The Policy, Programmes and Legal Affairs Division supports the Office of the Prime Minister by providing strategic direction, coordination and oversight across policy development, EU and international affairs, legal processes, programme implementation and EU-funded initiatives.
Working closely with departments, directorates, entities and national, European and international partners, the Division helps turn Government priorities into coherent policy action, sound governance and tangible results.
Our Mission
Our mission is to provide forward-looking policy coordination, effective programme implementation, sound legal and regulatory oversight, and timely guidance on EU and international matters, in line with the values of Servizz Pubbliku and the wider ethos of accountable, transparent and citizen-centred public administration.
Our Areas of Responsibility
Office of the Director General
The Office of the Director General provides strategic leadership and ensures coherence across the Division’s policy, programme and legal functions. It supports the Principal Permanent Secretary and senior leadership by aligning divisional work with Government priorities, strengthening governance and maintaining effective coordination across national, EU and international files.
Key Areas of Work:
- Providing strategic advice on policy areas falling within the remit of the Office of the Prime Minister.
- Overseeing policy, projects and programmes to ensure alignment with Government priorities.
- Supporting the timely implementation and application of EU law, including transposition into national legislation.
- Promoting policy coherence across departments, entities and appointed bodies.
- Strengthening strategic foresight, risk analysis and forward planning.
- Maintaining effective working relationships with local, European and international institutions.
Policy and EU Affairs Directorate
The Policy and EU Affairs Directorate supports the development, coordination and implementation of national, European Union and international policy matters within the remit of the Office of the Prime Minister. It helps ensure that policy positions are timely, coherent, evidence-informed and aligned with Government priorities.
Key Areas of Work:
- Coordinating policy-related work across entities falling under the Office of the Prime Minister.
- Monitoring EU legislative and policy developments and supporting coordinated responses.
- Preparing Cabinet submissions, reports, briefings, speaking notes and presentational material.
- Supporting EU legal transposition and matters related to the EU acquis.
- Monitoring obligations under bilateral and international instruments and coordinating related reporting where applicable.
Projects and Programmes Directorate
The Projects and Programmes Directorate supports the effective participation of the Office of the Prime Minister, its departments and entities in EU-funded programmes and initiatives. It provides strategic and technical support throughout the project life cycle, from identifying opportunities and developing proposals to implementation, financial management, monitoring, reporting and audit.
Key Areas of Work:
- Identifying and promoting relevant EU funding opportunities.
- Supporting the preparation and review of project proposals.
- Monitoring project implementation against approved objectives, milestones and commitments.
- Promoting sound financial management, transparency and compliance.
- Facilitating collaboration with departments, entities, national authorities and European partners.
Our Commitment
We are committed to delivering a professional, responsive and forward-looking service built on collaboration, integrity, accountability and results. Guided by the principles of Servizz Pubbliku, the Division promotes sound governance, evidence-informed advice and effective coordination in support of Government priorities and the public good.