Strengthen Policy Research
Conduct relevant research and analytical studies that respond to public-sector challenges and national development priorities.
CSI INSTITUTIONAL CENTRE
National Center for Public Policy Studies
Advancing evidence-based governance through policy research, technical advisory services, strategic foresight, and public-sector capacity development.
About the Centre
A Knowledge and Policy Resource for Better Governance
The National Center for Public Policy Studies is an institutional centre of the Civil Service Institute established to support informed, effective, and evidence-based public-sector decision-making.
The Centre brings together policy research, analytical work, technical advisory services, strategic foresight, knowledge development, and policy dialogue to strengthen the quality of public policy and institutional performance.
Through collaboration with government institutions, academic bodies, research organizations, and development partners, the Centre contributes to a stronger culture of evidence, learning, and public-sector innovation.
Evidence for Better Public Policy
A professional platform for policy research, knowledge exchange, advisory services, and institutional learning in support of effective governance and public-sector development.
Mandate and Direction
Purpose and Strategic Objectives
The Centre is designed to connect policy knowledge, applied research, and professional expertise with the needs of public institutions and decision-makers.
Support Evidence-Based Decisions
Generate, synthesize, and communicate reliable evidence to support policy formulation, implementation, review, and evaluation.
Develop Institutional Capacity
Promote professional learning, knowledge sharing, and capacity development for public-sector institutions and personnel.
Promote Policy Dialogue
Facilitate constructive dialogue among government, academia, practitioners, and other stakeholders on public policy issues.
Advance Strategic Foresight
Explore emerging trends, risks, and future scenarios to support forward-looking planning and policy preparedness.
Build Knowledge Partnerships
Establish collaborative relationships that strengthen research, innovation, knowledge exchange, and technical cooperation.
Strategic Framework
Core Areas of Focus
The Centre's work is organized around interconnected areas that support policy quality, institutional learning, and public-sector transformation.
PILLAR 01
Policy Research and Advisory
Producing practical research and providing technical advisory support on governance, development, and public-sector priorities.
Key Functional Areas
- Governance and Development Analysis
- Advisory and Technical Services
- Strategic Foresight and Risk Analysis
- Policy Scenario Development
PILLAR 02
Evidence-Based Policies
Generating and applying reliable evidence to strengthen policy formulation, implementation, review, and decision-making.
Key Functional Areas
- Governance and Development Research
- Data Management and Knowledge Systems
- Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting and Learning
- Research and Policy Analysis
PILLAR 03
Capacity and Knowledge Development
Building policy knowledge, professional capabilities, and institutional learning through targeted development initiatives.
Key Functional Areas
- Policy Learning and Knowledge Exchange
- Professional Development
- Institutional Learning Systems
- Policy Dialogue and Engagement
Our Work
Key Areas of Work
The Centre's work connects research, advisory services, public engagement, and capacity development.
Governance and Development Analysis
Institutional assessment, public-service delivery analysis, governance research, and development policy studies.
Advisory and Technical Services
Policy briefs, technical assistance, institutional advice, and specialized advisory support.
Data and Knowledge Systems
Digital policy repositories, knowledge systems, data management, and preservation of institutional knowledge.
Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning
Performance frameworks, impact evaluation, reporting, organizational learning, and evidence-based improvement.
Strategic Foresight and Risk Analysis
Emerging-trend analysis, risk assessment, scenario development, and forward-looking policy support.
Policy Dialogue and Engagement
Policy forums, stakeholder consultations, knowledge exchange, and platforms for constructive public-sector dialogue.
Institutional Governance
Governance and Leadership
The Centre operates within the governance architecture of the Civil Service Institute, with defined oversight, coordination, and technical support.
Governance Hierarchy
Parent Institution
Civil Service Institute (CSI)
Executive Leadership
CSI Executive Director
Centre Leadership
NCPPS Coordinator
Technical Support
Senior Policy Fellows and Researchers
Institutional Integration
Research and Learning
Connected to CSI's academic, research,
and professional development mandate.
Public-Sector Engagement
Supports government institutions and
public-sector stakeholders.
Knowledge Management
Promotes documentation, evidence sharing,
and institutional memory.
Strategic Partnerships
Encourages collaboration with relevant
national and international institutions.
Collaboration and Partnerships
Connecting Knowledge, Institutions and Practice
The Centre seeks to build partnerships with government institutions, universities, research organizations, development partners, civil society, and the private sector.
These partnerships support joint research, technical advisory services, policy dialogues, conferences, training programmes, publications, knowledge exchange, and collaborative initiatives that connect evidence and expertise with decision-making.
Engage with the Centre
For research collaboration, policy dialogue, technical advisory services, or further information, contact the Civil Service Institute.