administrative logistics relating thereto. Similar to the previous financial year, there was no record of staff
turnover.
In terms of staff capacity building for the period under review, staff attended eighteen workshops and
local trainings funded by International Partners, Law & Justice Sector, Public Service Commission and
other invitations from Ministries and Corporations. In addition, staff also represented the Office in 19
overseas meetings and training opportunities which were successfully facilitated by the Unit.
Gender Profile
Gender Profile
43%
Female
Male
57%
As of 30 June 2020, there are 6 female and 8 male currently employed by the Office, giving a gender profile
of 43% and 57% ratio. The slightly higher number of men in comparison to women is reflective of the
Office’s employment record of the previous year. However, the Management team gender profile is a
reversal of such, which records 57% of the management team as females and 43% male.
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