Health System Governance Center
The Health System Governance Center serves as the driving force for advancing health governance in the Sultanate of Oman by leading national governance initiatives, strengthening institutional integration, and enabling evidence- and data-informed decision-making to support the objectives of Oman Vision 2040 and enhance the performance of the health system. The Center is responsible for strengthening the national health governance framework, developing and formulating effective national health policies and strategies, supporting data-driven decision-making, and promoting transparency, disclosure, and compliance. It also focuses on building national capacity in health governance, policy, and strategic planning, while fostering national, regional, and international partnerships to enhance institutional performance, improve the quality of healthcare services, and ensure the sustainability of the health system.
Mission
To enhance the efficiency and resilience of the health system through a national health governance framework, by utilizing advanced monitoring and analysis, strengthening intersectoral integration, supporting evidence-based decision-making, designing policies and standards, framing compliance, and promoting transparency and accountability in a manner that reflects the Sultanate of Oman’s ambition toward excellence in line with international standards.
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The Health System Governance Center was established under Ministerial Decision No. (252/2025), which approved the organizational structure and official job titles of the Ministry of Health. The Center reports to the Undersecretary for Planning and Health Regulation and was established to strengthen health system governance, support evidence-informed decision-making, enhance institutional performance, and promote the sustainability of the health sector.
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Services Provided
Governance Development Section
Governance Development Section
● Developing comprehensive governance standards across all levels of the health system, in coordination with the Ministry’s various divisions according to their areas of specialization, while establishing a clear framework for accountability. ● Enhancing coordination among different health sectors to ensure the integration and comprehensiveness of the health system, thereby improving the efficiency and effectiveness of health system performance. ● Promoting and disseminating the principles of transparency and credibility across all procedures and operations of the Ministry’s various divisions. ● Proposing programs to build capacities and competencies in the areas of leadership and health system management, in collaboration with the Directorate General of Human Resources, with the aim of improving governance effectiveness and strengthening resource management. ● Continuously assessing the efficiency of the organizational structures of the Ministry’s various administrative divisions, and coordinating with them to monitor compliance with assigned functional responsibilities. ● Following up on the implementation of the decentralization project for health services in coordination with other relevant entities within the Ministry. ● Cooperating and coordinating with international organizations to ensure that the health system remains aligned with global standards and international best practices in governance.
Read MoreHealth Policy and Decision Support Section
Health Policy and Decision Support Section
● Proposing and formulating national policies to achieve health objectives, in alignment with the health priorities of Oman Vision 2040 and various national health policies. ● Conducting periodic reviews of national health policies in light of various changes to ensure their alignment with health developments and global trends. ● Promoting health research related to policy development and participating in research projects with local and international centers. ● Building and developing skills and providing technical support in the field of developing and preparing national health policies. ● Cooperating with international and regional organizations to benefit from global best practices and international standards in health policy development. ● Strengthening cooperation with partner sectors, encouraging the integration of health into national development plans, and raising awareness of the principle that “Health is everyone’s responsibility.”
Read MoreNational Health Observatory System Section
National Health Observatory System Section
● Conducting periodic monitoring and continuous, in-depth analysis of developments in priority strategic issues related to the health system. ● Conducting studies and research related to health systems. ● Producing knowledge based on the analysis of patterns and trends, and translating it into informed decision-making. ● Organizing workshops and dialogue platforms with relevant stakeholders and partners to discuss emerging issues. ● Building channels of cooperation, partnership, and twinning with national, regional, and global observatories. ● Cooperating with national and international institutions and organizations in areas related to the continuous development of the health system.
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National Health Policies and Strategies Gap Analysis
The National Health Policies and Strategies Gap Analysis is a systematic methodology designed to assess the gaps between existing and required health policies and strategies. The project involves a comprehensive review of national health policies, strategies, and their implementation mechanisms to identify gaps, overlaps, and areas requiring revision or further development. The analysis compares the current state with national priorities and international best practices to support evidence-informed decision-making and guide strategic planning toward clearly defined priorities. It also contributes to strengthening health system governance and enhancing the efficiency, resilience, and sustainability of the health system, making it a key instrument for continuous improvement and performance excellence.
Development of the National Child Health Policy
The development of a National Child Health Policy provides a unified national framework for promoting child health and ensuring the delivery of comprehensive, high-quality healthcare services for children. The policy aims to strengthen collaboration and integration among stakeholders within and beyond the health sector, contributing to improved child health outcomes and the development of a healthier future generation. It also supports equitable access to healthcare, enhances service quality, and aligns child health priorities with national health goals and international best practices.
Development of the National Palliative Care Policy
he National Palliative Care Policy project aims to establish a comprehensive national framework for the organization and development of palliative care services. The policy is designed to ensure the delivery of integrated, patient-centered care that enhances the quality of life of patients living with life-threatening or advanced chronic illnesses. It focuses on alleviating physical, psychological, and social suffering while strengthening coordination and collaboration among stakeholders within and beyond the health sector. The policy also seeks to ensure the sustainability, efficiency, and quality of palliative care services in alignment with international best practices and recognized standards. Project Start Date: April 2026
Oman Health Observatory System
The Oman Health System Observatory is a centralized digital platform designed to collect, integrate, process, analyze, and disseminate health data from across the health system in the Sultanate of Oman. The Observatory supports evidence-informed decision-making by providing reliable and timely health information, monitoring population health, and informing the development of national health policies and strategies. It also enhances health system governance by strengthening data integration, promoting transparency, and enabling continuous performance monitoring to support strategic planning and improve health outcomes.
About Us
Last updated on : 29 June 2026 - 09:36 AM
Mission
To enhance the efficiency and resilience of the health system through a national health governance framework, by utilizing advanced monitoring and analysis, strengthening intersectoral integration, supporting evidence-based decision-making, designing policies and standards, framing compliance, and promoting transparency and accountability in a manner that reflects the Sultanate of Oman’s ambition toward excellence in line with international standards.
Read MoreHistory
The Health System Governance Center was established under Ministerial Decision No. (252/2025), which approved the organizational structure and official job titles of the Ministry of Health. The Center reports to the Undersecretary for Planning and Health Regulation and was established to strengthen health system governance, support evidence-informed decision-making, enhance institutional performance, and promote the sustainability of the health sector.
Read MoreOngoing Projects
National Health Policies and Strategies Gap Analysis
The National Health Policies and Strategies Gap Analysis is a systematic methodology designed to assess the gaps between existing and required health policies and strategies. The project involves a comprehensive review of national health policies, strategies, and their implementation mechanisms to identify gaps, overlaps, and areas requiring revision or further development. The analysis compares the current state with national priorities and international best practices to support evidence-informed decision-making and guide strategic planning toward clearly defined priorities. It also contributes to strengthening health system governance and enhancing the efficiency, resilience, and sustainability of the health system, making it a key instrument for continuous improvement and performance excellence.
Development of the National Child Health Policy
The development of a National Child Health Policy provides a unified national framework for promoting child health and ensuring the delivery of comprehensive, high-quality healthcare services for children. The policy aims to strengthen collaboration and integration among stakeholders within and beyond the health sector, contributing to improved child health outcomes and the development of a healthier future generation. It also supports equitable access to healthcare, enhances service quality, and aligns child health priorities with national health goals and international best practices.
Development of the National Palliative Care Policy
he National Palliative Care Policy project aims to establish a comprehensive national framework for the organization and development of palliative care services. The policy is designed to ensure the delivery of integrated, patient-centered care that enhances the quality of life of patients living with life-threatening or advanced chronic illnesses. It focuses on alleviating physical, psychological, and social suffering while strengthening coordination and collaboration among stakeholders within and beyond the health sector. The policy also seeks to ensure the sustainability, efficiency, and quality of palliative care services in alignment with international best practices and recognized standards. Project Start Date: April 2026
Oman Health Observatory System
The Oman Health System Observatory is a centralized digital platform designed to collect, integrate, process, analyze, and disseminate health data from across the health system in the Sultanate of Oman. The Observatory supports evidence-informed decision-making by providing reliable and timely health information, monitoring population health, and informing the development of national health policies and strategies. It also enhances health system governance by strengthening data integration, promoting transparency, and enabling continuous performance monitoring to support strategic planning and improve health outcomes.
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Services List
Governance Development Section
Governance Development Section
● Developing comprehensive governance standards across all levels of the health system, in coordination with the Ministry’s various divisions according to their areas of specialization, while establishing a clear framework for accountability. ● Enhancing coordination among different health sectors to ensure the integration and comprehensiveness of the health system, thereby improving the efficiency and effectiveness of health system performance. ● Promoting and disseminating the principles of transparency and credibility across all procedures and operations of the Ministry’s various divisions. ● Proposing programs to build capacities and competencies in the areas of leadership and health system management, in collaboration with the Directorate General of Human Resources, with the aim of improving governance effectiveness and strengthening resource management. ● Continuously assessing the efficiency of the organizational structures of the Ministry’s various administrative divisions, and coordinating with them to monitor compliance with assigned functional responsibilities. ● Following up on the implementation of the decentralization project for health services in coordination with other relevant entities within the Ministry. ● Cooperating and coordinating with international organizations to ensure that the health system remains aligned with global standards and international best practices in governance.
Read MoreHealth Policy and Decision Support Section
Health Policy and Decision Support Section
● Proposing and formulating national policies to achieve health objectives, in alignment with the health priorities of Oman Vision 2040 and various national health policies. ● Conducting periodic reviews of national health policies in light of various changes to ensure their alignment with health developments and global trends. ● Promoting health research related to policy development and participating in research projects with local and international centers. ● Building and developing skills and providing technical support in the field of developing and preparing national health policies. ● Cooperating with international and regional organizations to benefit from global best practices and international standards in health policy development. ● Strengthening cooperation with partner sectors, encouraging the integration of health into national development plans, and raising awareness of the principle that “Health is everyone’s responsibility.”
Read MoreNational Health Observatory System Section
National Health Observatory System Section
● Conducting periodic monitoring and continuous, in-depth analysis of developments in priority strategic issues related to the health system. ● Conducting studies and research related to health systems. ● Producing knowledge based on the analysis of patterns and trends, and translating it into informed decision-making. ● Organizing workshops and dialogue platforms with relevant stakeholders and partners to discuss emerging issues. ● Building channels of cooperation, partnership, and twinning with national, regional, and global observatories. ● Cooperating with national and international institutions and organizations in areas related to the continuous development of the health system.
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The Health System Governance Center is located in the Ministry of Health's main building in Al Khuwair, Muscat, Sultanate of Oman.