Charity Governance
At Bartley Community Care Services (BCCS) Ltd, strong corporate governance is a cornerstone of our mission and purpose. We are committed to managing the charity with transparency, integrity, and in full compliance with applicable regulations, to maintain public trust and uphold our responsibilities to our beneficiaries and stakeholders.
GOVERNANCE STRUCTURE
BCCS is governed by a Board of Directors that is responsible for setting strategic direction, overseeing financial performance, and ensuring operational effectiveness. The Board is supported by various committees to ensure compliance with our Constitution and By-laws, which are established in alignment with the Code of Governance for Charities and Institutions of a Public Character (IPC), as well as other relevant guidelines issued by the Charity Council and the Commissioner of Charities in Singapore.
The Board also jointly monitors and evaluates governance practices regularly to ensure continual improvement and accountability.
COMMITTEES
We currently have eight standing committees, each responsible for key functions critical to the effective operation of the charity. These committees operate with clearly defined roles and responsibilities, guided by established policies and headed by a board member:.
- Audit
- Programmes and Services
- Funding Strategy
- Appointment and Nomination
- Human Resource
- Finance
- Corporate Communications & Publicity
- Volunteer Management
KEY POLICIES
BCCS has adopted several key policies to uphold the principles of good governance:
CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICY
All Board members, staff, associates, and volunteers are expected to act in the best interests of the organisation. Any actual or potential conflicts of interest must be declared to the Board. Individuals are expected to abstain from decision making where such conflicts may exist.
WHISTLEBLOWING POLICY
We are committed to maintaining lawful and ethical conduct across all areas of our work. This policy provides a safe channel for individuals to report misconduct or improper activities without fear of reprisal.
STRATEGIC PLANNING POLICY
The Board ensures that resources are well-managed and aligned with strategic priorities. Plans are reviewed regularly to ensure our activities support the long-term sustainability and mission of the charity.
ENVIRONMENTAL, SOCIAL, AND GOVERNANCE (ESG) POLICY
We are committed to sustainable practices. Environmentally, we strive to reduce our carbon footprint. Socially, we support the well-being of employees and volunteers and adhere to ethical fundraising standards. From a governance perspective, we maintain accountability through compliance with relevant regulations. The audit committee proactively identifies and calls out actions to mitigate risks.
RESERVES POLICY
BCCS targets maintaining reserves equivalent to 1.5 years of operating expenditure. This is reviewed annually to ensure financial resilience and the ability to support current and future initiatives.
Additional policies and procedures can be found in our Human Resource Policy, Code of Conduct, Volunteer Handbook, and Bylaws.rest must be declared to the Board. Individuals are expected to abstain from decision making where such conflicts may exist.
DISCLOSURE
There is no staff whose annual remuneration is in excess of $100,000.
Our Executive Director of Programmes and Services is seconded from Bartley Christian Church.
No staff member is a close relative of the Executive Head or a member of the governing board.
No board member receives remuneration for their duties or services to the organisation.
CONCLUSION
BCCS complies with the Code of Governance for Charities and IPCs. Our Governance Evaluation Checklist is available on the Charity Portal at www.charities.gov.sg. The Board and management remain committed to maintaining the highest standards of governance, with continuous efforts to enhance practices in response to the evolving needs of the charity and its stakeholders