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National network Published ISPS status: Level 1 across all four ports Safety record No published safety incidents recorded ↗（https://www.npa.gov.lr/safety-performance）Freeport of Monrovia ISPS Level 1 Normal ↗（https://www.npa.gov.lr/ports/freeport-of-monrovia）Port of Buchanan ISPS Level 1 Normal ↗（https://www.npa.gov.lr/ports/port-of-buchanan）Port of Greenville ISPS Level 1 Normal ↗（https://www.npa.gov.lr/ports/port-of-greenville）Port of Harper ISPS Level 1 Normal ↗（https://www.npa.gov.lr/ports/port-of-harper）
National network Published ISPS status: Level 1 across all four ports Safety record No published safety incidents recorded ↗（https://www.npa.gov.lr/safety-performance）Freeport of Monrovia ISPS Level 1 Normal ↗（https://www.npa.gov.lr/ports/freeport-of-monrovia）Port of Buchanan ISPS Level 1 Normal ↗（https://www.npa.gov.lr/ports/port-of-buchanan）Port of Greenville ISPS Level 1 Normal ↗（https://www.npa.gov.lr/ports/port-of-greenville）Port of Harper ISPS Level 1 Normal ↗（https://www.npa.gov.lr/ports/port-of-harper）
Organization Divisions & Departments
Explore the National Port Authority’s reporting structure, including executive reporting groups, divisions, departments and units.
6 Reporting Group s 35 Organizational Unit s One National Authority
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Explore the departments and operational units responsible for administering Liberia’s national port system.
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Browse by reporting group 35 organizational units
All 35 Managing Director 8 Deputy Managing Director for Administration 10 Deputy Managing Director for Operations 4 Marine Division 2 Corporate Security 4 Finance Division 7
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Reports to Managing Director
Legal Dept
Provides legal counsel to the Authority and supports lawful, commercially sound management of Liberia’s ports. The department advises management and operational units on legislation, contracts, concessions, regulatory obligations, disputes and institutional decisions that carry legal risk.
View department ↗（https://www.npa.gov.lr/divisions-and-departments/legal-dept）
Reports to Managing Director
Planning, Research, and Economic Development
The Planning, Research, and Economic Development is responsible for leading NPA’s strategic planning, research, and economic development efforts to optimize port operations, foster innovation, and drive sustainable growth. This department is very instrumental in shaping the long-term vision and strategy for Liberia’s ports, aligning the NPA’s objectives with national and regional economic priorities, and ensuring that NPA is a central player in the modernization of Liberia's maritime sector. The Executive Director, who is the HEAD of the department, will manage a team responsible for planning, research, and policy development, ensuring that all projects and initiatives are data-driven, forward-thinking, and aligned with NPA’s mission to enhance operational excellence and competitiveness. This ED will collaborate with high-level stakeholders both within the government and the private sector, as well as regional and international maritime organizations, to ensure that Liberia’s ports remain competitive in an increasingly globalized economy.
View department ↗（https://www.npa.gov.lr/divisions-and-departments/planning-research-and-economic-affairs-dept）
Reports to Managing Director
Governmental and International Affairs Dept
Coordinates NPA’s formal relationships with Government institutions, international partners and intergovernmental stakeholders. It supports protocol, institutional representation, cooperation agreements and follow-up on matters that require cross-government or international coordination.
View department ↗（https://www.npa.gov.lr/divisions-and-departments/governmental-and-international-affairs-dept）
Reports to Managing Director
Public Relations Dept
Manages the Authority’s public communication, media relations and institutional reputation. The department communicates verified information about NPA operations, projects, services and public-interest activities while supporting transparent engagement with stakeholders.
View department ↗（https://www.npa.gov.lr/divisions-and-departments/public-relations-dept）
Reports to Managing Director
Port States Coordination
Supports coordination of port-state, maritime-safety and environmental compliance matters that affect vessels and port operations. The function works with relevant national authorities and port stakeholders to strengthen safe, compliant and environmentally responsible operations.
View department ↗（https://www.npa.gov.lr/divisions-and-departments/port-state-coordination）
Reports to Managing Director
Internal Audit Dept
Provides independent assurance on governance, internal controls, risk management and use of Authority resources. The department evaluates whether financial, operational and administrative controls are designed and operating effectively and follows up agreed corrective actions.
View department ↗（https://www.npa.gov.lr/divisions-and-departments/internal-audit-dept）
Reports to Managing Director
Procurement Dept
Coordinates acquisition of goods, works and services needed for NPA operations and development programs. The department supports transparent procurement planning, competitive sourcing, contract formation and records management in line with applicable public-procurement requirements.
View department ↗（https://www.npa.gov.lr/divisions-and-departments/procurement）
Reports to Managing Director
Claims Dept
Coordinates administrative handling of claims involving the Authority, port users, contractors, cargo, property or operational incidents. The department supports timely fact-finding, documentation, assessment and referral of claims for legal, financial or management action.
View department ↗（https://www.npa.gov.lr/divisions-and-departments/claims-dept）
Reports to Deputy Managing Director for Administration
Human Resources Dept
Manages the Authority’s core people-management processes and supports a capable, accountable and properly administered workforce. The department covers workforce planning, recruitment, employee records, performance, labor relations, benefits administration and HR policy.
View department ↗（https://www.npa.gov.lr/divisions-and-departments/human-resources-dept）
Reports to Deputy Managing Director for Administration
Property & Environment Department
Manages NPA-owned land, buildings and property interests to support operations, revenue generation and long-term asset stewardship. The department coordinates property records, occupancy, leases, inspections and use of Authority real estate.
View department ↗（https://www.npa.gov.lr/divisions-and-departments/property-dept）
Reports to Deputy Managing Director for Administration
Training Dept
Coordinates staff learning, competency development and professional training across the Authority. The department supports technical, safety, managerial and administrative capacity building aligned with operational needs and institutional priorities.
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Reports to Deputy Managing Director for Administration
Logistics and Automation Dept
Supports efficient movement, supply coordination and automation of internal operational processes. The department helps connect logistics requirements with workflow improvement, equipment support and process digitisation so that services can be delivered more reliably.
View department ↗（https://www.npa.gov.lr/divisions-and-departments/logistics-and-automation-dept）
Reports to Deputy Managing Director for Administration
Customer Service Dept
Serves as a principal service interface between NPA and port users, customers and prospective partners. The department helps users navigate NPA services, resolves service issues and provides structured feedback to management on customer experience.
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Reports to Deputy Managing Director for Administration
Transport Dept
Manages the Authority’s vehicle fleet and internal transport support. The department coordinates vehicle allocation, maintenance, fuel control, driver administration and transport records to support safe and cost-effective movement of personnel and materials.
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Reports to Deputy Managing Director for Administration
Corporate Services and Archives
Provides central administrative and records-management support to the Authority. The function promotes orderly document control, institutional memory, correspondence management and reliable access to official records.
View department ↗（https://www.npa.gov.lr/divisions-and-departments/corporate-services-and-archives）
Reports to Deputy Managing Director for Administration
Health, Safety, and Environment Dept
Leads occupational health, safety and environmental management across NPA workplaces and port operations. The department supports hazard control, incident prevention, emergency preparedness, environmental compliance and continual improvement of HSE performance.
View department ↗（https://www.npa.gov.lr/divisions-and-departments/health-safety-and-environment-dept）