The Ministry has an established career structure, organised into three core Divisions, compromising the Political/Protocal and International Affairs Division, Trade Division and the Scholarships/Training and Bilateral Division. The Ministry also has a Corporate Services Division, which provides support to the core divisions and overseas missions of the Ministry
1) Political/Protocol and International Affairs Division:
Provide policy advice and representation activities towards the management of
Samoa ’s foreign and trade relations with other countries; Provide policy advice and representation activities related to the management of
Samoa ’s membership of and foreign affairs and trade interests in international and regional organizations.
2) Scholarship Training & Bilateral Division:
Develop policies for the administration of long and short term study and training opportunities and advise Government pertaining to scholarship and training schemes available. Also manage all aspects of
Samoa 's bilateral relations especially with key bilateral partners on development and technical assistance.
3) Trade Division:
Formulate, recommend and develop appropriate policies and strategies in consultation with stakeholders on trade policy and promotion strategies and ensure
Samoa ’s participation in regional and international trading arrangements.
4) Corporate Services: