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4. Determination of applications – When determining the
suitability of the applicants for appointment or re-appointment,
the Committee:
(a) must take into account clause 6; and
(b) may take into account clause 7.
5. Report of the Committee – (1) After determining the
applications, the Committee must prepare and send to the
Legislative Assembly a report on its determination setting out:
(a) the names of all qualified applicants; and
(b) the screening process.
(2) The report:
(a) must include information and documentation that
demonstrates how an applicant meets the criteria
in clause 6 and why the Committee believes the
applicant is suitable to be recommended by the
Legislative Assembly to the Head of State for
appointment;
(b) may include information and documentation that
demonstrate how an applicant meets any general
criteria under clause 7.
(3) A copy of the report is to be sent to the Prime Minister.
6. Specific criteria – An applicant is not eligible for
appointment as the Ombudsman unless the applicant is qualified
for appointment as a judge of the District Court and meets the
following criteria:
(a) has extensive knowledge or experience in all of the
following—
(i) the principles of human rights and relevant
domestic and international human rights
law;
(ii) the promotion and protection of human
rights;
(iii) good governance and public administration;
and
(b) has the knowledge and experience in public
governance and administration;
(c) is recognised as being a person of integrity and
good character; and
(d) is capable of fulfilling the position with
independence and impartiality; and
(e) is a citizen of Samoa; and
(f) any other criteria prescribed by regulations.