Governance
KSCEF adheres to the principles and guidelines of the Code of Governance for Charities and Institutions of a Public Character (Revised 2017), the Charities Acct, and regulations as governed by the Charity Council.
Board Governance
Role of the Management Committee
The Management Committee’s role is to provide strategic direction and oversight of Kampung Senang Charity & Education Foundation’s programmes and objectives and to steer the charity towards fulfilling its vision and mission through good governance. As part of its role, the following matters are reviewed and approved by the Management Committee:
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Approve budget for the financial year;
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Review quarterly financial statements;
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Regularly monitor the progress of the charity’s programmes.
Management Committee Appointments, Meetings and Attendance
A total of four management committee meetings and one AGM were held during the financial year. The following sets out the individual board member’s attendance at the meetings:
Name of Management Committee Member | Designation | Appointment Date | % of Attendances |
|---|---|---|---|
COMMITTEE MEMBER/PRESIDENT EMERITA | MDM JOYCE LYE | 28 Jan 2023
| 100 |
HON. PRESIDENT | DR SWEE YONG PENG | 28 Jan 2023
| 75 |
HON. VICE PRESIDENT | DR GEORGE MARTIN JACOBS | 28 Jan 2023
| 100 |
HON. SECRETARY | MS DIANA GOH SIEW KHENG | 28 Jan 2023
| 75 |
HON. ASST. SECRETARY | MR FOO SAI KHOON | 28 Jan 2023
| 100 |
HON. ASST. SECRETARY | MR KANG ZHEN QING | 28 Jan 2023
| 100 |
HON. TREASURER | MS GOH LING CHIH | 28 Jan 2023
| 50 |
COMMITTEE MEMBER/ CO-VICE PRESIDENT | MR TOH GEOK CHOO | 28 Jan 2023
| 75 |
COMMITTEE MEMBER | MR WOO CHONG WENG
| 28 Jan 2023
| 100 |
COMMITTEE MEMBER | MR NG JOO BENG
| 28 Jan 2023
| 75 |
COMMITTEE MEMBER | MR PHUAH TECK SHIN
| 28 Jan 2023
| 33 |
COMMITTEE MEMBER | MS AMBAREE MAJUMDER
| 28 Jan 2023
| 0 |
COMMITTEE MEMBER | MR HENG GUAN HOU | 28 Jan 2023
| 67 |
Management Committee Members Who Has Served More Than 10 Years
Name | Appointment | Reason |
|---|---|---|
Lye Geok Choo | Since 13 December 1998 | As one of the founding members, she provides overall guidance and support to the Foundation and ensures continuity in the Management Committee.
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Woo Chong Weng | Since January 2007 | His dependability and unwavering support to the Foundation.
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Kang Zhen Qing | Since January 2008 | His dependability and unwavering support to the Foundation.
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George Martin Jacobs | Since January 2011 | His dependability and unwavering support to the Foundation.
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Foo Sai Khoon | Since January 2016 | We need his finance expertise. |
Details of Current Holders of Relevant Offices
CHARITY STATUS
Charity Registration No: 1372
Charity Registration Date: 16 June 1999
Constitution: Society
ROS Registration No. 312/1998/WEL
Date of Establishment: 11 February 1999
UEN Number: S99SS0044C
IPC STATUS
IPC Expiry Date: 30 June 2026
IPC Sector Regulator: Ministry of Social and Family Development
IPC No. 198
NCSS Full Membership: 1 November 2004
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Name | Current Appointment | Occupation | Past Appointments |
|---|---|---|---|
Swee Yong Peng | President | Western and TCM Doctor
| Management Committee Member 23 Jan 2021, Founding Member |
George Martin Jacobs | Vice President
| Lecturer | Management Committee Member until 22 Jan 2021 |
Goh Ling Chih | Treasurer
| Accountant | Assistant Treasurer 2021-2023 |
Irene Chong | Asst Treasurer | CEO | Management Committee Member until 20 May 2022 to 22 Jan 2023. Resigned as Asst. Treasurer wef. 28 January 2024. |
Goh Siew Kheng, Diana | Secretary | Risk Management Officer
| Secretary since 21 January 2017. |
Kang Zhen Qing | Assistant Secretary
| Engineer | Management Committee Member from 2011-2015 |
Foo Sai Khoon | Assistant Secretary
| Bank Executive | Treasurer: 2013 to 2015
Asst. Treasurer: 2016 to 2018. Asst. Secretary from 28 Jan 2023 to 27 Jan 2024. Appointed as Asst. Treasurer wef. 28 January 2024. |
Strategic Planning
Strategic Planning
Conflict of Interest
No Management Committee is remunerated for their Board Services in the financial year.
No Management Committee member or staff is involved in setting his/her own remuneration directly or indirectly.
All Management Committee members and staff are required to comply with the charity’s conflict of interest policy.
The Management Committee has put in place documented procedures for Management Committee members and staff to declare actual or potential conflicts of interest on a regular and need-to basis.
Management Committee members also abstain and do not participate in decision-making on matters where they have a conflict of interest.
Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG)
Kampung Senang Charity and Education Foundation, established in 1999, has consistently demonstrated its pioneering commitment to environmental sustainability and the well-being of communities. Our dedication to ESG principles is an integral part of our identity, shaping our activities and operations.
Environmental
We conscientiously embrace eco-friendly practices, incorporating the principles of reduction, reuse, and recycling into our daily operations.
In our pursuit of sustainability, we prioritize mindful consumption, procuring only what is essential while exploring recycling options when feasible.
Our dedication extends to recycling and reuse of mobility equipment, further reducing our environmental footprint.
All our programmes, events, and daycare centres provide plant-based food to cultivate green and healthy diets and living habits and empower health and eco-consciousness.
Social
In collaboration with our community partners, we actively engage in educational initiatives to raise awareness and promote responsible practices, such as food composting and enzyme production, for efficient food waste management.
Our strong commitment to social responsibility is also reflected in our enduring relationships with key stakeholders.
We maintain open and transparent channels for regular volunteer and donor involvement, fostering appreciation and a sense of community.
To ensure transparency, we openly share information with our key stakeholders through various communication platforms, including our Annual Report, website, and social media channels.
Governance
Kampung Senang adheres to full compliance with the Code of Governance for Charities and Institutions of Public Character, as well as all relevant legislation and regulations.
We are dedicated to upholding the highest ethical and operational standards to ensure that our organization operates with the utmost integrity and accountability.
At Kampung Senang Charity and Education Foundation, our unwavering commitment to ESG values is not merely a duty, but a fundamental part of our identity, guiding our actions as we continue to make a positive impact on the environment and the communities we serve.
Human Resources Managment
None of the paid staff receives more than $100,000 in annual remuneration.
None of the paid staff is a close member of the family of the General Manager or the Management Committee and receives more than $50,000 in annual remuneration.
Financial Management and Internal controls
The charity has documented procedures in place for financial matters in key areas including Procurement procedures and controls, receipting, payment procedures and controls, and a system of delegation of authority and limits of approval.
Fundraising Practices
Kampung Senang Charity and Education Foundation is committed to ensuring that our fundraising activities will preserve the integrity and transparency of the organisation at all times following the Fundraising Policies and Procedures. We use our various communication platforms and channels to update our stakeholders on the fundraising events which include but are not limited to the amount of funds raised, and details about the event.
Reserves Policy
The charity intends to build up and maintain its reserves at a level that is equivalent to 18 months of annual operating expenditures.
Unrestricted fund balance is the reserves set aside to meet future, unforeseen needs or pursue an opportunity.
Volunteer Management Policy
Kampung Senang has a Volunteer Management System in place. Depending on the volunteer's interest, availability and level of commitment, Kampung Senang develops and deploys volunteers across all our centres related to their skills and experience.
Whistleblowing Policy
Our charity has in place, a whistle-blowing policy to address concerns about possible wrong-doing or improprieties in financial or other matters within the charity.
Governance Evaluation Checklist
Audited Financial Statement Financial Year 2023
Anti-Money Laundering and Counter Terrorism
Kampung Senang takes preventive measures to combat Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing Activities by maintaining high financial transparency through proper accounting and internal control procedures and maintaining good administrative, managerial, and policy controls over our operations.
A documented procedure on Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Finance Policy is now in process.