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Departments

Departments

The Public Service Institute of Nigeria (PSIN) operates through a structured organogram designed to support its mandate of training, research, and capacity development for the Nigerian public service. At the apex of the structure is the Office of the Administrator/CEO, which provides overall leadership, strategic direction, and oversight of all operational units and departments.

Beneath the Office of the Administrator/CEO are core departments and specialized units that collectively support training delivery, research, administration, finance, and institutional development.

1. Administration and Finance Department

This department oversees the internal administrative and financial operations of the

Institute. It includes:

  • Accounts Unit – manages financial records, budgeting, and expenditure.
  • Human Resource Management Unit – handles staffing, personnel development, and HR functions.

2. Planning, Research and Development Department

This is the strategic engine of PSIN, responsible for:

  • Planning Unit – institutional planning and program coordination.
  • Research and Advocacy Unit – evidence-based research and knowledge dissemination.
  • Monitoring and Evaluation Unit – tracking programme outcomes, quality control, and performance measurement.

3. Studies and Learning Department

This department coordinates the Institute’s core training activities. It includes:

  •  Training and Development Unit – designs and delivers capacity-building programmes.
  • Technical Support Services Unit – provides learning resources, technical assistance, and training logistics.

4. Entrepreneurship and Commercial Orientation Department

This department drives innovation and alternative revenue streams. It covers:

  • Business Development and Skills Acquisition Unit – practical skills training and enterprise development.
  • Pre-retirement Counselling and Support Services Unit – programmes tailored for retiring public servants.

5. Office of the Administrator/CEO – Specialist Units

These units provide oversight, compliance, and administrative support across the Institute:

  1. Internal Audit
  2. Procurement (Goods and Works)
  3. Procurement (Non-Consultancy Services)
  4. Procurement (Consultancy Services)
  5. SERVICOM/Anti-Corruption
  6. ICT and E-Library Services