ECCB 2015/2016 Annual Report

EASTERN CARIBBEAN CENTRAL BANK

•  • Information Systems and Security Policy; •  • Eastern Caribbean Staff Regulations; •  • Training and Staff Development Policy; •  • The ECCB’s Guide – Protocol, Diplomacy and Etiquette; •  • The ECCB’s Guide – Effective Communication; •  • The ECCB’s Guide – Successful Meetings and Events Management; and •  • Energy Management Policy. Human Resource Management The Bank is subject to the labour codes and laws of each of its member countries. The oversight of the Bank’s human resources is delegated to the Human Resource Department. The management of human resources is informed by polices and guidelines which conform to international conventions and standards pertaining to human rights, equal employment opportunity and working conditions. The Internal Audit Department helps to maintain the integrity of the human resource management process by ensuring the Bank complies with stipulated policies and procedures. R elationship with S takeholders Corporate Social Responsibility The ECCB recognises its corporate social responsibility to the people of the region, a responsibility that is enshrined in its mandate to promote a sound financial structure conducive to the balanced growth and development of its member states [Article 4(3) of the ECCB Agreement, 1983]. The Bank’s execution of, and continued efforts to expand its public relations and community outreach programmes, embody this corporate social responsibility.

Stakeholder Involvement The Bank seeks to exchange quality information and opinions with its stakeholders through a range of scheduled consultative meetings and discussions on an array of issues that are of interest to the currency union. The stakeholders facilitate the consultative and networking process as well as coordinate, discuss and provide feedback on operational, financial and legislative issues in the currency union. Throughout the year, with the increased use of the videoconferencing facility, the Bank maintained frequent contact with its stakeholders and engaged in several meetings, thus enhancing the awareness and involvement of the people of the region in relevant economic and financial matters.

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ECCB A nnual R eport 2015/2016