The Department of Educational Support and Projects

The Department of Educational Support and Projects is lead by Principal Secretary, Mr. Bernard Arnephy. The Structure of the Department is as follows:

Mandate

The Department of Educational Support and Projects is responsible for providing the operational, financial, and infrastructural support necessary to ensure the effective functioning and sustainability of the education system in Seychelles.

Its mandate includes ensuring sound financial governance, transparent procurement processes, and the efficient management of resources across all state educational institutions. The Department oversees the planning, development, maintenance, and upgrading of educational infrastructure, ensuring that facilities are safe, modern, inclusive, and resilient.

The Department is also responsible for the timely provision and management of instructional materials, equipment, and learning resources to support quality teaching and learning. It strengthens administrative systems, risk management practices, and service delivery mechanisms to enhance operational efficiency and accountability.

Through innovative and context-responsive support models tailored to the needs of a small island state, the Department ensures that schools are adequately equipped, well-maintained, and optimally resourced to deliver high-quality education in alignment with national priorities and standards.

The Department of Educational Support & Projects consists of the Private Office of the Permanent Secretary (PS) and three Divisions:

▪ Infrastructure & Facilities Services Division
▪ Finance Division
▪ Resource, Procurement & Asset Management Division