2023-2024 Annual Report
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The TEF is governed by a Board of Directors, which has been given the statutory mandate to undertake the strategic management and oversight of the operations of the organisation. The Board through the Chairman works closely with the Minister of Tourism who has the power to issue strategic directions on matters of policy.
The TEF Board consists of 13 members in accordance with the TEF Act, which stipulated that the board shall consist of a minimum of 9 members and a maximum of 13 members appointed by the Minister with responsibility for Tourism.
The Board has established six committees to assist with the duties to effectively govern the operations of the TEF. They are:
The Audit Committee has oversight responsibility for the internal and external audit functions of the TEF as well as enterprise risk management. The Committee ensures that TEF adheres to the Corporate Governance mandate in the areas of Enterprise Risk Management, accounting policies, internal controls, compliance systems and procedures as well as financial reporting practices.
Committee Members:
Ryan Parkes (Chairman)
Marc Williams
Dr Omar Robinson
Amb Marcia Gilbert-Roberts
The Finance Committee provides oversight of the organisation’s financial affairs in accordance with the Financial Administration and Audit Act (FAA) and the Public Bodies Management and Accountability Act (PBMA). Its role is to ensure transparency, accountability, and sound financial stewardship by reviewing budgets, financial statements, and financial policies, and by supporting compliance with public sector financial regulations and reporting requirements.
Committee Members:
Carolyn Campbell (Chairman)
David Dobson
Amb Marcia Gilbert-Roberts
Ryan Parkes
Dr Carey Wallace (Ex-Officio)
The Human Resource Committee oversee and provide strategic guidance on human resources policies, practices, and compliance within the TEF, ensuring alignment with organisation’s mission and vision, while, fostering a positive work environment. The responsibilities of the Committee include:
Committee Members:
Marc Williams (Chairman)
Carolyn Campbell
David Dobson
Dr Carey Wallace (Ex-Officio)
The Procurement Committee provides strategic oversight of the organisation’s procurement activities. Operating within the corporate governance framework for public bodies, the Committee ensures that procurement decisions reflect principles of transparency, fairness, and accountability, and align with the organisation’s governance standards. It also ensures the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls and risk management relevant to procurement activities.
Committee Members:
Dr Omar Robinson (Chairman)
Judy Schoenbein
Barbara Russell
Dr Carey Wallace (Ex-Officio)
The Projects Committee provides oversight to the Board on all matters related to projects, events, and major activities undertaken or funded by the Fund. It is responsible for reviewing and endorsing or rejecting applications for funding or partnership support, and for guiding the planning and execution of these initiatives to ensure strategic alignment and meaningful contribution to the growth and development of the tourism sector.
Committee Members:
Joseph Issa (Chairman)
Godfrey Dyer
Barbara Russell
Dr Omar Robinson
David Dobson
Judy Schoenbein
Ian Dear
Dr Carey Wallace (Ex-Officio)
The Corporate Governance Committee provides oversight on governance matters in accordance with the Public Bodies Management and Accountability Act and the Government of Jamaica’s Corporate Governance Framework for Public Bodies. The Committee’s primary role is to promote transparency, accountability, and ethical conduct across the organisation by reviewing, developing, and recommending governance policies and practices.
Committee Members:
Amb Marcia Gilbert-Roberts(Chairman)
Dr Omar Robinson
David Dobson
Marc Williams
Dr Carey Wallace (Ex-Officio)
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