The Commission’s governance structure includes the Board, Board Committee and the Management Team.
The Board of Commissioners has established the following Board Committees with a mix of Board Members and Management; the Board Committees have the following members and functions:
Members: Mr. Dimaggio Rigby (Chair/Commissioner), Mr. Geoffrey Scott (Commissioner), Ms. Sheba Wilson (Commissioner) and Mrs. Athenee Harvey-Basden (Commissioner).
Management Attendee – Director of Finance – Mrs. Cherri Peters - Grant and Mrs. Cathrice Williams
Objective: to assist the Board in fulfilling its obligations and oversight responsibilities relating to financial planning, the audit process, financial reporting, the system of corporate controls and risk management.
The Audit and Risk Management Committee is responsible for assisting the Board in the overall finances and risk management of the Commission. Assisting with the Commission’s financial statements, financial reporting process, systems of internal accounting and financial controls, internal audit function, the independent audit of the Commission’s financial statements, selection of the independent auditors. Maintaining a free and open communication between the Committee, the Auditor, the Internal Auditors, and Management. Providing professional support, reviewing any matter brought to its attention. Assist with the Commission’s cybersecurity strategy, including risk assessment and risk management, incident response planning, education and awareness of staff, and any additional duties delegated to the Committee by the Board.
The Committee includes at least three Commissioners, the Director of Finance, and the Director of Information Technology. Members must meet independence criteria. The Board have the responsibility to remove or replace members and fill vacancies.
The Committees meets at least three or four times a year. A majority forums a quorum, with a Board appointed Chair and optional Secretary. The Committee Chair, in consultation with the Managing Director and the Secretary of the Committee set the agenda and decisions are made by majority votes or by a writing resolution. Non-members may attend the meeting but cannot vote. Meetings can be held virtually, and minutes are recorded. The Chair of the Committee reports actions to the Board at least semi-annually.
The Committee is responsible for overseeing the Commission’s financial reporting process on behalf of the Board and report the results of its activities to the Board. Management is responsible for the preparation, presentation, and integrity of the Commission’s financial statements, and for the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting. Management must maintain appropriate accounting and financial reporting principles standards and polices, as well as internal controls, and procedures that provide for compliance with accounting standards and applicable laws and regulations. The internal auditor is responsible for reviewing and assessing the appropriateness of these standards, policies, and controls. The Auditors are responsible for planning and carrying out audits of the Commission’s annual financial statements in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards, annually auditing the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting, and other auditing procedures.
Chairman
Commissioner
Commissioner
Commissioner (Ex-Officio)
Director of Finance
Director of Information Technology
Members: Ms. Susan Francois (Commissioner/Chair), Mr. Dimaggio Rigby (Commissioner), Mr. Deangelo (Commissioner) and Mrs. Kenisha Bacchus (Managing Director (Acting))
Management Attendee – Legal Advisor – Nicole` Collymore
Objective: to assist the Board in carrying out its oversight responsibilities in respect of corporate governance and policy matters, including advising on the composition and performance of the Board.
The Governance Committee assists the Board in identifying skills and competencies for Board members, determining Board and committee structure, organising orientation and education for Commissioners, evaluating effectiveness, advising on governance, resolving conflicts of interest, and recommending improvements.
The Committee includes at least three Commissioners and the Legal Advisor. Members must meet independence criteria. The Board can remove or replace members and fill vacancies.
The Committee meets between three or four times annually and is headed by a Board appointed Chair. A majority forms a quorum and decisions are made by majority vote or written resolution. Non-members may attend but cannot vote. Minutes are kept and reported to the Board.
Members must act in the best interest of the Commission. Responsibilities include reviewing Board composition, setting qualifications, succession planning, recommending candidates and committee appointments, assessing performance, reviewing governance structures, and ensuring orientation and education.
Deputy Chair
Commissioner
Commissioner
Managing Director (Acting)
Legal Advisor
Members: Mr. Deangelo (Commissioner/Chair) and Ms. Susan Rigby Francois (Commissioner) and Ms. Sheba Wilson (Commissioner).
Management Attendee – Deputy Managing Director – Mrs. Kenisha Bacchus
Objective: to review and advise on the development and management of the Commission’s human resources – including but not limited to – recruitment, strategy, culture, employment terms, remuneration and performance management, succession planning, professional development, and remuneration.
The Human Resources Committee assists the Board in overseeing compensation, HR policies, succession planning, senior staff recruitment, evaluations, complaints, and other delegated HR matters, in collaboration with management.
The Committee includes at least three Commissioners, the Deputy Managing Director, and the Director of HR. Members must remain independent and qualified, with the Board responsible for appointments, removals, and filling vacancies.
The Committee meets at least three times a year. A majority forms a quorum, with a Board-appointed Chair and optional Secretary. Agendas are set by the Chair, and decisions made by majority vote. Non-member Commissioners may attend without voting. Meetings may be virtual, and minutes are recorded. The Chair reports actions to the Board at least semi-annually.
The Committee evaluates the Managing Director, oversees senior recruitment, reviews executive compensation and HR policies, monitors succession planning, and oversees culture, ethics, and the Code of Conduct. It may engage HR advisors with Board approval, report regularly to the Board, review its charter annually, assess its effectiveness, and delegate duties to sub-committees.
Chairman
Deputy Chair
Commissioner
Commissioner
Managing Director (Acting)