The Office of the Civil Defense (OCD) has affirmed its commitment to aligning its programs with the national government’s goals, following a “Very Satisfactory” rating in the Department of Budget and Management’s (DBM) Fiscal Year 2024 Annual Agency Performance Review (AAPR). The rating reflects the agency’s strong performance in budget utilization, program delivery, and accountability.
“This rating is not just a score—it is a testament to OCD’s discipline in aligning programs with national goals, maximizing resources, and upholding accountability in service of the Filipino people,” said OCD administrator Undersecretary Ariel Nepomuceno in a statement Tuesday night.
As an agency operating under the Department of National Defense, the OCD contributed to the department’s overall rating of 4.12 out of 5, demonstrating efficient use of public funds and responsiveness in meeting performance targets.
The AAPR evaluates agencies’ physical, financial, and income performance, comparing actual results against planned targets, and assesses the quality and timeliness of fund utilization reports.
The OCD stated that this recognition affirms its commitment to a streamlined and results-driven approach, ensuring that disaster risk reduction and response initiatives are delivered on time, within budget, and with impact.
Under Nepomuceno’s leadership, the OCD has prioritized early warning systems, capacity-building for local governments, risk-informed development planning, and coordination of national response clusters—all of which are central to the agency’s mandate and national resilience goals.
“Given our country’s vulnerability to typhoons, earthquakes, and other natural disasters, this recognition strengthens our resolve to serve with professionalism, transparency, and urgency,” the OCD chief said.