The current structure divides the organisation into five (5) units:

1. Mitigation, Planning and Research Unit- advocates policy planning, GIS analysis, mitigation planning, implementation of mitigation strategies, data collection, dissemination of information, research and critical facilities protection.
2. Preparedness and Response Unit- is responsible for the coordination of First Responder agencies, facilitation of training and capacity building, strengthening programmes for the first responder agencies and the development of Response Plans.
3. Public Information and Education Community Outreach Unit- has oversight for public education/awareness initiatives, public relations, information dissemination, media relations, community outreach programmes and volunteerism.
4. Administrative Support and Finance Unit- is responsible for business services, human resources, finance and accounting and information communications technology.
5. Project Management Unit- assists the ODPM’s strategic unit in project monitoring, tracking and reporting to internal or external agencies.