School of Management & Public Administration (SMPA)

Somalia’s designated training provider for the public sector, established under Somali National University to strengthen management, leadership and professional competencies.

School of Management And Public Administration

Founded in 2016 under Somali National University, the School of Management & Public Administration works to transform Somalia’s public sector. It serves government institutions and public servants through training, research and consultancy, improving service delivery across Central Government, Regional and Local Authorities, and Public Enterprises.

Our mission is to provide quality capacity building and skills development in governance, leadership, resource management and administration, in support of a vision to be a premier vehicle for capacity development of the Somali Public Service and Private Sector.

Designated Training Provider

Coordinating training across offices, ministries and agencies for a uniform approach to public service.

Public Sector Think Tank

Promoting dialogue and practical solutions on the governance challenges facing Somalia.

Strategic Objectives

Deliver induction and management programmes, short courses and postgraduate training, and conduct the examinations or tests that qualify people for appointment, promotion or transfer in the public service.

Investigate public administration, governance and socio-economic challenges, offering practical, implementable solutions that inform national policy in the Federal Government of Somalia.

Serve as the official Government consultant, designing systems, procedures and methods that prevent waste and leakages and support reform, sound decision-making and effective service delivery.
Undertake regular surveys of public service institutions to determine training needs and guide the expansion of training programmes and other interventions.
Work with institutions to understand their development needs and deliver effective solutions, including executive coaching, HR consulting and leadership development.
Foster purpose, values and professional traditions among public sector employees, encouraging accountability, transparency and continuous learning for a better Somalia.