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Once disaster risk reduction is formally included in the national health sector plan, a system must be set up to establish clear links between the functions, roles, and responsibilities of all health sector institutions and levels, including each division and department in the ministry of health.

This structure of relationships should group roles and responsibilities to determine the organizational model that would work best to meet and fulfill these challenges, both within the ministry and in coordination with other institutions in and beyond the sector.

To clarify the organization and functions of the system, it would be helpful to develop an organizational chart with all relevant organizations and the minimal technical competencies required of the individuals assuming the various responsibilities.