidance, security and surveillance of
tourists in the country.
4. Public Security Support Wing
This Special Support Unit provides the Commissioner of Police with a readily available reserve of
manpower able to deal with any internal security situation.
5. Port and Airport Police Support Wing’s prime responsibility is aviation security and transit
security at the airports and sea ports.
6. Resources Development Support Wing’s primary role is to raise professionalism in the police
service by enforcing the code of ethics and conduct, and by maintaining strict discipline and high
morale. This Wing also deals with citizen complaints and conducts disciplinary processes through its
Internal Affairs Unit.
7. The Civil Administration and Finance Services deals with all administrative matters as police
budget, police contracts and police information and management, including the management of all
financial matters and transactions relating to revenue and expenditure e.g payroll, purchases and
stores management.
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OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
DEPARTMENT OF LEGAL AFFAIRS
1. Attorney General Chambers
The AG‟s Chambers is responsible for criminal prosecution, civil litigation and notarial work. It advises
Government on all legal matters pertaining to international law and international relations and on all
aspects of international contracting, and provides legal advice and services to Government organisations.
The Attorney General‟s Chambers represents the Government in:
disputes arising whilst contracts are in force;
all Civil suits involving the Government.
1.1 State Counsel
State Counsel‟s are the legal advisers in all aspects of public administration law, criminal law,
international law, legislation and law reform, and thus are able to provide a vast array of legal
expertise to the government of Seychelles; they represent the Government in civil and criminal
cases. They also assist the Judiciary in the fair and impartial administration of justice when
carrying out their prosecutorial functions.
1.2 Legislative Drafting
The Attorney-General‟s Chambers is also responsible for the drafting of legislation. In carrying out
the task of drafting parliamentary Bills the legal draftsmen work closely with other Ministries,
Departments and other Government entities. The drafting of statutory instruments is also the
responsibility of this office.
Administration
Civil
Criminal
Specialised
Attorney General's
Chambers
Administration
and Finance
Company and
Business
Land Registration
Trade Mark
Registration
Law Reform
Legal
Drafting
Attorney General
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1.3 Public Prosecution
The Attorney-General‟s Chambers is vested with the power under the Constitution to institute,
proceed and discontinue once instituted any criminal proceedings and Public Prosecutors assist in
the conduct of criminal trials held in the Supreme Court and Magistrates Courts.
2. Registration
The Registrar-General‟s Office, a statutory agency within the Attorney General‟s Office, commits to serving
the government by managing a number of Registries, namely, the registration of Land Titles; Business
Names and Associations amongst others. Additionally, the Registrar-General‟s Office guarantees access to
and advice relating to the Registries. This commitment translates into continuously high quality and timely
service to its clients, including the public, non-governmental organisations, industries and small businesses.
Both the Registrar General and deputy need to be qualified as a barrister, solicitor or attorney to be able to
adjudicate in certain matters or defend the association against any lawsuits in a Court of law.
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OFFICE OF THE VICE-PRESIDENT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
VISION
Building a Public Service that remains responsive to the needs of the Government and the public it serves
working within a sound enabling administrative framework established and developed in consultation with
all its shareholders.
FUNCTIONS
1. OFFICE OF THE PRINCIPAL SECRETARY
1.1 Contract Administration
The Secretariat of the Public Service Commission is chaired by the Vice-President who is the
minister of the Department of Public Administration. The Principal Secretary of the Department
serves as Secretary to the Commission; responsible for administering the system of contracts
for senior and chief executives in public sector organisations.
Public Sector
Commission
Chief
Executive Forum
Terminal Employment Benefits
Information
Technology Support
Human
Resources
Finance Security Services
Support
Services
Administration
and Finance
Processing &
Monitoring
Management
Audit
Special
Projects
Information, Research
& Documentation
Public Sector
Support
Principal
Secretary
Vice-President
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1.2 Chief Executives’ Forum
The Chief Executives‟ Forum is comprised of all the heads of Government Departments,
Ministries and Parastatal Organisations and agencies. The Principal Secretary Public
Administration is the vice chairperson of the Forum with the Principal Secretary President‟s
Office holding the post of Chairperson.
Matters of common concern within the public sector are discussed in the Chief Executives‟
Forum and where appropriate recommendations are made to Government. This body serves as
a consultative forum on matters that may be referred to it by Cabinet, or by public sector
organisations themselves. The Chief Executives‟ Forum also keeps members informed of major
developments in the public sector and serves as a forum for networking, problem-solving, and
sharing of ideas and experience.
1.3 Terminal Employment Benefits Section
This unit processes Employment Benefits for employees retiring from, or leaving the public
service, and processes claims from former employees who may still be entitled to terminal
benefits in accordance with relevant legislation.
2. Administration and Finance Division
The Division is responsible for the internal administration, human resources management and finances of
the Department. It provides support services to all other divisions and ensures the security of National
House.
The Administration and Finance Division also provides certain centralised services to public sector
employees and organizations, it:
Coordinates the allocation of office accommodation;
Undertakes the payment of housing allowances to returning graduates;
Recommends housing assistance of local employees and expatriate employees;
Makes air travel payment for expatriate employees in the Public Service; and
Controls and executes payment of government pensions, gratuities and compensation benefits
for the Public Service.
2.1 Information Technology Section
This section provides general IT support services to the Department ensuring that the
Department‟s information technology systems are capable of providing the most efficient
means of internal and external maintenance and communication of information.
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3. Public Sector Support Division
The Public Sector Support Division has the general responsibility for developing the public sector
administrative framework, and supporting and monitoring its implementation in public service
organisations.
3.1 Special Projects
The special projects unit develops and monitors the implementation of the general
administrative framework undertaking related research, analysing best practices and proposing
legislation where necessary; accordingly it recommends, develops and produces tools, systems,
procedures, mechanisms and manuals such as schemes of service, the salary structure,
nominal rolls, the Public Sector Orders and Procedures Manual, the Public Sector Organisation
and Functions Manual and Directory, Expatriates and Graduates Handbook and Circulars,
amongst others.
The unit continuously reviews and updates the conditions of service governing public sector
employees especially with regard to improving motivation and production in the public sector
and strives to modernise the way government handles its administrative and management
processes. As an essential component of this unit, delegation of responsibility, the declaration
of assets and expatriate recruitment are monitored, the latter with the implementation of the
localisation policy in mind.
3.2 Public Sector Support Section
Provides support to specific public sector organisations in matters that are either not delegated
to organisations, or matters on which organisations seeks guidance or assistance. It provides a
complete service to organisations in the form of a “one-stop-shop” service.
3.3 Public Sector Audit Section
It conducts confidential establishment and personnel-related audits; compliance to the
Employment Act, other relevant legislation and Government circulars. It verifies the
establishment structure vis-à-vis the budget allocation (MBE). The Public Sector Audit Section
produces reports based on findings and make recommendations to correct unsatisfactory
conditions.
3.4 Information, Research and Documentation Section
This section is responsible for the Personal Data Collection System (PDCS) and the
Documentation Unit that maintains personnel and organisational files, for current use as well
as for public record; a function necessary to support the core functions of public administration,
that operates at the interface between information technology, producers of information and
users of information. Furthermore the Section plays an important role in filtering what is most
useful out of the vast quantity of information available to provide not simply data, but
information that enhances understanding.
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OFFICE OF THE VICE-PRESIDENT
DEPARTMENT OF INTERNAL AFFAIRS
FUNCTIONS
1. Immigration Division
This division co-ordinates all the activities of the Immigration Section and advises government on
immigration control policies that need to be adopted. It ensures that all persons entering or leaving
Seychelles comply with the formalities under the Immigration Decree 1979 (Airport/Port) and maintains
records of all: persons exempted from permits such as staff from foreign diplomatic missions etc.;
foreigners employed by government, liaising with their employing ministry, department, parastatal;
yachts entering and leaving Seychelles; passports issued, as well as Seychelles citizen with dual
citizenship.
Administration and
Finance
Section
Dependent and
Resident Permit
Enforcement and
Investigation
Information
Technology
Work
Permit
Passport and
Citizenship
Airport and
Ports
Immigration
Central
Station
Out
Stations
National Identity
Cards
Civil
Status
Open
Prisons
Special
Prison
Prisons
Principal
Secretary
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The Immigration Division ensures that the Interpol Stop List, the Prohibited Immigrants List and all other
„top lists‟ are efficiently maintained and that the Records Unit maintains an updated database on
immigration. It supervises and effects the processing of passport applications, renewals, extensions,
inclusions and endorsements; ensuring that passport applicants qualify for Seychelles nationality before
approving and issuing passports, and that Seychelles embassies and consulates follow the correct
procedures when processing applications for, and issuing of passports, and processes applications for and
issue visas. This Division scrutinizes and processes applicants for registration or naturalisation as a citizen
of Seychelles and ensures that the conditions relating to the granting of Seychelles citizenship are
complied with, and also processes applications for: Gainful Occupation Permits, including renewal,
extension, endorsement; Dependent's Permits; Residence Permits.
The Immigration Division maintains, in liaison with other units of the section, Management and
Information Systems Division, a computerized database on all aspects of immigration.
2. Civil Status Division
Co-ordinates the activities of the Civil Status Section and its outposts at Anse Royale, La Digue and
Praslin; guaranteeing the registration of births, deaths and celebration of marriages in Seychelles;
maintaining and updating the database on Decree nisi absolute (divorce), Notarial Deeds of
acknowledgement of natural child, adoption orders and change of names; issuing certificates of birth,
death, celibacy and marriage to members of the public upon request; processing applications for change
of names and issuing identity cards for residents of Seychelles. The Civil Status division updates and
maintains the National Population Database, and advises Government on the formulation of policies
pertaining to civil status.
3. Prisons Division
This Division manages all prisons in Seychelles, more specifically it keeps under constant supervision
those convicted, those on remand, and those detained on the order of a court or of the President. The
Prison division looks after the physical and psychological welfare of the prisoners, maintains peace and
order in prison compounds, provides supportive activities, which facilitate rehabilitation and reintegration
of prisoners and runs projects beneficial to the prisoners and the community at large. It permits and
monitors, when necessary, visits by prisoners' relatives. The Prison Division has as one of its functions to
register, place and monitor youths on training schemes. It canvasses for vacancies to facilitate placement
of young persons in apprenticeship schemes and promotes self-employment for the unemployed youth.
The Division networks with craft training centers such as ITC, SHTTC and others for apprenticeship
scheme.
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MINISTRY OF FINANCE
Vision Statement
Ensure that Government pursues finance and economic services that foster sustainable growth in the
national economy through a strong leadership role.
Mission Statement
To effectively plan, generate and manage resources through the implementation of sound fiscal and
economic policies.
FUNCTIONS
1. FINANCE AND TRADE DEPARTMENT
Acts as the financial controller of the government ensuring that fiscal targets are maintained. This
Department coordinates the day to day affairs and administration of the whole ministry. It regulates and
implements the policy of the ministry and advises government and the ministry on macro economic
issues in particular those affecting the overall functioning of government
2. REVENUE COMMISSION
The Commissioner of Tax administers laws relating to the principal sources of government revenue to
include trades tax, GST, business tax and social security.
3. FINANCIAL PLANNING CONTROL DEPARTMENT
The Comptroller General administers financial control and planning with regard to Government
expenditure. This Department administers treasury functions and reports on government performance
regularly to the Principal Secretary, Finance and Trade.
Trade
Tax
Business
Tax
Compliance
Revenue Commission
Concessionery
Credit Agency
Customer
Protection
Policy and
Strategy
Trade
Administration Internal
Audit
Finance and Trade
Department
Trade Treasury Tax
Financial Planning
Financial Planning Control
Department
Minister
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MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS (MFA)
FUNCTIONS
1. Overseas Missions
To promote and project Seychelles‟ image abroad, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has established
diplomatic missions in New York, France, China, Brussels, South Africa and India. In addition it has a
network of 77 Honorary Consuls scattered on every continent.
2. Legal Affairs and Research Unit
The unit prepares, researches, advises and negotiates functions on behalf of Government on matters
relating to Seychelles signature, ratification and accession to International, Regional and Bilateral
Treaties, Conventions and Agreements. This responsibility includes the drafting of laws for domestication
purposes including briefing papers required for ratification by the National Assembly.
The unit is responsible for the analysis of international issues and their implications for Seychelles,
including preparation of Cabinet information notes and memoranda. Its work involves the provision of
legal advice on all matters of bilateral and multilateral character, such as mutual assistance in criminal
and regional civil matters, extradition, and drafting of legislation on a reciprocal basis.
Overseas Mission
Section
Legal Affairs
and Research Unit
Protocol Section
Accounts
Human Resources
Administration
& Finance
Bilateral Affairs Multilateral
Affairs
Economic Affairs
Principal
Secretary
Minister
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3. Bilateral Relations Division
Coordinates and sees to the effective programme of cooperation and partnership at the bilateral level;
managing foreign assistance. It develops various programmes with other countries, implementing policies
of the Government and defending and promoting the foreign policy of Seychelles.
Its scope of work varies from assisting in attracting foreign direct investment, developing economic and
trade partnership, enhancing cultural and sporting links, promoting educational, environmental and other
contacts. It also plays a crucial role in Bilateral Joint Commissions and in coordinating other important
Missions, such as visits by foreign dignitaries.
4. Multilateral Affairs Division
The division provides advice on policy matters where appropriate. It co-ordinates and mobilises external
development resources from multilateral organizations; establishes and develops appropriate relations
between the Seychelles Government, Foreign Missions in Seychelles and abroad and international
organizations such as the United Nations Organization, the Commonwealth, Francophonie, EU/ACP
Group, Indian Ocean Commission (IOC), and African Union; and participates in major fora.
The division is also highly involved in the defense and promotion of the Small Islands Developing States.
5. Economic Affairs Division
Ensures that the country pursues the policy of economic diplomacy; acting as the focal point for
international economic issues that have an impact on Seychelles. It also acts as the National Coordinating
Unit for the negotiations of a new trading arrangement between Seychelles and the European Union.
The Division strives to strengthen cooperation with the COMESA/SADC secretariats and their member
states to deepen regional integration and eventually embrace the multilateral trading system. It
participates in various important international fora; sequences and mainstreams SADC / COMESA
programmes in national strategies, development plans and sectoral programmes; and undertakes analysis
and research. The Division is the national contact point for multilateral funding agencies.
The Economic Affairs Division also acts as the liaison between Government, the private sector, civil
society and various international agencies by playing the pivotal role for dialogue and the fulfillment of
mutual obligations.
6. Protocol Division
Responsible to guide and maintain observance of ceremonial formalities, organising and assisting in
national events and functions ensuring hierarchical order. It ensures the smooth running of the airport
VIP lounge and provides transportation assistance to visiting dignitaries. The Division formulates
programmes of calls and meetings for visiting dignitaries.
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MINISTRY OF NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
FUNCTIONS
1. INVESTMENT, LAND USE AND INDUSTRIES DEPARTMENT
1.1 Investment Promotion Division
This division promotes both domestic and foreign investment in all sectors of the Seychelles
economy including the offshore sector; aiming to enhance the country‟s international
competitiveness and to contribute to its economic and social development without sacrificing our
environmental standards.
Administration
& Human Resources
Financial
Control
GIS and IT
Support Services
Research and
Statistics
Corporate
Services
Industrial Development
and Small Business
Land Use
Planning
Land Management
& Development
Land Survey
Investment, Land Use
& Industries Department
Housing Management
and Policy Planning
Housing Planning and
Implementation
Housing Department
Planning Authority
Secretariat
Development
Planning
Planning Authority
Information Technology
Communications
Adminsitration
and Finance
Information, Communication
Technology Department
Minister
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1.2 Energy Affairs Division
This division develops and implements energy conservation measures and sensitizes the
population on the importance of energy conservation. It also looks after policy issues, carries out
researche and promotes the use of renewable energy resources and technologies.
1.3 Industries and Small Business Development Division
Ensures that there is in place the necessary institutional, financial, administrative and legal
framework for the small and medium enterprise in Seychelles. Furthermore it liaises with various
local and international stakeholders on issues related to industrial development; encourages firms
to explore the overseas markets and supports them to access factors of production, including
infrastructure, finance, labour and technology. Its functions also encompass all issues pertaining to
industrial land management.
1.4 Land Use Planning, Management and Development Division
Administers land under the ownership of the State in accordance with State Land and River
Reserve act; facilitates and promotes fair distribution of land in accordance with Government
policy; negotiates purchase of private land, and if necessary acquires land in the public interest to
facilitate the government national development programme, development of national importance
and public interest; coordinates the development and implementation of both management and
integrated land use plans in conjunction with other stake holders. It also has a unit responsible
for all reclamation and dredging works.
1.5 Survey Division
This division is responsible for the national geodetic infrastructure, the base map and the registry
map; it is the repository of national land survey data; it regulates the conduct of all property
surveys in accordance with prevailing legislation, provides training for geomatics-related disciplines
and avails specialist consultancy services to other government agencies plus the public at large.
The Survey Division generates revenue through the sale of services and value added data.
2. HOUSING DEPARTMENT
The Housing Department undertakes feasibility studies, inception, designs, implements and monitors housing
construction projects. It consults with Government in respect to viable housing allocation and construction
policy and manages constructions projects of decent residential units for sale or rent. In addition, it also
processes applications for housing loans, allocates residential units to families based on district priority lists
and updates the housing demand database to ensure that families who need housing the most and are less
able to afford it are given the necessary priority allocation.
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Two divisions are set up under the department to manage the above;
1. Housing Planning & Implementation Division
2. Housing Management and policy Planning Division
3. PLANNING AUTHORITY
The Planning Authority is charged with executive powers through its Executive Chairman and Chief Executive
Officer to ensure that all physical development projects are carried out in a responsible and coordinated
manner in respect to policy and national plans established by government, within statutory regulations in
force and with due considerations for long term sustainability. It assesses applications for undertaking
physical development and conveys approval and conditions for proposed development.
The Authority‟s Quality assurance section investigates and enforces against breaches to planning regulations
and monitors to ensure conditions of approval are implemented during construction phases. The Planning
Authority‟s operation can be classified into three distinct components:
The Planning Authority Secretariat which handles all the logistics of processing planning
applications and development control roles;
The referral agencies which give technical recommendations relating to the statutory regulations
of their respective fields of expertise; and
The Planning Authority Board and sub-committees are the decision making bodies granting
approval and conditions for development projects.
4. Corporate Services Division
a. Administration and Human Resources Section
Oversees the management on all administrative matters and provides support services to all
divisions of the Ministry. It also oversees all human resources issues.
b. Finance Section
This section is to ensure the financial administration management and control. It also oversees the
payroll processes and other payments.
c. Research and Statistic Section
This unit‟s primarily responsibility is to generate, collate, analyze, coordinate and publish
information after due consultation.
d. GIS & IT Section
This Section has two components;
a. The Centre for Geographic Information Systems (GIS); and
b. The Information Technology (IT).
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The Centre for GIS is the national body responsible for the storage, manipulation and sharing of
spatial data on a digital platform. It is also mandated to formulate policies on the Spatial Data
Infrastructure (SDI), data standards and interoperability and provides guidance on GIS
implementation and integration in liaison with other stakeholders. It generates revenue through
the sale of services such as maps and keeps custodianship of value added data and provides in-
house GIS training and support to users and promotes the concepts of the GIS through
workshops, seminars demonstration and publications.
The IT Unit provides a range of technical support in networking and related activities within the
Ministry. Furthermore, it works closely with Information & Communication Technology (ICT) which
is implementing the linking of all ministries through a comprehensive network, as one of its
mandate.
5. INFORMATION COMMUNICATION AND TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT
VISION
To have a government which fully makes use of ICT in supporting the delivery of its services and which
creates the necessary framework (policies, legislations & regulations) that allows the full potential of ICT
to be harnessed nationally for the benefit of the country.
MISSION
The mission of the department includeS the development and implementation of legislation, regulations and
policies pertaining to telecommunication and related services; the implementation of legislation, regulations
and policies pertaining to telecommunication and related services, and subsequent collaboration and
coordination with the various government sectors in addressing their specific ICT needs and requirements;
the implementation, management and maintenance of the government ICT infrastructure; the establishment
of the role/s of ICT in the various government sectors and providing the corresponding support; the planning
and management of radio communication resources (e.g. domain names, frequency, numbers etc.).
FUNCTIONS
The department is organized into the two following divisions.
1. Information Technology Division
The provision of information systems which will support decision-making in government and delivery of
government services in terms of efficiency and effectiveness. Its functions are to: set frameworks and
standards for the development of software applications for government; enforce standards and procedures
pertaining to the administration and management of software systems throughout the department;
undertake forward planning and feasibility studies pertaining to the development and implementation of
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software solutions; provide end-user training and support of implemented solutions; undertake the planning,
coordination, monitoring and evaluation (complete project management) of software development projects
being undertaken by third parties (outsourced projects); provide consultancy services pertaining to the
provision of software solutions set direction and plans for the ICT infrastructure of government; and,
establish and enforce standards and procedures pertaining to ICT infrastructure within the department.
2. Communication Division
This division is concerned primarily with the development and enforcement of frameworks (legal, regulatory,
policy and otherwise) that will enable pervasive and affordable access to electronic means of communication
nationally. Its main functions are to: anticipate, plan and develop telecommunication regimes which will
ensure an open, fair and competitive telecommunication market; provide a regulatory framework which will
provide the necessary safeguards for maintaining and promoting free, fair and effective competition in
telecommunications; ensure the enforcement of the regulatory framework so that consumer interests are
protected and anti-competitive behaviour is discouraged and sanctioned; ensure continual provision of
universal service on an efficient, transparent, equitable, proportionate and non-discriminatory basis;
administer and manage the national radio communication resources (Numbering, Frequency Assignments,
Allocation of Call Signs, National Domain names etc.); and, formulate strategic plans for the development of
telecommunications nationally.
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MINISTRY OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
YOUTH, SPORTS AND CULTURE (MCDYSC)
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
FUNCTIONS
1. Secretariat Division
This Division is comprised of the Principal Secretary's Secretariat, International Cooperation Unit, the
Public Relations and Communications Unit, Audit Unit and IT Unit, and it administers the Minister's
Secretariat.
1.1 Public Relations and Communications Unit
An important function is the promotion, marketing, publicity and dissemination of information
pertinent to the Department's functions, programmes and activities. It is also responsible for
developing 'entente' and partnership with the general public and relevant bodies.
1.2 International Cooperation Unit
Develops and fosters links and relations between the Ministry and regional and international
institutions and agencies to promote and facilitate exchange and partnership.
1.3 Audit Unit
International
Cooperation
Human Resources
Finance
Support
Services
Administration and Finance
Division
District Projects
Programm
Development
Homes for
the Elderly
Community Development
Division
District
Administration
Districts
Operations
Environment and
Emergency
Burial Services
Community Management
Division
Principal Secretary
Minister
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Ensures that accounting and financial management regulations are adhered to. The unit
prepares audit plans and carries out regular checks of all accounting transactions at Secretariat
and district level. It provides audit reports on the Department's stocks and assets.
2. Community Development Division
The Division is comprised of the District Project Section, Programme Development Section, and the
Homes for the Elderly Section.
2.1 District Project Section
It initiates viable community projects that respond to the needs and well being of the district.
Sees to the planning and implementation of community projects and ensures that projects are
effectively administered. This section is also responsible for the management of community
facilities and infrastructure.
2.2 Programme Development Section
Develops, promotes and implements community-based programmes in liaison with district
authorities and is responsible for the implementation of community-oriented programmes
which contribute to national development. In this role, it liaises with other Ministries and
agencies in order to facilitate the implementation of their programmes at district level. It also
works in partnership with district administrations to develop and implement district
beautification and environment programmes.
2.2 Homes for the Elderly.
Sees to the management of all the Homes for the Elderly.
3. Community Management Division
Comprised of the District Administration Section, the District Operation Section, the Environment and
Emergency Section and the Burial Section.
3.1 District Administration Section
It is responsible for the efficient running of 25 District Administration offices and ensures the
implementation of the department's policies at district level. It facilitates and encourages the
participation of the community in affairs of the district; providing guidance, assistance and
advice to residents of the districts in matters of general and public services and liaises with
central government's agencies in the provision of these services.
3.2 District Operations Section
It is also responsible for setting standards and monitoring of the District Administration's
performance.
3.3 Emergency Section
Coordinates and manages emergency programmes undertaken by district administrations and
provides support and guidance in the implementation of these programmes. It also works in
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partnership with district administrations to develop and implement district beautification and
environment programmes at district level.
4. Administration and Finance Division
The Division is comprised the Accounts Section, Human Resources Section and the Support Services Unit.
It is responsible for human resources management and development and for the provision of
administrative, logistical and financial management support. It liaises with the Ministries responsible for
Human Resources, Employment and Public Administration to implement related government policies.
The Division provides support services to the whole Department including the Minister‟s Secretariat. In
undertaking financial administration it prepares, administrates and controls budgetary expenses and
maintains inventories and manages the Ministry‟s assets.
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MINISTRY OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
YOUTH, SPORTS AND CULTURE (MCDYSC)
YOUTH, SPORTS AND CULTURE DEPARTMENT
VISION
Youth: To create an enabling environment and facilitate the development of confident, proud, self reliant
and resourceful individuals through involvement in productive activities that contributes to personal,
community and national development.
Culture: The Department of Culture in the Ministry of Community Development, Youth, Sports and Culture
is responsible for preserving the Cultural Heritage, our cultural values, and the Seychellois cultural identity;
International
Co-operation
Cultural Policy
Planning and
Development
National Archives National Museums
National Library
and Documentation
Centre
National Conservatoire
of Performing Arts
Heritage, Research
and Protection
Seychelles Kreol
Institute
Culture
Public Relation
and Marketing
Kreol Festival
and Other Events
Public Relations
Marketing and
Special Events
Promotions
and Marketing
Policy Relations
Marketing and
Special Events
Sport Strategic
Planning & Policy
Analysis
Strategic Planning
and International
Youth Development
and Operations
Programme and
Special Events
Youth Support
Services
President's Award
Programme
CitizensYoung
Movement
Youth
Major Games
Project Planning
and Maintenance
Major Games
Human Resources
Development
Finance
Support
Services
Conference
Centre Services
Administration and
Finance
Principal
Secretary
Minister
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and also to promote the Arts and Culture, in order to install cultural pride and a sense of Seychellois cultural
identity in our people.
Sport: To create dynamic and sustainable sports environment which enables all Seychellois, to the extent of
their abilities and interest, to experience and enjoy participation in sports and recreational activities, to
complete and perform consistently at national and international levels and achieve success at the highest
international levels.
MISSION
Youth: Our mission is to collaborate with other government agencies, NGOs and other stakeholders with
the view to giving our young people the maximum opportunity to contribute towards the economic, social
and cultural advancement of the country, their families and to gain self-fulfillment. In other words, our
mission is to empower our young men and women by making them feel that they have or can create
choices in life, are aware of the implication of those choices, make decisions freely, take action based on
sound decisions and accept responsibility for the consequences of their actions. We will create and
support the enabling conditions for our young people to be empowered.
Culture: The Department of Culture will ensure the development of the arts and culture through the
continuous promotion of all aspects of artistic and cultural programmes and projects, in order to contribute
to the economic development of Seychelles.
Sport: To develop a culture of sports, leisure and recreation which would further enhance the health, social
and other benefits for all Seychellois.
FUNCTIONS
1. Office of the Principal Secretary
Responsible for the development and implementation of cultural policy, formulation of plans and
strategies, and ensures that all cultural programmes and projects are in line with the Cultural Policy. The
Secretariat oversees the department‟s infrastructural projects inclusive of design, planning, contractual
allocation, monitoring, commissioning, maintenance and refurbishment. The Principal Secretary of the
Youth, Sports and culture department is also responsible for the efficient organization of Major Games.
An important mission of this department is to give the youth maximum opportunity to contribute to the
economic, social and cultural advancement of the country and gain self-fulfillment, in so doing collaborate
with other government agencies, NGOs and other stakeholders including families and communities.
2. Culture Division
Comprises of the National Library Section, National Museum Section, National Archives Section, National
Conservatoire of Performing Arts Section, National Heritage Research Section and Kreol Institute.
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This division is responsible for the collection and preservation of historical and national documents and
government records, maintaining archival documents, and making such documents accessible to
researchers, depositors and the general public.
The Culture Division provides public library services for educational, informational and recreational needs
of all individuals, and National Library services for the preservation and bibliographic control of the
Country‟s literature, and for the standardization and development of Library services in general.
It provides the general public with an understanding, appreciation and enjoyment of our historical and
natural heritage through effective museum services, quality exhibitions and education programmes.
The Culture Division promotes and provides opportunities for personal development in both traditional
and contemporary performing arts through music, dance and drama, for leisure, enjoyment and
professional pursuit.
The Division extends and enriches anthropological studies in Seychelles; responsible for research,
development and promotion of the Kreol language in general; in particular Seychellois Kreol as a mother
tongue and national language through education, literature, cultural manifestations and information
communication technology; and provides the traditional physical setting for the promotion and
enjoyment of an authentic Creole way of life, focusing on Creole architecture, cuisine, artisanal,
animation and related aspects of the Creole culture; responsible for research, collection, documentation,
dissemination, conservation and promotion of the Seychelles tangible and intangible heritage and
copyright and related rights administration
3. Public Relations, Marketing and Special Events Division
This division is responsible for organizing the Kreol Festival, Fet Afrik, Semaine de la Francophonie and
related manifestations to showcase the multi-faceted dimension of the Seychelles Kreol culture.
It is also responsible for promotions, markets, publicities and disseminates information pertinent to the
Department‟s functions and activities, and develops „entente‟ and partnerships with the public and
relevant bodies.
4 Sports Strategic Planning and Policy Analysis Division
A division responsible for the development of appropriate sports policies, strategies, and programmes in
line with the national vision for sports development. It advises on, and develops relevant mechanisms to
ensure access to, and equity in Sports.
The Sports Strategic Planning and Policy Analysis Division is also responsible to establish performance
indicators and measurement standards in programme and service delivery to harmonize planning and
increase the overall effectiveness of the sports system.
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5 The Youth Division
Its role is to create the enabling environment and facilitate the development of confident, proud, self
reliant and resourceful individuals through involvement in productive activity and programmes that
contributes to personal, community and national development.
The Youth Division defines strategy and draws up action plans to deliver programmes and projects that
would meet the expectations, wishes and aspirations of the youth at district and national level; in
addition it promotes a high standard and quality of youth work through effective policy and planning,
active participation and involvement of young people, efficient management and financial control of
resources and an adequate monitoring and evaluation procedures.
The division establishes systematic and constant dialogue with the youth and together they identify and
address needs. It also provides expertise, advice and technical knowledge to the Ministry of Community
Development, Youth Sports & Culture, other ministries, NGOs and stakeholders, encouraging
collaboration and cooperation.
The Youth Division provides for well trained and qualified professional youth workers, promotes
comprehensive training and leadership programmes and opportunities, and equally promotes Regional
and International Cooperation, friendship and exchanges.
6. Major Games
Provides a centralized, efficient and co-ordinate structure to maximize the benefits that can be gained
from organization and participation in major games; provides the platform to ensure the efficient
organization of the major games for the benefit of Seychellois and the economy.
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OFFICE OF THE MAYOR OF VICTORIA
FUNCTIONS
1. Promote Victoria as a modern town with a clean environment and vibrant culture.
2. Widen the scope for twinning relations with towns and cities overseas to enhance development at
community level.
3. Build partnerships among local actors and harness views for making Victoria an attractive town.
Operations Administration
and Support
Services
Mayor
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MINISTRY OF ENVIRONMENT,
NATURAL RESOURCES AND TRANSPORT (MENRT)
1. Landscape Management
The functions of the Landscape Management Division is to develop and turn Victoria into a Garden City, It
also plans, coordinates, implements and monitors the overall landscape development in the country,
monitors the work of all contractors under the responsibility of Land Management to ensure that quality
standards are maintained as per contract agreement.
Landscape Management Division advises Government organisations with regards to landscape planning
development and management.
2. Legal Unit
This unit is advises the ministry on all legal issues, and proposes legislation which will address
environment, natural resources and transport issues locally, it: ensures the enforcement of legislation
enacted relating to MENRT; participates in negotiation of conventions, treaties and agreements to which
MENRT is or will be a party to; drafts legislation proposals for the enforcement of conventions, treaties
and agreements on behalf of Seychelles; and, constantly reviews legislation in line with international
conventions, treaties and agreements.
Landscape
Management
Legal Services
Environment
Department
Natural Resources
Department
Transport
Department
Minister
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MINISTRY OF ENVIRONMENT, NATURAL
RESOURCES AND TRANSPORT
Environment Department
MISSION
To promote, coordinate and develop an ecologically balanced natural environment in keeping with
constitutional exigency and in line with national sustainable socio-economic development objectives of the
Seychellois community and beyond.
FUNCTIONS
The Environment Department primarily safeguards the natural environment of Seychelles and ensures
that all developments are properly planned and executed in a sustainable manner. Through various
Administration
and Support
Services
Section
Finance
Section
Education Information and
Communication
Section
Inner
Islands
Section
International Affairs
Unit
National Parks
and Forestry
Conservation
Terristerial Ecological
Research Centres
Nature and
Conservation
PollutionControl
and Waste Management
Environmental
Impact Assessment
Pollution Control &
Environmental Impacts
Metrological and
Climatological Service
Programmes
Management
Environment
Engineering
Climate and
Environment Services
Division
Principal
Secretary
Minister
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mechanisms and tools it regulates and controls pollution and the negative impact of human activities. In
addition, it promotes positive behaviour of the general population towards the environment.
The department manages a network of protected areas and provides support to local Non-Government
Organisations and private agencies engaged in environment matters. The Environment Department is
comprised of 3 Divisions which together provides the necessary institutional capacity for the effective
implementation of environmental programmes to regulate activities impacting on the natural environment
and resources.
1. Secretariat of the Principal Secretary
In the Secretariat, there are 4 sections namely the Administration and Support Services, Finance,
Education, Information and Communication and Inner Island Sections.
1.1 Education, Information & Communication Section
Responsible for implementing the Department„s policy regarding education, information and
communication on the need to protect, preserve and improve the environment. It also
manages key areas where there are major interactions between the public and the
Department.
1.2 Inner Island Section
Manages all environment activities and matters on Praslin, La Digue and their satellite islands.
2. Nature and Conservation Division
This division is made up of 3 sections namely the Forestry and National Parks, Terrestrial Ecological
Research Centres and the Conservation Section. It is responsible for developing appropriate plans and
policies for the sustainable conservation of biological diversity and through the management of national
parks, reserves and botanical gardens, it provides ample opportunity for research, recreation and eco-
tourism activities. The support of various local and international partners allows it to promote awareness
and appreciation of our natural heritage.
2.1 Forestry & National Park Section
Responsible for managing natural forested areas and forest plantations and a network of trails
and important sites of ecotourism value. It facilitates access to local timber and other forest
products for the construction, furniture making and the craft industries.
2.2 Terrestrial Ecological Research Centres
Manages the Biodiversity Centre at Barbarons and the National Botanical Garden in Victoria.
Responsible for increasing public knowledge and understanding of the value and importance of
endemic plants; promotes research on native plants and habitats
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2.3 Conservation Section
Holds the mandate of conserving and protecting our native species, natural ecosystems and in
general the biological diversity occurring within our national jurisdiction; conducting and
promoting research on the biology of native species.
3. Pollution Control and Environmental Impacts Division
The PCEI division is responsible for pollution prevention, abatement and implementation of the
Environment Act (1194) and its Regulations within the wide framework of the “Environment Management
Plan of Seychelles”, (EMPS - 2000 - 2010).
3.1 Pollution Control and Waste Management Section
Focuses mainly on regular inspections to ensure that emission standards are respected; collects
and submits appropriate evidence on violations of the law. It is also responsible for
designating, monitoring and regulating all waste disposal sites and oversees the manner in
which waste is managed (stored, collected, handled, sorted and disposed) in the country.
3.2 Environmental Impact Assessment Section
Is responsible for the appraisal of ad-hoc Environmental Impact Assessment. It makes
recommendations for the Town and Country Planning Authority, the Project Appraisal
Committee and other government organizations.
4. Climate and Environmental Services Division
The National Metrological and Climate Services observe and understand Seychelles weather and climate
and provide meteorological data in support of international obligations.
4.1 Programme Management Section
Is responsible for coordinating and ensuring effective and timely implementation of
environment programmes and large projects; monitoring the implementation of the
Environment Management Plan 2000-2010.
4.2 Environment Engineering Section
Holds the responsibility of overseeing and coordinating all drainage management, flood control,
and coastal zone management issues and matters nationally.
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MINISTRY OF ENVIRONMENT
NATURAL RESOURCES AND TRANSPORT
NATURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
VISION
The Department strives to attain higher food security in areas where there are comparative advantages,
by providing an enabling environment to enhance national agricultural and fisheries production, this, to
enhance the national food security through food-producing entrepreneurs.
MISSION
As a facilitator and in collaboration of the various stakeholders will ensure sustainable agricultural
development to enhance food security as laid out in its National Agricultural Policy 2007-2011 and the
Seychelles Strategy 2071.
Inner Island
Agricultural Development
Human Resources
& Support Services
Finance
Administration
and Finance
Extension
Crop Research
and Development
Inner Island
Agricultural Development
Crop Development
and Promotion
Veterinary Services
Livestock
Animal Health
and Production
Agricultural Land
Management
Agricultural
Planning
Victoria Market
Management
Agricultural Planning
and Lands
Management
Principal
Secretary
Minister
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FUNCTIONS
1. Agricultural Planning and Land Management Division
Manages all agricultural State land and maintains the agricultural lease and registration of farmers
ensuring proper sustainable land exploitation; it assesses all land applications, allocates agricultural land
and monitors performance to ensure food security. The Agricultural Planning and Lands Management
Division also provides technical assistance primarily to the Concessionary Credit and Development Bank of
Seychelles in relation to demands of agricultural loans submitted to these institutions. It prepares,
implements, monitors and evaluates agricultural projects that benefits the farming community in its aim
to increase food production, and food security. The division is the responsible for the formulation of
agricultural policies. It administers the Agriculture and Fisheries (Incentive) Act 2005, enforces of
existing laws and regulations in relation to the production of crops and animals.
2. Crop Development and Promotion Division
Facilitates the farming community to benefit from existing incentives; provides extension and technical
services in areas of crops and horticulture production. It is the National Authority for quarantine, sanitary
and phytosanitary regulations for product entering and exiting the country. The Division ensures that
essential agricultural inputs are made available; promotes the introduction of new technologies; facilitates
and promotes production under controlled environment; and monitors the conservation and utilization of
plant genetics resources for food and agriculture. The Crop Development and Promotion Division carries
out relevant research, trials and screening activities of major economical crops and animals for
recommendation to the farmers and prepares mass media agricultural publicity for the farming
community and the general public.
3. Animal Health Development Division
Maintains the animal genetic centre for the purpose of making available quality breeding animals required
by the Livestock Sector. It ensures that the country‟s animal health status is effectively safeguarded to
enable maximum production and development of its livestock industry and also safeguarding public
health; maintaining adequate monitoring of the livestock sector in relation to pork, cattle, small ruminant
and poultry. The Division also has the mandate and responsibility to ensure that all the fish being
exported from the country conforms to international Sanitary and Public Health requirement.
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MINISTRY OF ENVIRONMENT, NATURAL RESOURCES AND TRANSPORT
TRANSPORT DEPARTMENT
FUNCTIONS
Manage and implement government stated policies in the tourism and transport sectors. Ensure a safe
secure, reliable, effective and economic transportation system to service and improve the main economic
activity, tourism.
1. Policy Planning Division
Initiate research and policy on issue of concern to the Transport Department and its future development
in line with government‟s policy and the national development plan.
2. Land Transport Division
Provide a safe, reliable, affordable and convenient land transportation system for the social and
economical well being of the entire population. Ensure a satisfactory level of public transport facilities.
Ensure the formulation of transport development programme for Mahé, Praslin and La Digue
3. Maritime Safety Administration
The Seychelles Maritime Safety Administration provides professional services to the Marine Industry.
Maritime Administration regulates and enforces the local marine legislations in close relation with
international maritime organisations including Ship‟s registry and Port State control.
Policy Planning
and Research
Unit
Administration and
Finance Section
Roads and
Transport
Land
Transport
Maritime Safety
Administration
Principal
Secretary
Minister
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MINISTRY OF EDUCATION
Vision Statement
Education at all levels – from early childhood to university a prerequisite for sustainable development;
emphasing a holistic, inter-disciplinary approach to developing knowledge, skills and attitudes as well as
the necessary changes in values, behavior and lifestyles.
Audit Section Quality
Assurance
International Relations
& Training
Education Services
Bureau
Assessment &
Testing Services
Finance Planning
& Management
Administration
and Personnel
Human Resources
Administration, Finance
and Personnel
Research
and Evaluation
Planning and
Project
Development
Education
Management
System
Teaching, Learning
Resources, Planning
and Management
Infrastructure
Development and
Maintenance
Education Planning
& Resources
Development
Student
Support
Secondary
Schools
Primary
Schools
Early
Childhood
Career & Education
Guidance
Co-Curricular
Activities
Schools
Post Secondary
Centres
Adult Learning and
Distance Education
Centre
Further Education
Development
Technical and
Further Education
Principal
Secretary
Minister
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Empower our young learners to perceive, understand and act in a manner that promotes peace, justice,
harmonious co-existence and respect for diversity. The Ministry of Education has as its primary objective
the assurance of a population that is well trained and equipped with the requisite competencies for
sustainable development, important mechanisms to ensure that Government‟s priority to restoring growth
and stability is fulfilled.
MISSION
Build a coherent and comprehensive system of quality education and training reflecting shared universal
and national values, to promote the integrated development of the person, enabling their empowerment
to participate fully in social and economic development.
FUNCTIONS AND COMMITMENT
Undertake planned approach to development based on systematic investigation and research to create an
all-pervasive culture of quality, based on enquiry and self-evaluation. It is committed to the creation of
an inclusive learning environment which challenges every individual to achieve their highest potential for
life-long learning. It ensures the development of a system which is transparent and accountable to the
public for the quality of the education which it provides, guaranteeing an environment which encourages
schools and educational and training institutions to share responsibility for improvement through a co-
ordinated network of support services that place schools and training institutions at the centre of
education development.
Through a system of human resource training and development it produces a strong cadre of leaders and
managers in education and training, and provides for the widest possible participation of professionals in
policy-making. It is a system that recognises and rewards good performance and provides the conditions
for the continuing professional development of staff. The Ministry has built effective partnerships with all
stakeholders, which are based on dialogue and open communication.
The Ministry of Education provides training for the development and equitable distribution of quality
resources to support learning in schools and educational institutions; the national curricula anticipate and
respond to the individual and collective needs of learners in a fast-changing world; they provide the
widest possible access to information technology, harnessing its full potential for supporting and
enhancing the learning process, and increasing the effectiveness of management in education and
training. The Ministry has an efficient administrative system which ensures the most cost-effective use of
educational resources.
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MINISTRY OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT
HEALTH DEPARTMENT
VISION
All people in Seychelles to attain the highest possible level of physical, social, mental and spiritual well-
being, free from disease or infirmity.
To create a society with strong families where its people are empowered to enjoy a good quality of life.
Public Relations
& Communications
Cooperation Project Planning
Development
Administration
and Finance
Human
Resources
Administration
and Finance
Communicable
Disease
Non-Communicable
Disease
Family Health
and Nutrition
Environmental
Health
Public Health
Laboratory
Health Promotion
Disease
Prevention and
Control
Research, Policy
and Evaluation
Health Information
and Statistics
Resources Planning
and Development
Health System
Development
Social Policy
Planning
Population
Development
Social Development
Policy
Children Services
Family Support
Social Assistance
Social Services Centre Mont
Royal
Family Tribunal Drug and Alcohol
Principal
Secretary
MINISTER
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MISSION
Promote, protect and restore the health of all people in Seychelles with the active participation of all
people in Seychelles
To work proactively and strategically with all stakeholders to promote a high standard of social
functioning and inculcate a culture of self-reliance, responsibility, respect, commitment and tolerance in
society.
1. Disease Prevention and Control Division
Responsible for the prevention and control of communicable and non-communicable disease, including
new and re-emerging disease; develops disease prevention programmes and monitors their
implementation at all levels, especially primary care level; develops, produces and disseminates health
promotion and educational materials, conducts disease surveillance activities under the aegis of the
Integrated Disease Surveillance and Response; organises and conducts inspections activities of premises
and makes recommendations; ensures comprehensive and active monitoring/testing of samples collected
by public health officers.
2. Health System Development Division
Sees to the strategic planning of all family health programmes and monitors their implementation;
advises the Health Advisory Authority on policy and legislative issues; monitors disease pattern and
epidemiological changes and develops appropriate responses; assists with implementation of laws and
regulations that affect public health; educates the public on their rights and responsibility to health;
collects, analyses, makes recommendations and distributes statistical data; develops new policy and
legislations based on assessed needs; revise old health related strategic plans, acts and regulations for
updating; the division plans and develops human resource needs of the Health Department.
3. Social Services Division
Maintains society and alleviates social problems by providing assistance through counseling, guidance,
support and encouragement and appropriate assistance; provides social cases to the court and
undertakes other duties directed towards prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation; and provides and
manages residential care and services for neglected and abused children.
4. Social Development Policy Division
Act as one of the forces shaping development in order to assist in short, medium and long term planning
through the following processes: research, development of indicator systems and providing good quality
and updated information in integrated manner; facilitate the mainstreaming of gender in all policies,
programmes and activities of the government, the private sector and civil society; ensure that national,
sub-national and sectoral policies, plans and strategies take into account population dynamics.
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The Cooperation and Projects Section secures and consolidate a strong position in national, regional
and international organisation involved in social affairs matters so as to benefit from the wealth of
opportunities available in the interest and benefit of the Seychelles; plans and implements all
department‟s and infrastructural projects for the department.
5. Administration and Finance Division
Responsible for the financial administration and control, human resources management and development
of the ministry; provide support services to all divisions; responsible for the maintenance and safety of all
buildings and institutions falling under the ministry.
6. Family Tribunal Secretariat
Resolves disputes between parents over custody, maintenance and access to their children. Provides the
necessary protection order to protect victims of family violence.
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MINISTRY OF EMPLOYMENT AND
HUMAN RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT
EMPLOYMENT DEPARTMENT
Vision
Create a state of full employment, stable employer/employee relations and a safe working environment in
Seychelles.
1. Principal Secretary’s Office
Directs and coordinates the general functioning of the Organisation within the operational guidelines of
government policies. It determines, formulates and directs policies and plans through a process of
consultation, reviews the operations of the Organisation and reports to the relevant government
authority; it liaises with Chief Executives of other Departments or Agencies on matters that have a direct
effect on the Organisation.
1.1 The Productivity Unit
Acts as secretariat to the National Productivity steering committee as well as liaison with
international organizations with regard to productivity matters. The unit undertakes research
and advocacy activities for the promotion of national productivity; designs and develops
projects and programmes for the promotion of productivity; monitors the implementation of
projects and programmes; disseminates information on productivity related matters.
Productivity Planning, Research
& Information
Cooperation
Administration and
Human Resources
Finance
Administration
and Finance
Division
Employment
Services
Industrial
Relations
Labour Inspections
Industrial Relations
& Employment
Division
Principal
Secretary
Minister
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1.2 Planning Research and Information Unit
Acts as the Documentation Centre for labour research it undertakes research activities in the
area of labour and employment and so collects, collates, analyses information and prepares
report, and when necessary it publishes such information. It responds to requests for labour
and employment information from external bodies. It undertakes research and keeps statistical
information on employment and labour issues, and maintains and disseminates information on
labour and employment matters.
1.3 International Cooperation Unit
Is the focal point for all International relations matters pertaining to employment and liaises
with regional and international organisations and advises on, and follows up on international
relations issues.
1.4 Public Relations Unit
Plans, directs, coordinates and handles public relations activities of the department vis-à-vis,
advertising, media coverage and programmes, public queries and complaints, public
information/address and meetings.
2. Industrial Relations and Employment Division
Promotes social dialogue, the goals of decent work, workers‟ fundamental rights, healthy and safe work
place, disseminates information and promotes workers education, industrial relations‟ best practices and
conflict free places. The Labour Relations Division is the custodian of labour legislation.
2.1 Industrial Relations Section
Sees to the settlement of grievances by means of mediation and arbitration, assists in the
settlement of industrial disputes between unions and employers, and with legal claims in
accordance with relevant legislation. It assists in collective bargaining between workers and
employers and gives determination on claims and other matters. Acts as the Secretariat to the
Employment Advisory Board and the National Tripartite and Labour Council.
2.2 Labour Inspection Section
Undertakes workplace inspections ensuring compliance with labour and occupational safety
standards, investigates workplace incidents and accidents and mediates settlement of claims;
issues notices to improve and to prohibit unsafe work place practices and acts as the
Secretariat to the Occupational Safety Board.
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2.3 Employment Services Section
Promotes the implementation of the National Employment Policy supporting productive
employment and productivity at work; it regulates the employment of non-Seychellois workers,
provides unemployment relief opportunities, provides services of an employment agency and
provides skills acquisition training programmes to job seekers. It undertakes research and
keeps statistical information on employment and labour issues, and maintains and disseminates
information on labour and employment matters.
It also registers vacancies for the purpose of referral and records, maintains a register of
employed persons in all sectors by categories and refers job seekers to prospective employer
organizations, formulates and implements the government‟s localisation policy and processes
applications for employment of non-Seychellois ensuring the collection of attestation fees.
3. Administration and Finance Division
3.1 Human Resources and Administration Section
Prepares and implements human resource policies, training and succession plan; conducts
recruitment and other staff movement exercise, regular reviews of the establishment; carries out
job analysis/evaluation; provides support services; and administers salaries and other benefits
plans
3.2 Finance Section
Provides advice on accounting matters; plans and installs budgetary accounts controlling accounts
policies system; prepares and certifies statements, submits statutory financial returns, financial
report and budget forecast and manages the annual budget; collects, safeguards and deposits
revenue; and promotes sound accounting practices.
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AIR SEYCHELLES LTD
FUNCTIONS
1. Office of the Executive Chairman
Execute commercial matters such as configuration of Boeing 787s, the ISO quality programme, customer
service improvement and airline branding; provide aviation security, organizational development and provide
for Public Relations and Corporate Communications.
Organisational
Development
Public Relations
& Communication
Security
Legal Affairs Quality Safety
and Occupational
Health
Internal Audit IT and Telecommunications
Planning
Information
Technology
Finance
Resources
Planning and
Finance
Human
Resources
Training
Academy
International
Administration
Human Resources
Training and Administration
Revenue
Management
and Pricing
Market Management -
Seychelles
Market Management -
International
E-Marketing
Operational
Marketing
Customer Service
In-Flight Service
- Product
Advertising
Management
Information Analysis
Marketing and
Sales
Flight Operations
Cabin
Services
Flight Operations
Ground Services
International
In Flight Services
Domestic Operations
Ground Operations
Air craft Maintenance
and Facilities
Airworthiness
Business Development
Technical Support
Ground SUpport
Equipment
Technical Operations
Corgo Marketing
Cargo Operations
Freigh Services
Chief Executive Officer
Executive Chairman
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2. Chief Executive Officer
Ensure the provision of quality, safety and occupational health; internal audit, information technology and
telecommunications and provide for legal affairs
3. Planning and Finance Department
Provide for corporate planning, manage alliances and international cooperation and provides financial
management and services.
4. Human Resources Department
Provide human resources planning, management and development, sees to the administrative support and
training of staff.
5. Marketing and Sales Department
Provide for marketing and sales functions of the airline in the areas of Revenue Management and Pricing;
Seychelles Market Management; International Market Management; E-Marketing; Operational Marketing and
the products for In-flight Services.
6. Flight Operations Department
Provide for the operations of aircraft to carry passengers and cargo internationally; and locally, flight
planning and cabin services and for the quality and safety in flight operations.
7. Ground Operations Department
Provide for ground services to airlines; in-flight services; operate a domestic network and provide for quality
and safety in ground operations.
8. Technical Operations Department
Manage the airworthiness compliance of aircrafts through maintenance plans and technical decision making
in accordance with the Seychelles Air Navigation Order; deliver safe and compliant aircrafts to the airline;
handle foreign operators and provide for quality and safety in technical operations
9. Freight Services
Provide for international cargo services and quality and safety in freight operations
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DEVELOPMENT BANK OF SEYCHELLES (DBS)
Development Bank of Seychelles was created to provide medium and long term finance to promote economic
development of the country and to assist Government in furthering the aims of the Seychelles National
Development plans by financing project emanating from such plans and promoting industrial efficiency in any
part of Seychelles.
Mission
To become the leading financial institution in providing long-term capital and other financial services under
“one-stop” boutique in the best interest of all the stakeholders.
Vision
A friendly and customer-focused financial institution in meeting the customers‟ requirement in all sectors of
the economy of Seychelles.
Functions
Establish, maintain, develop or re-organize in or promote the establishment, maintenance, development or
re-organization of any industry; establish, maintain or develop, or assist in, and promote the establishment,
maintenance or development of money or capital markets in Seychelles; cooperate with other institutions or
organizations whether public or private, national or international, which wishes to further any of the purposes
referred to the above.
Information Technology Research
Internal Audit Public Relations
Registry
Human Resource &
Administration
Loans Finance
Recovery
Section
Legal Section
Legal & Recovery
Managing Director
Board of Directors
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HOUSING FINANCE COMPANY LTD (HFC)
MISSION
Housing Finance Company was set up in October 2003 as a company fully owned by the
government of Seychelles. It was formed to provide housing finance and construction of social
accommodation within the Republic of Seychelles. The business is officially incorporated as a Limited
Company under the Company‟s Act
FUNCTIONS
Housing Finance Company raises funds through syndicated loans and other means and finances construction
of apartments for sale; recoups funds through the sale of apartments and invests and manages funds;
provides housing loans for house construction.
1. Loans Section
Responsible for dealing with clients, assisting them with relevant procedures to acquire loans for house
construction and home improvement.
2. Quality Assurance & Marketing Division
Monitors the quality and excellence of services and ensures that they are in conformity with the standards
set by the company; responsible for the promotion and implementation of the government initiated housing
sale schemes.
3. System Support
Responsible for the entire computer system, database administration and maintaining user friendly system
environment to give better and efficient service to the customers.
Administration Finance
Loans System
Support
Quality Assurance
and Marketing
Managing
Director
Board of Directors
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ISLAND DEVELOPMENT COMPANY LTD (IDC)
MISSION
The Island Development Company Ltd (IDC) is a parastatal company established in 1981 with the primary
objective of developing and managing Outer Islands owned by Government.
FUNCTIONS
The Island Development Company guarantees a shipping service to the islands and where possible provides
air links. It promotes economically viable projects, assisting the private sector to invest on the islands whilst
providing them services. The Company safeguards the physical environment of the islands, rehabilitates as
necessary and implements surveillance and anti-poaching measures. The Island Development Company
maintains and develops essential services for the inhabitants as required, provides medical evacuation
services when necessary; provides logistical support to other government agencies. When it is required to do
so, IDC undertakes search and rescue services.
Medical Flight
Operations
Flights
Management
Administration
and Personnel
Accounts
Computer
Internal
Audit
Finance
Navigation
Shipping
Environmental
Health
Agriculture
Warehouse Workshop
Island
Management
Island Workers
Island IPA
Workers
Operations
Engineering
Aircraft
Maintenance
Executive
Chairman
Board of Directors
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PROPERTIES MANAGEMENT CORPORATION (PMC)
ACT 4 OF 2004
The Property Management corporation has been established under the
Property Management Act 4 of 2004. The affairs of the Institute will
henceforth be guided by a Board of Directors.
VISION
Establish a corporation for the management of housing and other property and to provide for connected
matters.
FUNCTIONS
The Property Management Corporation (PMC) guarantees the equitable provision of living
accommodation to the people of Seychelles by sale, lease or rental of flats and houses in accordance with
the policy of the Government. The Corporation manages and maintains buildings and other property on
behalf of the Government and ensures the provision of utility services for the aforesaid rental flats and
houses; allots, assigns and rents all types of houses, with the approval of the Minister, to persons
residing in Seychelles; manages and operates building assigned to it by government and rental houses
and flats of the government either individually or as a whole, in so doing it maintains and manages
housing estates and individual houses that belong to the Corporation; allocates houses constructed by
the government or any corporate body carrying out housing projects on behalf of the government;
renovates, improves and maintains all types of houses and flats and sells, leases or otherwise disposes of
such houses and flats; determining such terms deemed appropriate by the corporation; and acquires,
buys, sells, disposes of, rents or hires, exchanges, pledges or mortgages any movable or immovable
property or interest therein. It borrows from, or lends money to, or guarantees any financial obligations
of, any subsidiary or other person, and in accordance with section 18, makes investments of money.
Administration Finance
Estate Management Government
Services
Manager
Property Services
Managing Director
Board of Directors
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PUBLIC UTILITIES CORPORATION (PUC)
The Public Utilities Corporation (PUC) is a government owned corporate body responsible for providing the
islands of Seychelles with electricity, water and sewerage service.
The Corporation was formed on 1st January 1986, with the merger of the Seychelles Water Authority and the
Seychelles Electricity Corporation Ltd and was set up under the Public Utilities Corporation Act 1985. The Act
stipulates that PUC not only provides but also ensures continued supply of electricity, potable water and
sewerage services to the population of Seychelles.
VISION
To be a model oganisation working for the sustainable and socio-economic development of the Seychelles.
Mission
Specialist
Services
Information Systems
Personnel and
Support Services
Secretarial
Services
Security
Praslin
Administration &
Support Services
Administration
and Personnel
Debtors
Control
Accounting
Control
Finance
Electromechanical
Maintenance
Workshop and
Transport
Sewerage
Laboratory
(Quality Control) Contruction
Planning and
Design
Water
Supply
Distribution
Water
Resources
Implementation
and Supervision
Praslin/La Digue
Distribution & Supply
Water
and Sewerage
Inspectorate
Transmission &
Distribution
Production
Electricity
Executive
Chairman
Board of Directors
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Provide an efficient, safe and reliable supply of electricity and water, to treat and dispose wastewater, paying
due regard to the environment and consumers‟ interests; continually keep up with advancements in
technology so as to improve our services; promote a corporate culture where our employees can develop
and grow with the organization and have a greater sense of belonging and loyalty; promote an
environmental consciousness and a deeper sense of responsibility amongst our employees as service
personnel.
ACTIVITIES
The principle activities of the Corporation are:
The generation and distribution of electricity;
The storage, treatment and distribution of potable water; and
The collection, treatment and disposal of sewage.
FUNCTIONS
1. Water and Sewerage Division
The Water section consists of the following sub sections and units; Supply, Distribution, Planning & Design,
and Construction & Operation. Moreover, Water & Sewerage Division of the Public Utilities Corporation which
also functions as the National Hydrological Service (Seychelles) maintains surface water, groundwater and
climatic data. NHS (Seychelles) also assists Rivers Committee for the monitoring activities.
1.1 Distribution
One of the main goals of the division is to provide a reliable supply of potable water to all
residents.
1.2 Water Supply Section
Manages the two main raw water reservoirs of Rochon and La Gogue as well as the four main
treatment works that supply North East Mahé, four desalination plants, twenty-seven small
treatment works, eighty service reservoirs and sixty-two pumping stations.
1.3 The Planning & Design Section
To provide increased coverage this section carries out design and construction supervision of new
pipelines and projects to improve reliability of supply. New works are implemented either by using
direct labour or through civil contracts. The construction and operation section is mainly involved
with direct labour, extension and priority projects.
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1.4 Sewerage Section
Responsible for providing the Island of Seychelles with sewerage services, and for the operation
and maintenance of all sewerage treatment works, pump stations and collection systems.
1.5 The Electro-Mechanical Section
Maintains the Corporation fleet, undertakes electrical works on water and sewerage projects and
maintains the water and sewerage pump stations and major electro-mechanical work in treatment
plants.
1.6 The Laboratory Section
Monitoring the quality of the water that is supplied to the consumers is considered to be of great
importance; the section collects samples from the treatment works and performs the necessary
analysis to ensure compliance to the Health Regulation for potable water quality. The Section also
liaises with the Ministry of Health and the Division of Environment on environmental health issues
related to water quality and sewerage effluent standards.
The Electro-Mechanical Section and Laboratory provide support services for Water and Sewerage
Division.
2. Electricity Division
This Division is made up to two main sections namely Generation Section and Transmission & Distribution
Section.
2.1 The Generation Section
Responsible for the safe and continuous production of electricity from four generating stations.
The stations, which are all managed by the section consist of diesel-based generators and are
situated on the islands of Mahe and Praslin.
2.2 The Electricity Transmission & Distribution Section
Responsible for transmission and distribution of electricity within the Republic of Seychelles; the
section manages an integrated 33KV/11KV distribution network on the island of Praslin and La
Digue. In addition, it provides an inspectorate service to the public in order to ensure that a high
standard of electrical components is maintained in all installations.
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SEYCHELLES CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY (SCAA)
ACT 27 OF 1994
The Seychelles International Business Authority (SIBA) has been established under the National Seychelles
International Business Authority Act 27 of 2005.
FUNCTIONS
Maintains and manages the Authority‟s aerodromes and provides such services and facilities as are necessary
or expedient for its operation; regulates and promotes the development of air transport advising the
Government on all matters relating to civil aviation; provides air traffic control service, flight information
services, alerting services and aeronautical information services within the Seychelles Flight Information
Region; provides and coordinates search and rescue services to aircrafts in distress within the Seychelles
Search and Rescue Region; provides adequate fire fighting and rescue services and facilities at the
Authority‟s aerodromes; and acts internationally as the national body representing Seychelles in respect of
matters relating to civil aviation and performs other functions as may be delegated to the Authority by the
Minister under the Civil Aviation Act.
Information
Technology
Unit
Audit and
Compliance
Unit
Operations Business
Development
Airside
Operations
Terminal/Landside
Operations
Security
Praslin
Airport
Fire & Rescue
Airport
Management
Division
Operations
Airworthiness
Aeordrome Safety
Personnel Licensing
Safety
Regulation
Division
Air Traffic
Control
Aeronautical
Telecom &
Informations Services
Air Navigation
Services
Division
Electro Mechnical
Electrical
Air Conditoning
& Refrigerations
Electronics
Engineering/
Technical Services
Division
Human Resources
General
Administration
Human
Resources and
Administration
Division
Stores &
Purchasing
Accounts
Finance
Division
Chief Executive
Officer
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SEYCHELLES INTERNATIONAL MERCANTILE BANKING
CORPORATION (NOUVOBANQ)
Internal
Audit
Foreign
Exchange
Advance
Treasury Computer
Card Services Communication
Administration Customer
Service
Daily Audit
Main
Branch
Praslin
Branch
Managing
Director
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SEYCHELLES PETROLEUM COMPANY LIMITED (SEYPEC)
MISSION
Seychelles
Petroleum
Company Limited
ensures the security of supply of Seychelles‟ energy needs. In so doing shall provide its customers with fast,
responsive and reliable services and quality product.
SEYPEC will engage directly or indirectly in all petroleum related activities that would add value to its
business.
FUNCTION
SEYPEC carries out a number of petroleum related activities both locally and internationally, in the upstream,
downstream and shipping sectors. It diversified upstream into oil exploration activities, via its merger with
the ex-Seychelles National Oil Company.
Exploration
Finance Human Resources
Commercial
Corporate
Operations Technical
Projects Fire and Safety
Shipping
Business
Deputy Chief
Executive Officer
Chief Executive Officer
Board of Directors
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1. Exploration Department
Maintains an extensive and well-documented database of seismic data. It has vertically integrated its
operations by successfully investing in and operating double oil petroleum an chemical tankers, thus securing
its logistics.
2. Shipping Division
This division ensures the commercial management of the company‟s three double hull petroleum and
chemical tankers, namely Seychelles Pride, Seychelles Pioneer and Seychelles Progress and in the future the
Seychelles Prelude and the Seychelles Patriot.
Downstream, SEYPEC engages in its primary core activities, which are the procurement storage, supply,
marketing and distribution of refined petroleum products to domestic and international market. International
activities include marine bunkering, aviation refueling, bulk storage and transshipment and transportation of
petroleum products by tankers.
Domestic activities include the procurement, supply, marketing and distribution of refine products, which are
mainly motor-gasoline (leaded and unleaded), Gasoil (diesel), Fuel oil, Jet A-1, Avgas, Lubricants and Liquid
Petroleum Gas (LPG)
International activities include marine bunkering, aviation refuelling, bulk storage and trans-shipment, and
transportation of petroleum products by tankers.
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SEYCHELLES PUBLIC TRANSPORT CORPORATION (SPTC)
ACT 2 OF 1990
The Seychelles Public Transport Corporation has been established under the
Seychelles Public Transport Corporation Act 2 of 1990. The affairs of the Institute will
henceforth be guided by a Board of Directors.
FUNCTIONS
1. Office of the Chief Executive Officer
The Secretariat provides for Internal Audit, Information Technology and Communication throughout the
whole entity as well as a productivity unit which is responsible for the compliance of the standards set by
SPTC and to ensure that productivity is maintained within the Organization.
Communication
Unit
System
Support Unit
Internal
Audit Section
Productivity/
ISO
Human Resources
Management
Human Resources
Development
Administration
Human Resources
and
Administration
Accounts
Supplies
Finance
Operations
Technical
Operations &Logistics
Managing
Director
Board of Directors
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2. Operations/Logistic Division
2.1 Operations Section
Primarily responsible for the efficient and effective operation of the scheduled services. The
services can be broadly categorized into the following areas: State carriage services for the public;
Special school services for the students; Contracted services for the transport of hotel staff; Hiring
of buses for special occasions like picnics, funerals, parties etc.
The section musters a total of 217 buses on Mahé and Praslin to meet the daily scheduled
requirements. It is committed to operate over 1300 trips on weekdays to meet the demands of
the traveling public and students by way of stage carriage services.
2.2 The Technical Section
Responsible for maintaining, up-keeping and repairing the bus fleet of the Seychelles Public
Transport Corporation (SPTC) on Mahé and Praslin. It ensures clean and comfortable buses to the
travelling public.
3. Human Resources and Administration Division
Responsible for the general administration of this division; managing the human resources of the
Corporation, liaising with external Ministries and Departments to implement government policies. It provides
support services to all divisions.
4. Finance Division
Provides financial administration and control, ensuring that revenue collected and expenditure incurred are in
accordance with Financial Regulations, and also arranges for the financing of projects.
4.1. Supplies Unit
The supplies unit handles the purchase and storage and when necessary issues both local and
foreign items required by the Organisation.
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SEYCHELLES SAVINGS BANK
ACT 11 OF 1983
The Seychelles Savings Bank has been established under the Seychelles Savings Bank Act 11 of 1983.
FUNCTIONS
Fully and sufficiently meet all the banking needs of its customers, small and big and in doing so excels in
customer care. It also endeavours to actively participate in the development of Seychelles by being the most
customer focused bank.
Public Relations Internal Audit
Information
Technology
Administration and
Human Resources
Foreign
Exchange
Accounts
Finance
Personal
Loans
Business
Loans
Loans
Customer
Services
Corporate
Services
Main
Branch
Anse Aux Pins
Praslin
La Digue
Opertion
Loans
Mortgage
Finance
Debt
Recovery
Managing
Director
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SEYCHELLES TRADING COMPANY
The Seychelles Trading Company has been structured into four divisions which take care of:
International Trading Activities;
Domestic Trading Activities;
Manufacturing and Value adding; and
Support Services
1. The Chief Executive’s Office
Is responsible for the development of long term capabilities of the company, for the performance
measurement and process reviews, as well as planning for future investments and innovations to ensure
the long term success of the company.
2. International Trade Division
The Division handles the core trading activities with overseas suppliers as well as the duty free business
of the company. The two main functions are Imports and Duty Free retail.
2.1 Imports
Handles all import functions of the company including sourcing and import of basic
commodities, fast moving consumer goods as well as raw materials for processing; responsible
for the upkeep of suppliers‟ relation and other related imports functions.
Corporate
Strategy
Human Resources
and Administration
Finance
Finance and
Human Resources
Imports
Duty Free
International
Trade
BDR Factory
Logistics
Tea
Manufacturing
and Logistics
Wholesale
Inner Island
Retail
Marketing
Chief Executive
Officer
Board of Directors
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3. Manufacturing and Logistics Division
Is responsible for value-added and processing as well as the provision of logistical support to all other
division and units. The factories and production units will guarantee the efficient manufacturing of tea
product, toilet paper, bottled water, sauces and squash; responsible for the transportation and
coordination of all logistical function of the company.
4. Marketing Division
As the name implies, Marketing is mainly concerned with the distribution and retail side of the business.
It consists of three main functions, namely; Wholesale, Marketing and Retail.
4.1 Wholesale Unit
Is mainly concerned with the wholesale and distribution of all STC products to local customers.
4.2 The Marketing Unit
Handles demand and customer services; ensures the upkeep of service and customer relations
as well as the company‟s responsiveness to changing customer needs.
4.3 The Retail Unit
Is made up of the Supermarket and Meat Corner, which serves the retail market in mainly food
and household consumables.
5. The Finance & Human Resource Division
Takes care of the company accounting, Human resource and administration functions. It maintains the
books, ensure that the company gets the best out of its human capital as well as manage the
administrative function
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SMALL ENTERPRISE PROMOTION AGENCY (SENPA)
FUNCTIONS
1. Finance & Administration Division
Management of the Agency‟s budget; Accounting; Human resource management and staff training;
Administration and general support services
2. Business Development & Promotion Division
Cottage industry and small business registration; retail management of kiosks and outlets; small business
aftercare and advisory services; organizing training programmes for entrepreneurs; business promotion and
marketing services; sourcing and administration for small business raw materials
3. Production Design and Promotion Division
Production and design of publicity and marketing materials; assists and advises small entrepreneurs on
marketing and publicity concerns; provides advice on the creation corporate identity tools; emblems designs
ect; made in Seychelles administration; organizing trade fairs and general promotion; web site design and
maintenance.
4. Property Management Division
Management of industrial sites; maintenance of the headquarters and camion hall shops and new and
existing projects and sites; administers the leasing of Agency properties.
Accounts
Administration and
Personnel
Finance and
Administration
Bussiness Development
and Promotion
Production Design
and Promotion
Property M anagement
Chief Executive
Officer
Board of Directors
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HEALTH SERVICES AUTHORITY
FUNCTIONS
The Health Service Authority (HAS) is responsible for providing health services for everyone living in the
Seychelles.
The objectives is to use the resources available to it in the most beneficial, effective and efficient manner to
improve, promote and protect the health of the public.
The provision of health services will be within the context of the Strategic Framework in accordance with the
Service Plan set by, agreed annually and delivered within the resources allocated annually by the Ministry of
Health and Social Development.
A Chief executive will be responsible for the day to day management of the delivery of public health services
in the Seychelles and will report directly to the Chairman of the Health Services Authority, advising the
Health Department on strategic issues as they arise and ensuring that services are delivered within proper
quality standards.
Customer Relation
BureauInternal Audit
Specialized Treatment
Service Bureau
Human
Resources
Management
Finance and
Procurement
Information
Technology
Administration andFinance Directorate
Medical Care
Specialised CareDirectorate
Medical Care
Rehabilitation
Services
Regional Home
for the Elderly
Early Intervention
Centre for Children
Community CareDirectorate
Specialised Care
Nursing
Community Care
Nursing
Nursing Directorate
Dental Services
Community
Dental
Specialist Dental
Services
Dental Technology
Oral Health CareDirectorate
Medical Imaging
Pharmeutical
Services
Clinical
Laboratory
Auxiliary Support
Services
Project Planning
and Maintenance
Transport
Medical Record
Health ServicesDirectorate
Chief Executive
Officer
Board of Directors
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NATIONAL ARTS COUNCIL (NAC)
FUNCTIONS
Organise, develop and promote the Arts in Seychelles and encourage the continuous participation. Foster a
spirit of co-operation and attainment of high standards in the arts and encourage its appreciation and
development. Coordinate calendars and programmes proposed by Arts Associations and support
participation in Arts events abroad by persons and Association form Seychelles. Enter and maintain relations
with international organisation likely to grand financial, material or technical assistance for the development
of arts. Cooperate with international bodies and institute, specialising in art, artistic research, education and
other artistic or related activities and provide advisory and information services to the Government and
district authorities concerned with the foregoing objects.
International
Coorperation
Administration
and Finance
Creative
Seychelles
Art Development
and Culture Industry
Managing
Director
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NATIONAL HUMAN RESOURCES
DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL (NHRDC)
MISSION
To promote human resources development in Seychelles.
FUNCTIONS
The Council is a body corporate established by the NHRDC Act 2006. It formulates and reviews the national
human resources development policy, strategies and procedures, including a long-term national human
resources development plan.
It coordinates national human resources planning and utilisation and the development of human resources in
the public and private sectors promoting a culture of training and development and life long learning in
individuals and organization. It establishes mechanisms for the provision of training to meet the human
resources needs of the country initiating research in the field of human resources development. It provides a
forum for consultation of stakeholders on matters related to human resources development.
1. Human Resource Information System Unit
This unit collects, codes and inputs human resource data in its information system. It analyses human
resource data as required by users internally and externally and continuously updates the human resource
database. It also provides information support to the human resources section.
Human Resources
Information System
Administration
and Finance
Human Resources
Policy, Research,
Planning and Training
Chief Executive
Officer
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2. Human Resources Policy, Research, Planning and Training Section
Formulates and updates the national human resources development policy. It coordinates and assists
organisations and sectors with formulation/update of human resources related policies to synchronises with
the National Human Resources Policy. The Section liaises with organisations for the implementation of the
Human Resources Development Policies. It conducts sectoral training needs assessments, organisational
training/human resources development units. The Council assists the Seychelles Institute of Management
with building capacity in policy formulation, human resources development, leadership, management,
training needs assessment and other priority areas. It also undertakes specific human resources activities
such as tracer studies in areas as required.
3. Human Resources Planning and Training
Formulates and reviews a national human resources policy to raise the status of human resources policy at
national, sectoral and organisational levels and for the integration of human resources policy within the
overall national development planning process. It annually updates the five-year national human resources
plan and formulates an annual national training plan. It conducts human resource planning exercises aimed
at identifying and prioritizing human resources needs at national, sectoral and occupational levels. It
disseminated information on Human Resources needs and priority areas in terms of occupation and career
opportunities through the formulation of occupational guide for further training. It also follows up on
approved investment projects for human resources planning purpose and assists in building capacity in
human resource planning.
4. Personnel, Administration and Finance Section
Undertakes personnel management and provides administration and support service to the council. The
section ensure the welfare of staff and manages the funds of the council.
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NATIONAL SPORTS COUNCIL (NSC)
MISSION
The aim of the National Sports Council is to promote the playing and organisation of sports in the Seychelles
by all available methods and to ensure that Sports are run in accordance with the policy of the Government.
It encourages the people of Seychelles to participate in Sport activities and also to further attain high
performance in Sports.
High Performance Sports
The High Performance Sport ensures identification and development process of advanced talent; develops
an athlete-centered/coach-driven approach to sporting excellence; provides innovative support services and
programmes to enhance athletes‟ international sporting success; sets the base and benchmarks for
performance achievement; monitors the development and accomplishments of high performance sports
through performance-based evaluation systems; increases the focus and application on sports science and
technology development in coaches and training practices It recruits and supports world class coaches and
specialists and provide targeted assistance for high performance athletes preparing for major games and
other international competitions. It also coordinates a national approach to delivering Athlete Career and
Education Services.
Internal
Audit
Corporate
Services
Sport Infrastructure
and Facilities
Youth Sport Sport for All
Federations
Management
High Performance
Sport
Sport Training and
Development
Water Sports
Inner Islands
Chief Executive Officer
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Sports Medical Section
The Sports Medical Section prevents treats and rehabilitates sports injuries and ensures performance
enhancement of athletes through the use of sports science. It undertakes basic and applied researches in
sports medicine and sports science and disseminates sports medicine and sports science information. It also
prepares projects in support of high Level sports and organises courses aimed at providing the most current
developments in the sport sciences
1. SPORTS TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT
Provides Sports Development Officers and development plans to support actions/programmes undertaken by
the Federations as well as yearly details of projects/calendar of activities. It introduces a National Sports
Scheme (Physical Efficiency Scheme) to determine and measure physical fitness of individuals of different
age groups and classified in three categories, namely 1st Star, 2nd Star and 3rd Star and develops in liaison
with Federations work on testing plans and monitoring, increases the number of equipment needed for
rehabilitation/testing work, implements youth sports development programmes based on the characteristics
of different age groups and ensures adequate mechanisms to select potential athletes in collaboration with
Federations and other agencies, including the organisation of competitions. It also creates an environment
where participation and performance in Sports is encouraged alongside academic achievement.
2. SPORT INFRASTRUCTURE AND FACILITIES
Upgrades and refurbises the existing stock of facilities to maintain the fabric and meet new standards of
quality required; provides playing fields in areas of need with focus on Sub-districts; provides regional Sports
Complexes in the four regions of Mahe and one on Praslin; improves playing surfaces for multi-purpose
courts in line with scientific/medical needs and provides lighting on multi-purpose courts and main playing
fields. It also maximises the use of all sports infrastructure and ensures development and promotion of
Water Sports activities in the Republic.
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NATIONAL STATISTICS BUREAU (NSB)
Act No.15 of 2005
The National Statistics Bureau (NSB), a body corporate, was established under the National Statistics Bureau
Act No.15 of 2005.
FUNCTIONS
The National Statistics Bureau collects, compiles, analyses and publishes statistic information relating to the
commercial, industrial, financial, social, economic, environmental and general activities and conditions of the
people.
The Bureau assists departments of Government in the collection, compilation and publication of statistic
information, including statistics derived from the activists of such departments; helping to eliminate the
duplication of collection of information by the departments of Government.
The National Statistics Bureau promotes and develops integrated social and economical statistics pertaining
to the whole of Seychelles and coordinates plans for the integration of those statistics.
Corporate
Support
Division
Trade and
Tourism
Cesus and Survey National Accounts
Chief Ececutive
Officer
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SEYCHELLES BROADCASTING CORPORATION (SBC)
MISSION
Inform, educate and entertain the Seychellois nation through its television channel and two radio services.
The Seychelles Broadcasting Corporation is the national public service broadcaster set up under the SBC Act
of 1992.
It is owned and funded by the Government but operates independently of the latter for editorial and
administrative matters in conformity with the Constitution.
A Board of Directors appointed by the President oversees the general policies of the Corporation and the
Managing Director who is also a member of the SBC Board is, as CEO, responsible for its overall day-to-day
operations.
Training
Administration Finance Engineering and
Operations
Marketing and
Public Relation
News
Radio Production
FM Production
Radio
Programmes
TV Programming
TV Production
TV Programmes
Managing
Director
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SEYCHELLES BUREAU OF STANDARDS (SBS)
VISION
To achieve excellence in the provision of standardization and quality assurance services, to enable the
organization to obtain accreditation status for the system certification and laboratory testing services by
2009
MISSION
The principal mission SBS is to provide national and international capabilities to Seychelles in the areas of
Standardisation, Quality Assurance, Metrology and Testing so as to enhance the country‟s socio-economic
development by ensuring that there is solid base upon which enterprises can rely upon for technological and
scientific assistance in their development undertakings.
The Seychelles Bureau of Standard is set up under the SBS Act 1987, SBS (Amendment Act 1995, SBS
(Agreement) Act 1997, Weight and Measures Act/Regulations, SBS (Standard Mark) Regulation, and SBS
(National Quality System Certification Scheme) Regulation.
Human Resources
& Administration
Finance and
Support Services
Standardisation
Services
Certification
Services
Standardisation &
Information Services
Environment
Laboratory
Chemical Analysis
Laboratory
Microbiology
Laboratory
Food Chemistry
Laboratory
Instrument
Analysis
Laboratory
Biochemical
Testing Services
Construction
Material
Laboratory
National Metrology
Laboratory
Electro Mechanical
Laboratory
Engineering &
Metrology
Director
General
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FUNCTIONS
Develops, declares and promotes Seychelles Standards for products, processes and practices that are
needed for use in all sectors of the economy, and also for the protection of the environment; develops
capabilities and maintains facilities for the provision of inspection and testing services to determine
conformance to standards and regulatory requirements; provides for the use of the SBS Mark; maintains
national physical standards necessary to provide traceability in measurements; provides scientific and
industrial metrology services for the calibration of instruments to ensure accuracy in measurement; provides
legal metrology services for the inspection, verification and approval of weighing and measuring instruments
used in trade and commerce; provides system certification services; prepares, implements and executes
programmes in the areas of industry, science and technology; maintains a National Information Centre on
matters of standardisation, industry, science and technology; and maintains a system for approval and co-
ordination of scientific research carried out in Seychelles.
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SEYCHELLES CENTRE FOR MARINE RESEARCH AND
TECHNOLOGY - MARINE PARK AUTHORITY (SCMRT-MPA)
The Seychelles Centre for Marine Research and Technology - Marine Parks Authority (SCMRT-MPA) is a
scientific and conservation parastatal organisation established by government in 2001. The institution
developed from the merger of the former Marine Parks Authority (MPA) and the Seychelles Centre for Marine
Research and Technology (SCMRT).
The MPA was established in 1997 as an offspring of the National Parks Section in the (then) Ministry of
Environment. It is the first parastatal organisation to focus exclusively on management and protection of
Seychelles' Marine National Parks.
SCMRT was created five years later, in October 2001 with the mandate of continuing the work in marine
research that was initiated by the Royal Geographical Society's (RGS) Shoals of Capricorn Programme (1998
2001). The equipment and facilities of the former Shoals of Capricorn Programme was officially handed over
to the Government of Seychelles by Prince Michael of Kent on behalf of the Royal Geographical Society
(RGS) in a ceremony at State House.
Business Development
& Communications
Marine Parks
Authority
Operations
Marine Park
Operations
Seychelles Marine
Research & Technology
Marine Research
& Technology
Administration and
Human Resources
Finance
Maintenance
Corporate Services
Chief Executive
Officer
Board of
Directors
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SCMRT-MPA is further mandated to manage the Marine National Parks, to promote marine education and
advance marine research in the Seychelles.
The institution's headquarters are located in Victoria with three operational field bases which are located on
the Curieuse, Port Launay and Ste Anne Marine National Parks.
FUNCTIONS
The SCMRT-MPA operates under the auspices of the Ministry of Environment, Natural Resources and
Transport. It is governed by a Board of Directors which is responsible for determining and facilitating
policies, strategies and programmes.
SCMRT-MPA Head office is based in the capital of Seychelles, Victoria and consists of two main operational
Divisions, engaged in specific activities and services.
1. Marine Parks Operations Division
Responsible of Marine Park management with regards to protection and enforcement of rules and
regulations; visitor management; conservation; educational and other eco-tourism use; coordinate park
activities at 3 ranger base stations: Curieuse, Port-Launay and Ste. Anne Marine Parks.
2. Marine Research Division & Technology Division
Focuses primarily on the marine research and monitoring components, through agreements with Universities
and scientists; manages a host of programmes and also provides facilities for visiting students, scientists and
volunteers.
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SEYCHELLES FISHING AUTHORITY
(SFA)
ACT 10 OF 1984
The Seychelles Fishing Authority (SFA) was
established under the Seychelles Fishing Authority Act 10 of 1984.
FUNCTIONS
It is to be noted that the SFA Establishment Act is being reviewed to bring it in line with the current needs
and practices, as follows: it is to manage, promote, organise and develop fishing, fishing industries and
fishing resources in Seychelles; assist in the formulation of the national policy with respect to fishing, fishing
industries and fishing resources and in the implementation of that policy; conduct negotiations, or engage in
meetings, seminars or discussions, with regard to fishing or fisheries or the establishment or operation of
fishing industries, whether at a national or international level, on behalf of the Republic or otherwise; assist
in promoting local stake-holding, partnership between international and Seychellois investors, and access to
equity in the fishing industry; ensure the protection of our sea fisheries; and, identify the manpower training
requirements of Seychelles with regard to fishing and fishing industries. The role of the Divisions are as
follows:
1. Research and Development Division
The role of this Division is to carry out research, collect statistics and provide scientific, economic and socio-
economic advice on the management and development of artisanal, semi-industrial and industrial sectors. It
also has the objective to develop sea fisheries, including aquaculture, generate optimum financial return for
Special Project
Unit
Communication
& Marketing
Section
Fisheries Economic
Information Unit
Research Section
Fisheries Development
Section
Research &
Development
Division
Monitoring,
Control &
Surveillance
Section
Fisheries
Administration
Section
Information &
Communication
Technology
Section
Fisheries
Mananagement
Division
Accounts
Section
Administration &
Human Resource
Section
Corporate
Division
Chief Executive
Officer
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the sector in accordance with sustainable exploitation of resources, maximise socio economic contribution
and employment in the sector.
2. Fisheries Management Division
The role of this Division is to manage our exploitable sea fisheries through development and implementation
of management plans and to carry out monitoring, control and surveillance activities to ensure compliance to
our fisheries laws or as may be prescribed by any International arrangements/agreements to which
Seychelles is a party.
3. Corporate Division
The function of the Corporate Division is to service the Managing Director‟s office and, to provide financial
accounting, administration, and other support services to the organisation. The Division has also the role to
set performance targets for all the Divisions.
4. Special Projects Unit
The function of the unit is to advise the Managing Director on all technical fisheries, carry out special duties
and projects; and policy formulation and evaluation, and in doing so it will liaise with the other Divisions and
Sections.
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SEYCHELLES HERITAGE FOUNDATION (SHF)
ACT 11 OF 2006
The Seychelles Heritage Foundation has been established under the Seychelles Heritage Foundation Act 11
of 2006.
VISION
Conserving, Administrating and putting to the best use the Culture Heritage asset of Seychelles.
MISSION STATEMENT
The Seychelles Heritage Foundation seeks to show leadership in the regeneration of the cultural heritage
landscape of Seychelles through partnerships with individuals and organization in promoting the cultural
heritage assets of Seychelles.
FUNCTIONS
The role of the Seychelles Heritage Foundation is to indentify, conserve and promote the cultural heritage of
Seychelles; encourage broader public participation in activities designed to promote the cultural heritage of
Seychelles; generates the resources necessary for the achievement of the purposes of this Act and to utilities
them for such purposes; manage heritage sites having regard to their value to cultural tourism; endeavors to
win international support for activities designed to promote the heritage of Seychelles; promotes research
into and education on various aspects of the national heritage, and advises Government on matters relating
to the cultural heritage of Seychelles.
Research and
Project Management
Support
Services
Maintance Landscape
Administration and
Finance
Programmes
Animation
Vye Marmit
Operations
Managing Director
Executive Chairman
Board of Directors
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SEYCHELLES INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT
(SIM)
MISSION
The Seychelles Institute of Management (SIM) shall be the premier national institute for private and public
sector management training and development, and shall be the regional leader in management and
leadership development. The management institute will maximise its contributions to national development
by ensuring that its capacity building programmes and management training initiatives bridge the gap
between current capabilities and future opportunities. It will achieve its goals through collaboration with
national, regional and international partners and by providing training in-house and through e- learning and
distance education mode. The Seychelles Institute of Management has been established as a body
corporate under Act 2 of 2006
FUNCTIONS
Seychelles Institute of Management‟s mandate makes it both a Management Development Institute and a
Public Service College. The institute promotes, provides and advances management education and training
for personal and professional development in line with national needs. It promotes the diversification of
managerial knowledge and skills and provides opportunities for continuous professional development for
managers and leaders and takes lead in setting standards and promulgates best practices in the area of
professional development of managers. The institute undertakes policy analysis and research in order to
inform national policies on management and leadership development. Training needs assessments is
undertaken in order to assist the fulfilment of national training needs of managers. The Seychelles Institute
of Management also carries out consultancies and advises organisations and government on best practices in
the area of management of organisations. The Seychelles Institute of Management networks with
international and regional institutions and organisations with a view to improve the standards at the institute
and obtain international recognition for its programmes.
Information
Systems Services
Marketing &
Business
Development
Finance and
Coirporate Services
Registrar's
Office
Research &
Evaluation
Training &
Development
Leadership
Development Centre
Operations
Chief Executive
Officer
Board of Directors
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SEYCHELLES INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS AUTHORITY (SIBA)
ACT 27 OF 1994
The Seychelles International Business Authority (SIBA) has been established under the National Seychelles
International Business Authority Act 27 of 2005.
FUNCTIONS
The Seychelles International Business Authority manages areas designated as international trade zones. It
administers employment and industrial relations regulations within the trade zones, and accordingly
administers immigration matters within these zones.
The Authority procures equipment, material and fixtures for the development and upkeep of physical
infrastructure. Provides support of hardware, software and other ICT to SIBA as well as start up SITZ and
registered agents where required. SIBA also procures and maintains ICT and media production equipment to
support an informed digitised environment.
Information
Technology
Centre for Offshore
Sudies& International
Market Research
Finance Legal and
Compliance
Administration
& Human Resources
Business Development
& Trade Zone
Chief Exective Officer/
Managing Director
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SEYCHELLES INVESTMENT BUREAU
(S.I.B.)
FUNCTIONS
The Seychelles Investment Bureau (SIB) provides information to potential investors and in consequence
receives, appraises, approves investment projects as well as any other investment related issues and
issues certificates upon project approval. It assists with identifying potential local partners, matching
them for joint ventures and also assists with the identification and selection of sites and business
premises. SIB organises visits and meetings with public agencies and economic operators on the island,
provides market intelligence, market opportunities and information on costs of doing businesses in
Seychelles, organises trade missions and road shows, and also provides aftercare service to the investor
to facilitate the growth and development of the full potential of the investment. In addition, the Bureau
assists with obtaining gainful occupational permits and all required licenses and clearances from relevant
authorities.
The Seychelles Investment Bureau prepares brochures, newsletters, and places adverts in selected
magazines.
Corporate
Affairs
Aftercare Promotion &
Development
Technical
Director
Business Development
and Support
Chief Executive
Officer
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SEYCHELLES LICENSING AUTHORITY (SLA)
The Seychelles Licensing Authority (SLA) is a regulatory body
established under the Licences Act (Cap 113) to grant, renew, refuse, suspend and revoke
licences. It has the power to attach or vary conditions to a licence.
The Authority is also a facilitator and thus, plays an important role in providing applicants or any interested
persons with the necessary guidelines on how to obtain the required licences and process their licence
applications as early as possible with a view of informing them of the outcome without delay. It works
closely with many consulting partners in processing of licences.
FUNCTIONS
1. Trade Licence Processing Services Division
Receives and facilitates the processing of issuing of trade licences in accordance with established guidelines
and licences regulations and conditions. The Division assists members of the public concerning procedures
and information to obtain a licence and generally provide customer care.
1.1 Traffic Licensing Section
Handles all road funds and driving licence applications and renewals and receives and facilitates
the processing and issuing of licences related to Road Transport e.g. Hirer of self-drive vehicles,
commercials vehicles etc. The Section undertakes the selection of new Taxi Operators based on
set procedures. They carry out inspections ensuring that Taxi Operators respect the code of
conduct.
2. Inspectorate and Enforcement Division
Information
Technology
Internal
Audit
Administration and
human Resources
Finance
Corporate
Services
Mahe
Praslin/
La Digue
Inspectorate &
Enforcement
Trade
Licensng n
Traffic Licensing
Registry
Licensing Processing
& Services Division
Managing
Director
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This Division ensures the enforcement of the Licences Act, Regulations and Conditions. The efficiency of the
Authority depends to a great extent on effective management the Trade Licences Section. A team of
inspectors monitors compliance and undertakes regular and periodical inspections to ensure that as far as
possible all licensable activities are licensed; inspect premises prior to being licensed to ensure their
suitability; detect unlicensed activities and take appropriate action including closing down and take legal
action; carry out inspections to ensure that licensee abide by the licence conditions; assist in resolving
disputes arising from complaints by clients against licence holders.
3. Finance Division
Provides financial administration and control; ensuring that revenue collected and expenditure incurred are
in accordance with Financial Regulations. The Division also undertakes the collection of licence fees and
other dues under the licence regulations.
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SEYCHELLES PENSION FUND (SPF)
ACT 8 OF 2005
The Seychelles Pension Fund has been established under the Seychelles Pension Fund Act 8 of 2005 to
repeal and replace the Seychelles Pension Scheme Act (Cap 220).
FUNCTIONS
Under the Seychelles Pension Fund Act, it provides for the financial security of: members by the payment of
a monthly pension; surviving spouse and children of members who die before retirement by the payment of
a monthly surviving spouse‟s pension or children‟s pension; those who are incapacitated due to injuries or
illness while being employed or thereafter; and lump sum payment on retirement for those who doe not
qualify for a pension
The Seychelles Pension Fund also provides death benefits where a member dies before reaching retirement
age and has no surviving spouse living with him/her at the time of death or has no children.
The Fund enables workers to spend their retirement in basic comfort. It promotes individual voluntary
contributions to the Fund, and enables members to use the voluntary contributions to their credit as security
for a housing loan or a loan for medical treatment.
Internal Audit
Administration
and Finance
IT and
System Support
Finance Investment System Support
Development
Compliance and
Enforcement
Benefits Office Services and
Property Management
Marketing and
Promotion
Human Resources
Project
Management
General Manager
Chief Executive Officer
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SEYCHELLES PORTS AUTHORITY (SPA)
VISION
Transform Port Victoria into a dynamic regional Economic and Maritime Centre, in collaboration with all its
partners and stakeholders.
MISSION
Create an enabling environment for the achievement of a more comprehensive port with facilities and
services in terms of quality, efficiency, competitiveness, efficiency, quality, safety, security and reliability.
FUNCTIONS
The Seychelles Ports Authority manages Port Victoria and other auxiliary ports in the most effective manner
including providing Port Control Services, berthing and unberthing of vessels, pilotage and tug services, and
administer matters relating to the security of the ports and their facilities in consultations and collaboration
with other stakeholders; maintains existing port installations, equipment and navigational aides to high
operational standards, develop new infrastructure and procure new technologies; facilitates government
agencies and other businesses in conducting their activities in/through Port Victoria and the auxiliary ports;
is responsible for the collection of harbour dues, rental fees and other moneys payable to the Authority
under the Seychelles Port Authority Act, the Harbour Act or any other law; acts in collaboration with other
bodies for the prevention of marine pollution, responding to marine environmental incidents; participates
during search and rescue operations.
The Seychelles Ports Authority plans, implements, monitors and evaluates training programmes to ensure
conformity with the established working norms and standards; advises Government or any public body on
any matters relating to merchant shipping as well as port and marine related issues; develops close
collaboration with other international port authorities; maintains Port Victoria as the safest and most secure
international port in the region and offers refuge to vessels in events of „force majeure‟.
Harbour
Master
Marine
Services
Operations
Projects
Business
Promotion
Business
Development
Accounts
Legal
Human
Resources
Corporate
Services
Chief Executive
Officer
Board of Directors
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SEYCHELLES QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY
(SQA)
FUNCTIONS
The Seychelles Qualifications Authority formulates and implements a national qualifications framework, when
necessary reviewing the policies and criteria on which the framework of qualifications is based. It keeps and
maintains a register of recognised qualifications, and maintains a database on all providers of education and
training.
The Authority promotes the quality and standards of education and training through a system of
accreditation, validation and quality assurances; establishes criteria for, and monitors the process of,
recognition of competencies outside formal education and training; evaluajtes and establishes equivalence of
foreign qualifications.
The Seychelles Qualifications Authority facilitates learners‟ access to and progression within the national
education and training system, and promotes international recognition of local qualifications. It also protects
the interests of learners.
The Seychelles Qualification Authority advises the Minister on matters relating to the functions of the
Authority.
Administration
and
Finance
Database
Management
Standard Setting
and Framework
Development
Quality
Assurance
Executive
Director
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SEYCHELLES TOURISM BOARD (STB)
VISION
Achieve the status of the most desirable island destination on the market offering the unique, authentic
Seychellois way of life, at a competitive price, and within a sustainable, eco-friendly environment.
MISSION
Further, raises visitor numbers and revenue by developing and maintaining an authentic, dynamic and
sustainable product based on professionalism and value for money as the foundation for parallel, innovative,
integrated and cost-effective marketing.
Public Relations
and Communications
Seychelles Tourism
Academy
Policy and
Research
International
Cooperaton
Policy and International
Cooperaton Department
Destination
Marketing
Destination
Management
System
Marketing Department
Finance
Human Resources
Management
Support
Services
Information
Technology
Corporate Services
Department
Customer
Services
Trade Human
Resources
Development
Events and Product
Diversification
Standard and
Product
Enhancement
Tourism Development
Department
Chairman and Chief
Executive Officer
Board of Directors
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FUNCTIONS
Promote the efficient and sustainable development of tourism and enhance its contribution to the national
economy; advise and assist the government in the development of infrastructure supporting the tourism
industry; encourage the provision and improvement of amenities and facilities needed for the better
enjoyment of Seychelles as a tourist destination; exercise general supervision over tourism enterprises;
establish a code of practice and standards for tourism enterprises and ensure compliance; carry out market
research and design and implement marketing strategies for the effective promotion of tourism; promote the
development of human resources in tourism and related fields; and promote domestic tourism
SEYCHELLES TOURISM ACADEMY (STA)
MISSION
To become a national and regional academy of excellence specializing in hospitality and tourism training.
The academy is committed to research, quality service, innovation, and development of the tourism industry
in Seychelles. STA nurtures a continuous learning environment for its students and staff to facilitate the
realization of their optimum potential.
FUNCTIONS
Train quality manpower for the hotel, airlines, travel agencies and other tourism related services industry;
maintain a national training agenda that is in line with government policy and targets; provide flexible
training programmes to suit industry needs and schedules; showcase high quality services and products
through its hotel d‟application; regularly review the curriculum to make it responsive to both local and
international needs; maintain an effective human resources development programme for its staff; maximize
the use of available resources; regularly undertake research activities and publish funding; increase the
student capacity for the current intake to 800/1,000; transform the academy to an autonomous institution;
network with international and regional hospitality and tourism institutions and organizations.