The former minister in the failed government of de facto PM Ariel Henry, Nesmy Manigat, has been appointed Director of Cabinet of Prime Minister Garry Conille.
The Chief of Staff of the Prime Minister is often considered the right arm of the Prime Minister. His responsibilities include the day-to-day management of the cabinet, coordination of government activities, supervision of cabinet staff, and often acts as the principal political advisor to the Prime Minister.
The PM’s Chief of Staff plays a crucial role in implementing government policy and managing relations between the Prime Minister and ministries, political parties and other key stakeholders.
More precisely, the Chief of Staff is called upon to fulfill the following responsibilities at the level of the Prime Minister’s Office:
1. **Strategic advice :** The Chief of Staff advises the Prime Minister on political, strategic and administrative issues. It provides in-depth analyzes on government issues, policies to adopt and possible implications.
2. **Government Coordination :** The Chief of Staff ensures effective coordination between ministries and government agencies. This includes ensuring that government policies are consistent and aligned with the Prime Minister’s objectives.
3. **Office Management :** The Chief of Staff supervises the daily operation of the Prime Minister’s office. This includes managing staff, scheduling meetings, and coordinating internal and external communications.
4. **Political Liaison :** It often acts as the main point of contact between the Prime Minister and other political parties, interest groups and the media. This involves negotiating compromises, building coalitions, and maintaining strategic political relationships.
5. **Crisis management :** In times of crisis, the Chief of Staff plays a crucial role in managing the government’s response. This may include coordinating relief efforts, communicating with the public, and managing government resources to address the crisis.
6. **Strategic planning :** The Chief of Staff is often responsible for the government’s long-term planning. This involves working with the Prime Minister to identify the government’s long-term objectives and developing strategies to achieve them.
7. **Agenda Management:** He is responsible for managing the Prime Minister’s agenda, organizing his meetings, travels and official commitments. This requires close coordination with other cabinet members and advisors to ensure that the Prime Minister’s agenda is well managed and optimized to achieve government objectives
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