President Supervisory Council Integrity Chamber

The Integrity Chamber Sint Maarten (hereinafter Integrity Chamber) was formally established by law in 2018 and is now embedded in the administrative field of Sint Maarten. The Integrity Chamber is a modern institution in a young country. The Integrity Chamber is an independent administrative body (ZBO) that aims to promote the integrity within the country. Its purpose is to contribute to the proper functioning of the public administration. The core tasks of the Integrity Chamber are (a) to advise and make proposals, (b) to investigate suspected wrongdoing, and (c) to provide ongoing education on integrity.

The Supervisory Council of the Integrity Chamber consists of three members, including a President. The position has become vacant due to the unexpected passing of the previous President. According to the National Integrity Chamber Ordinance, the Supervisory Council oversees the efficient performance of the Integrity Chamber’s tasks and the lawful and proportionate exercise of its powers. It also handles complaints about the way the Integrity Chamber has used its powers granted in the National Ordinance. Another important task of the Council is to authorize the special power of conducting on-site investigations.

Profile

The ideal candidate is a person of stature with natural authority and of impeccable conduct. Experienced supervisory board member, who is connective and collaborative. Competent President with excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing. The candidate has an open and pleasant personality. Honest, reliable and someone for whom respectful interaction with others is key. An independent thinker who stands firm in his or her shoes and has an eye for accurate communication. Primus inter pares and team player. Familiarity with the social situation and the political-administrative force field on Sint Maarten is essential. Experience with decision-making and administrative culture in The Hague is a plus. Candidates coming from Sint Maarten or one of the CAS or BES islands have an advantage.

Other characteristics:

• Experienced and independent professional functioning at academic working and thinking level
• Extensive experience in administrative positions
• Experienced supervisory board member with chairing skills and expertise
• Affinity with the culture of Sint Maarten and understanding of the interests at play there
• Deep understanding of constitutional and administrative relations within the Kingdom
• Independent attitude, binding and a strongly developed moral compass
• Excellent command of both English and Dutch.

Key competences (not in order of importance):

• Administrative sensitive: Understands working in the (semi-)public domain of Sint Maarten and has an eye for relevant issues and interests.
• Objective: Can assess precarious situations without prejudice and act autonomously, free from political influences. Of impeccable conduct.
• Cooperative: Functions well in a team and is open to the ideas of others.
• Vision and policy: Keeps a steady course and experienced within similar organisations.
• Culture: Has an affinity with the local situation in Sint Maarten.