St Helena seeks commissioner for charity commission to boost sector development

Nigel Phillips CBE, Governor of St Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
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St Helena Government is inviting expressions of interest for the position of Commissioner of the Charity Commission of St Helena. This role operates under the Charities Ordinance 2005, which includes key responsibilities of the commission. Those interested in the full details of the legislation can access it on the St Helena Government's official site.

The responsibilities of a Commissioner involve encouraging better management of charitable organizations and ensuring legal compliance. When necessary, a Commissioner will also be expected to investigate any mismanagement or misconduct within operations. This role is positioned as an opportunity to bring new energy and reforms, contributing to revitalizing the charity sector and its integration into the island's social framework and future development.

The position is appointed for a three-year term. Commissioners are compensated with £35 per meeting and provided a mileage allowance of 77p per mile when using personal vehicles for meeting attendance.

The application form, "Expression of Interest" for the Charity Commissioner, can be obtained from Linda Benjamin, the Information and Research Support Officer, at The Castle. Interested individuals can contact her by telephone at 22470, via email at linda.benjamin@sainthelena.gov.sh, or access the form on the St Helena Government website.




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