(2018) Organization and Staffing Plan for Regulatory Functions
Summary — This report outlines a staffing plan to support the regulatory functions of the National Port Authority (APN) in Haiti. It focuses on strengthening APN's capacity as a regulator, particularly concerning the upcoming engagement of a private sector operator for a new container terminal in Cap-Haïtien.
Key Findings
- APN needs to strengthen its regulatory capacity to oversee private sector involvement in port operations.
- Tariff analysis, performance monitoring, and competition oversight are critical regulatory functions.
- Effective staffing and organizational structure are essential for successful regulation.
- Cap-Haïtien port plays a key role in information gathering and regulatory implementation.
- Gender integration in APN staffing and training is important.
Full Description
The report details a plan to bolster the regulatory capabilities of Haiti's National Port Authority (APN), particularly in anticipation of a private sector engagement at the Cap-Haïtien port. It identifies key regulatory functions pertinent to APN's role as a port authority, including tariff analysis, performance monitoring, competition oversight, operational regulations, and contract management. The document outlines the skills and knowledge required for each function, assesses APN's existing organizational structure, and proposes a staffing plan to support effective regulation, considering both APN headquarters and the Cap-Haïtien port.