The objective of this component is to assist the MOH in implementing critical functions such as policy formulation, evaluation of health reforms and public information and communication. These functions have been identified by the recently completed functional review as critical for helping the MOH operate in the reformed health care environment. In this environment, the MOH needs to focus on policy formulation, priority setting and monitoring and evaluation rather than focusing on too many day-to-day health sector administrative issues. The component will support the first-phase implementation of the functional review. A strong MOH is critical for improving the overall accountability framework for the health sector, and especially in the medium-term, for improving the accountability of HIF. The key project inputs include: international and local technical assistance, training and information systems development.