This Human Resource Policy and Procedures Manual provide a comprehensive framework for managing human resources in the Ministry of Planning, Investment and Economic Development (MoPIED). It serves as an everyday reference for all MoPIED employees – from Directors to general staff – on the rules, procedures, and standards for HR management.

The manual covers the entire employee lifecycle, from planning workforce needs to recruitment, development, performance management, and separation. Its scope applies to all civil service staff of MoPIED, including permanent civil servants and other staff categories as may be defined (e.g. contract employees), except where explicitly noted. By following this manual, MoPIED aims to ensure that HR practices are consistent, transparent, and merit-based across the Ministry.

This manual is aligned with national laws and policies governing public service, notably: Civil Service Law No. 11 (2006), the Somalia Labour Code (1972), the Public Service Pay and Grade Policy (2022), and other relevant regulations. It also reflects the broader goals of Somalia’s national strategies such as the Ninth National Development Plan (NDP-9) 2020–2024 and the forthcoming National Transformation Plan (NTP) 2025–2029, which emphasize strengthening institutions and public sector performance. The policies herein incorporate international best practices and standards (e.g. International Labour Organization conventions on fair labor practices, United Nations Development Programme guidelines for civil service management, African Union principles on public service values, and World Bank recommendations for HR reforms). Overall, the manual’s purpose is to professionalize HR management in MoPIED, ensuring decisions are fair, lawful, and conducive to building a capable and motivated workforce.