Structure

The most recent change to the internal organization of the Civil Protection Department has been in effect since June 15, 2021. It was made by a decree of the Secretary-General signed on April 28, 2021, which also repealed the previous decree.

The Department is divided into Units and Offices. Under the direct authority of the Head of Department are the Secretariat Service of the Head of Department, the International Relations and Activities Unit, the Strategic Planning, Internal Control and Transparency Unit, and the Department Press Office. In performing his duties, the Department Head is supported by a Senior Scientific Advisor responsible for providing advisory, research, and study services.

In the event of the Head of Department being absent, on vacation, or otherwise unable to perform their duties, the Deputy Head of Department will assume the responsibilities and functions of the Head of Department, carrying out specific tasks delegated by the Head of Department to ensure continuity in the coordination of the National Service and the direction of the Department.

The Emergency Coordination Office supports the Department Head in coordinating and providing unified direction for emergency activities.

The Legal Office assists the Department Head in coordinating activities for forecasting, prevention, and overcoming emergencies.

The Department includes six additional Offices, divided into Units: Office I – Volunteering and National Resources; Office II - Technical-Scientific, Forecast and Risk Prevention Activities; Office III - Emergency Infrastructures Planning; Office IV - Emergency Recovery; Office V - Human and Instrumental Resources and General Services; Office VI - Administration and Budget.