Organizational Structure of CERD
The Centre of Excellence for Rural Development (CERD) operates with a robust and transparent governance framework, ensuring effective oversight and management of its programs and initiatives.
Governance
CERD is guided by an independent Board of Directors responsible for all policy decisions. The Chief Executive (CE) serves as the administrative head, leading the management team in program implementation.
Executive Framework
At the Head Office, the organizational structure includes:
- Chief Executive (CE)
- Program Manager Operations (PMO)
- Seven Core Managers overseeing the following units:
- Human Resource Management (HRM)
- Finance
- Internal Audit
- Administration
- Program Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting (PMER)
- Media
- Information Technology (IT)
In addition, there are six Programme Units, each headed by a Programme Manager, responsible for specific programmatic areas.
Internal Controls
CERD has established a comprehensive Internal Financial and Social Audit system designed to enhance internal controls related to finance and program quality.
Field Operations
Field operations are managed directly through Regional Offices, each overseen by a Regional Programme Manager or Team Leader. These managers are supported by senior representatives from the program sections at the regional level.
Each region is equipped with Field Units operating at the District and Tehsil levels. Many Field Units also have several Village Branches, which represent the smallest operational unit within CERDs structure.
Team Composition
At each Field Unit, the team typically consists of:
- One male Social Organizer
- One female Social Organizer
- One or two Intern Social Organizers
- A Field Monitor
Current Operations
CERD currently operates seven Regional Offices across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and FATA, facilitating efficient service delivery and program implementation in the communities we serve.
