About us
Office of the General Inspector in the Republic of Kosovo
Welcome to the official website of the Office of the General Inspector (OGI) in the Republic of Kosovo. The Office of the Inspector General is the Executive Agency in the Office of the Prime Minister of the Republic of Kosovo, created to coordinate the system of inspections in the state administration and the municipal level.
As an integral part of the Republic of Kosovo’s commitment to transparency, accountability and governance, the Office of the General Inspector is committed to guaranteeing the highest standards of integrity and efficiency in all inspection activities in the country.
The Office of the General Inspector in the Republic of Kosovo plays a key role in overseeing and reforming the inspection system in the state. By improving the functionality of the inspection system, OGI contributes to better public health standards, increased safety, and a healthier environment throughout the territory of the Republic of Kosovo.
The Office of the General Inspector in Kosovo is dedicated not only to improving inspection processes, but also to protecting and improving the wellbeing of people and the environment in the Republic of Kosovo.
Mission
Mission of the Office of the General Inspector is to lead the inspection reform program, coordinate and support the activities of inspection bodies with the ultimate objective of reducing the administrative burden on inspections, with the aim in protecting the public interest, including public health, public safety and the environment throughout the territory of the Republic of Kosovo. The management of the inspection reform program includes a range of responsibilities aimed at improving the efficiency and effectiveness of inspection activities in the Republic of Kosovo. A key aspect of the mission of the Office of the General Inspector is the coordination and support of various activities of inspection bodies operating in the country. This coordination allows the inspection bodies to harmonize and have a common goal. Reducing administrative costs not only makes the processes smoother, but also helps create a more business-friendly environment in the country.
Vision
The Office of the General Inspector is guided by the vision to create a safe environment for all in the Republic of Kosovo, by implementing the principles of risk-based inspection. The aim of the Office of the General Inspector is to create a safer environment for citizens, businesses, and institutions by eliminating the possibility of risk caused by damages, degradation, and other potentially hazardous situations.
Duties and responsibilities
The Office of the General Inspector (OGI) works to improve the effectiveness of inspections in the Republic of Kosovo. The functions of OGI are essential to increase the level of service provided by inspection bodies. The duties and responsibilities of the Inspector General are determined by the Law on Organization and Functioning of State Administration and Independent Agencies, as well as by the Law on Inspections.