The functions of the Directorate include the following:
- Developing and coordinating implementation of the National Population Policy and
Programme. - Developing strategies, guidelines, standards, reports, position papers, cabinet memos and briefs on national, regional and international population and development agenda.
- Provision of advisory on population and development issues.
- Promotion of collaboration, partnerships and networks to leverage on resources for the implementation of National Population Policy and Programme.
- Integration of population issues into development planning at national and county level.
- Responsible for the coordination and supervisory of the regional offices.