About
The Mandate of the Parastatal Monitoring Department
The core mandate of the Parastatal Monitoring Department, under the Office of the Prime Minister, is to ensure effective governance, accountability and performance of parastatal entities.
This includes monitoring compliance with laws and regulations, advising on policy and financial matters and supporting institutional development through training, reforms, and strategic reviews. The Department also evaluates audit and financial reports, enforces workplace standards, manages parastatal information systems and ensures timely reporting and budget submissions.
It collaborates with stakeholders to improve service delivery and conducts investigations and evaluations to promote transparency, efficiency and public service effectiveness.
Mission Statement
To contribute towards good corporate governance and social and economic development, by promoting good performance management systems in all parastatal organizations, that ensure that public goods and services are delivered efficiently and equitably
Vision
To become an effective oversight institution in the realization of the goals and objectives of all parastatal organizations within the State of Saint Lucia, through the encouragement of more effective supervision, monitoring and performance management systems.
Our Core Values
The PMD is committed to promoting accountability, confidentiality, innovation, integrity, professionalism, transparency, and teamwork. These seven core values will guide the Department’s oversight of state entities. Together, they ensure integrity in governance and foster public trust in our mission.
Accountability
We uphold the highest standards of responsibility and transparency in monitoring and evaluating parastatal organizations.
Confidentiality
Protecting sensitive information while respecting privacy and legal boundaries.
Innovation
We embrace modern tools, technology and best practices to improve monitoring and oversight capabilities.
Integrity
We operate with honesty, fairness and impartiality to ensure ethical governance and decision-making.
Professionalism
Maintaining high standards of conduct, competence, and dedication to public service.
Teamwork
We believe in collaboration, valuing each member’s contribution and combining our strengths to achieve shared success.
Transparency
Operating openly to build public trust and facilitate understanding of processes and outcomes.
Our Backbone
Meet the dedicated team behind the Parastatal Monitoring Department, committed to ensuring transparency and accountability across statutory bodies.
The Permanent Secretary since January 2024, provides transformative and strategic leadership to the Parastatal Monitoring Department. She is supported by a team of professionals who each contribute distinct skills, qualifications,
Is the first point of contact in the Parastatal Monitoring Department. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to excellence, Mrs. Thompson ensures that every document leaving the
Serves as the Senior Information Officer. The Senior Information Officer is responsible for designing and managing the communications strategy of the Parastatal Monitoring Department (PMD) to enhance stakeholder engagement and
Serves as the Senior Accountant a very significant role in the Department as she meticulously conducts the financial analyses of parastatal entities upon request
Serves as the Financial Analyst, with his invaluable experience in the wider public service, conducting investigations, and attending to critical financial issues arise with Parastatal entities.
Serves as the Senior Legal Officer within the Parastatal Monitoring Department, a newly created position in which she provides comprehensive legal counsel and assists with strategic direction. In addition to