Chairperson of the South Centre Board

The Board consists of nine members, plus the Chairperson, all highly distinguished individuals from the South, acting in their personal capacity and not as representatives of their countries. The Chairperson and the Board, who work pro bono, manage and direct the Centre and are responsible to the member countries through the Council of Representatives.

The Chairperson is elected for a three-year term by the Council from among nominated candidates known for their independence of mind, meritorious experience, intellectual ability and leadership qualities.

Below is a list of the Chairpersons to-date:

 Board Members

Board members are appointed by the Council for three-year terms. The Chairperson and the Board direct and supervise the operation of the Centre and its Secretariat, approve its activities and work programme. They are responsible for overall financial management and fund-raising, and approve the budget and yearly audited accounts. The Board has normally met twice a year. It Chairman and members, as well as the Convenor of the Council of Representatives, are in permanent contact, with the Secretariat serving as a nodal point.

The current Board consists of: