An Introduction by Maj. Gen. Peter N. Fuller
It seems fitting to open my blog by introducing myself and the Deputy Commander for Programs team at NATO Training Mission-Afghanistan. I started my Army career as an armor officer before moving into the program management field where I have served for 21 years. Most recently, I served as the Program Executive Officer, Soldier, where I managed the development, testing and fielding of equipment and uniforms for the entire U.S. Army.
In my new position as deputy commander for programs at NTM-A, I am charged with managing seven directorates which handle procurement, contracting, budgeting, infrastructure building and training for the entire Afghan National Security Force. We are helping the ANSF build an army of 195,000 soldiers and a police force of 157,000 policemen by November of 2012. As you can imagine, this is a fairly daunting task.
To accomplish this task, we are given an extensive budget which this year includes $3 billion for infrastructure, $3 billion for equipment, $1 billion for training, and $3 billion for sustainment. It is a constant challenge to ensure that every penny of these funds goes toward the betterment of the ANSF. We also face a number of challenges as we mentor the ANSF to improve their ability to provide good stewardship and accountability for the equipment we provide after it is issued.
Our primary goal at programs is to help the Afghans generate the combat power necessary to secure their nation in the most effective and efficient manner possible. An almost equal priority is ensuring that the US dollars spent to build that combat power are fully accounted for and effectively used.
HOOAH!
PETER N. FULLER
MG, U.S. Army
Deputy Commander for Programs
NATO Training Mission – Afghanistan
Combined Security Transition Command – Afghanistan
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