GOVERNANCE EVALUATION CHECKLIST (TIER 2)
S/N Call for Action
Code ID
Did the charity put this principle into action?
Remarks
Principle 1: The charity serves its mission and achieves its objectives. 1
Clearly state the charitable purposes (For example, vision and mission, objectives, use of resources, activities, and so on) and include the objectives in the charity’s governing instrument. Publish the stated charitable purposes on platforms (For example, Charity Portal, website, social media channels, and so on) that can be easily accessed by the public. Develop and implement strategic plans to achieve the stated charitable purposes. Have the Board review the charity’s strategic plans regularly to ensure that the charity is achieving its charitable purposes, and monitor, evaluate and report the outcome and impact of its activities. Document the plan for building the capacity and capability of the charity and ensure that the Board monitors the progress of this plan. “Capacity” refers to a charity’s infrastructure and operational resources while “capability” refers to its expertise, skills and knowledge. The Board and Management are collectively responsible for achieving the charity’s charitable purposes. The roles and responsibilities of the Board and Management should be clear and distinct. The Board and Management should be inducted and undergo training, where necessary, and their performance reviewed regularly to ensure their effectiveness. Document the terms of reference for the Board and each of its committees. The Board should have committees (or designated Board member(s)) to oversee the following areas*, where relevant to the charity: a. Audit b. Finance * Other areas include Programmes and Services, Fund-raising, Appointment/ Nomination, Human Resource, and Investment. Ensure the Board is diverse and of an appropriate size, and has a good mix of skills, knowledge, and experience. All Board members should exercise independent judgement and act in the best interest of the charity. Develop proper processes for leadership renewal. This includes establishing a term limit for each Board member. All Board members must submit themselves for re-nomination and reappointment, at least once every three years.
1.1 Yes
2
1.2 Yes
3
1.3 Yes
4
1.4 Yes
Principle 2: The charity has an effective Board and Management. 5
2.1 Yes
6
2.2 Yes
7
2.3 Yes
8
2.4 Yes
9
2.5 Yes
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