(i) Leadership Body

1. 1. Committee Chairperson
• • The Committee Chairperson is carefully selected and appointed by the UN Secretary-General. Typically, the role is filled by a senior individual with extensive experience and significant influence in international affairs, development cooperation, and crisis management. The term of office is four years, with the possibility of one reappointment.
• • As the highest leader of the Committee, the Chairperson is fully responsible for the Committee's strategic planning, policy-making, and external representation. The Chairperson must regularly report progress and achievements to the UN General Assembly and the Secretary-General, ensuring that the Committee's work is highly aligned with the UN's overall strategy and priorities. Additionally, the Chairperson actively advocates for the importance of post-disaster and post-war reconstruction on the international stage, enhancing the Committee's global visibility and influence. This role is crucial in creating favorable conditions for resource mobilization and international cooperation.
2. 2. Vice-Chairpersons
• • There are three Vice-Chairpersons, each from different regions and with diverse professional backgrounds (such as infrastructure construction, socio-economic development, peacebuilding, and governance). They are nominated by the Chairperson and approved by the Committee's plenary session, serving a term of three years with the possibility of one reappointment.
• • The Vice-Chairpersons assist the Chairperson in day-to-day operations and are responsible for coordinating and guiding the Committee's work in different professional areas and regions. They must closely monitor the latest trends and challenges in the field of post-disaster and post-war reconstruction globally, providing professional advice and suggestions for the Committee's strategic planning and policy-making. This ensures that the Committee's work can promptly respond to the actual needs of affected countries and the expectations of the international community. Additionally, the Vice-Chairpersons represent the Committee in high-level communications and negotiations with regional governments, international organizations, and regional cooperation bodies. They work to expand cooperation opportunities, strengthen regional coordination and collaborative response capabilities, and promote balanced and effective implementation of global reconstruction efforts.

(ii) Executive Bodies

1. 1. Assessment and Planning Department
• • Rapid Assessment Division: Comprising professionals with extensive experience in disaster assessment and post-conflict needs analysis, this division can be rapidly deployed to affected areas upon receiving a mission. Equipped with advanced assessment tools and technologies, such as satellite remote sensing image analysis systems, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and mobile data collection devices, they can efficiently and accurately collect and analyze data on infrastructure damage, humanitarian needs, economic conditions, and disruption of social services in the affected areas. In the early stages of a disaster or conflict, the Rapid Assessment Division is responsible for establishing emergency contacts with local governments, community organizations, humanitarian relief agencies, and other relevant parties. They coordinate data sharing and information exchange mechanisms to ensure that the assessment work can be quickly and comprehensively carried out, providing timely and reliable data support for subsequent reconstruction planning.
• • Strategic Planning Division: This division brings together a team of experts with in-depth professional knowledge and rich practical experience in urban development, economic planning, social policy, and environmental management. They are responsible for developing comprehensive and integrated reconstruction strategies and action plans based on the data and analysis provided by the Rapid Assessment Division, in conjunction with the long-term development goals and priorities of the affected countries. The Strategic Planning Division emphasizes interdepartmental collaboration and stakeholder participation. Through organizing multi-stakeholder workshops, consultation meetings, and public hearings, they widely solicit opinions and suggestions from government officials, community representatives, the business community, academic institutions, and non-governmental organizations. This ensures that the reconstruction plans fully reflect the needs and expectations of the affected population while also considering important principles such as sustainable development, social inclusion, and resilience building. The division is also responsible for translating the reconstruction strategy into a specific list of projects and a timeline, clarifying the work objectives, task assignments, funding requirements, and performance indicators for each stage. This provides a clear roadmap and action guide for the orderly implementation of reconstruction efforts.
2. 2. Coordination and Resource Mobilization Department
• • Internal Coordination Division: Serving as the coordination hub within the UN system, the Internal Coordination Division is responsible for establishing and maintaining an efficient coordination mechanism to ensure seamless collaboration among UN agencies in post-disaster and post-war reconstruction efforts. The division has a team of dedicated liaison officers who work with major UN agencies such as the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the World Food Programme (WFP), the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), the World Health Organization (WHO), and the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat). They gain a deep understanding of each agency's scope of responsibilities, areas of expertise, and work plans, facilitating smooth information sharing and communication. Regular inter-agency coordination meetings are organized to jointly review the progress, challenges, and resource allocation of reconstruction projects. The division coordinates the work priorities and task assignments of different agencies at various stages of reconstruction, avoiding overlaps and conflicts. It is also responsible for developing joint work plans and resource-sharing agreements, promoting optimized allocation and complementary cooperation among agencies in terms of human resources, technical expertise, material equipment, and funding. This forms a powerful collective effort, enhancing the overall efficiency and responsiveness of the UN system in reconstruction work.
• • External Cooperation Division: Focusing on building and maintaining extensive partnerships with international financial institutions, bilateral aid agencies, non-governmental organizations, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, and other relevant external partners, the External Cooperation Division's staff possess excellent diplomatic communication skills and project fundraising experience. They have a deep understanding of partners' policies, priority areas, and funding requirements, identifying potential cooperation opportunities and resource channels. Through organizing international fundraising conferences, bilateral talks, and cooperation forums, they actively promote the reconstruction needs and projects of affected countries to the international community, attracting global financial, technical, and human resources. The division is responsible for drafting and negotiating Memorandums of Understanding, project agreements, and funding assistance contracts to ensure the legality and compliance of cooperation projects and safeguard the rights and interests of all parties. Additionally, the division establishes a partner database and project tracking system to regularly monitor and evaluate the implementation of cooperation projects. They promptly coordinate and resolve issues and challenges that arise during cooperation, maintaining good relationships and expanding the international cooperation network to continuously inject strong resource support into the reconstruction efforts of affected areas.
3. 3. Project Implementation Department
• • Infrastructure Project Division: Comprising civil engineers, architects, energy experts, and transportation planners, this division is responsible for organizing and supervising the reconstruction of infrastructure in affected areas. The division has specialized sections for different types of infrastructure projects, including transportation infrastructure, energy facilities, water and sanitation facilities, and communication infrastructure. During project implementation, the Infrastructure Project Division strictly follows reconstruction plans and international standards and regulations. They carry out project design, tendering and procurement, construction supervision, and quality acceptance to ensure the quality and safety of infrastructure projects. The division also emphasizes the integration of sustainable and resilience design concepts. For example, in road construction, materials and structural designs with stronger disaster resistance are used. In energy supply systems, the proportion of renewable energy and the application of smart grid technologies are increased. In water resource management, water-saving and rainwater collection systems are promoted. These measures enhance the adaptability and operational efficiency of infrastructure in the face of future disasters and climate change, providing a solid and reliable hardware foundation for the long-term development of affected areas.
• • Housing and Community Project Division: Committed to restoring and improving the living conditions and community environment of affected residents, the division is staffed with professionals from various fields, including architects, urban planners, sociologists, and environmental experts. They are responsible for formulating housing recovery policies, designing housing construction plans, organizing the implementation of housing projects, and coordinating community reconstruction activities. In housing recovery efforts, the division provides a variety of housing solutions based on local cultural traditions, climate conditions, and actual resident needs. This includes repairing damaged housing, building temporary shelters that transition to permanent housing, and promoting sustainable housing technologies and materials. The division also actively participates in community planning and construction, restoring and building new community public spaces, social service facilities, and cultural and religious sites. This promotes social cohesion and cultural heritage within communities, creating a safe, harmonious, and vibrant living environment for residents. The Housing and Community Project Division works closely with local governments and community organizations to establish housing construction supervision mechanisms and community participation platforms. This ensures that housing projects meet resident needs, comply with urban development plans, and fully respect residents' wishes and rights during construction, achieving sustainable revival and development of communities.
• • Economic Revitalization Project Division: Bringing together economists, financial experts, industrial development consultants, and agricultural technology experts, this division is responsible for promoting rapid economic recovery and sustainable growth in affected areas. The division's work covers several aspects: First, it conducts macroeconomic analysis and policy research, providing professional consulting and recommendations to the governments of affected countries for formulating economic recovery policies, fiscal and monetary policies, and investment promotion strategies. This assists governments in establishing a policy environment conducive to economic recovery. Second, the division designs and implements entrepreneurship support programs, including providing entrepreneurship training courses, business plan guidance, microcredit services, and market access support. These efforts aim to stimulate local residents' entrepreneurial vitality, create job opportunities, and promote the growth of small and medium-sized enterprises. Third, the division organizes vocational training programs. Based on local labor market demands and industrial development directions, they provide targeted vocational skills training for unemployed individuals and affected workers, enhancing their employability and income levels. Fourth, the division supports the recovery of agriculture and rural development. It promotes