Who serves as the Co-Chairman of the Committee on Awards alongside the Ombudsman?

The Co-Chairman of the Committee on Awards, alongside the Ombudsman, is the Chairman of the Civil Service Commission (CSC). This arrangement is established to ensure that awards and recognitions for public officials and employees are handled with due diligence and fairness, as both the Ombudsman and the CSC play vital roles in upholding the integrity of public service. The CSC is specifically tasked with promoting ethical standards in government service, which aligns well with the objectives of the Committee on Awards. Thus, having the CSC Chairman as the Co-Chairman provides a structured oversight that reinforces the principles set forth in the Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for Public Officials and Employees.