Social Security is part of the portfolio of the Minister of Finance and Public Service, who appoints a Board of Directors to administer the program; directors representing employers and employees are named by respective organizations. The Board of Directors consists of:
Five members representing Government: a chairman and four other members appointed by the Minister in his discretion;
Two members representing employees (from the National Trade Union Congress of Belize); and
Two members representing employers (one from the Belize Chamber of Commerce and Industry and one from the Belize Business Bureau).
The Chief Executive Officer is an ex-officio member without a right to vote, and an officer of Social Security is the Secretary. The Board appoints one of its members to be Deputy Chairman. The initial term of office of the Chairman is for a period of five years, and three years in the case of all members. (Statutory Instrument No. 16 of 2003)
All funds are vested on the Board and it may exercise all powers, rights, authorities and functions conferred upon it by the Social Security Act. In accordance with Section 28 (2) of the Social Security Act, the Board has responsibility to the Minister for administration of the Act and shall consider and advise upon all matters, which may from time to time be referred to it by the Minister. Matters such as terms and conditions of service of employees, budgets and policy matters affecting the scheme are forwarded to the Ministry for ratification after due consideration and approval by the Board of Directors. In addition to the Board of Directors, the following entities are also linked to the operation of the Scheme:
1. Medical Board/Referee
2. Non-Contributory Pension Committee
3. Appeal Tribunal
4. Investment Committee
5. Audit Committee
6. External Auditor
7. Medical Consultant
8. Legal Consultant
9. Actuary
10. National Health Insurance Committee
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1. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
2. MANAGEMENT AT HEADQUARTERS
3. BRANCH MANAGEMENT
4. INSPECTORS AND OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH OFFICERS (OSH)
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The Medical Board or Medical Referee determines to what extent the injured person is disabled, if at all. They are appointed from among the Registered Medical Practitioners serving Belize.
A Medical Board or Referee also determines if a person is an invalid as per the definition of the SSB Act.
The Non-Contributory Pension (NCP) Program is part of the Government of Belize strategy to address and alleviate poverty in Belize. The NCP Program is administered under the Social Security Board long-term benefits branch. Decision of NCP claims are made by a committee consisting of Chairman, Canon Leroy Flowers, representing the Belize Council of Churches, Mr. Evan Dakers, representing the Ministry of Human Development and Mrs. Maria Elena Contreras representing the Social Security Board. The Program pays a monthly pension of $100.00 to qualifying women 65 years and older and men 67years and older.
The Appeal Tribunal consists of a Chairman appointed by the Minister for two years and a person chosen by the Board from two panels of persons representing employers and employees, respectively. The Minister may appoint more than one person to perform the functions of chairman. If an insured person and employer are aggrieved by a decision made by the Board on Benefits claims or any other question related to Registration and Contributions, the insured person has the right to Appeal to the Tribunal. The insured person is to Appeal within twenty-one (21) days, after he/she has been informed of the decision.
The Investment Committee advises the Board of Directors regarding the investment of money for the Fund, which is surplus to the current needs for payment of Administration, Benefits and Capital Requirements.
According to Section 47 (1) of the Social Security Act, the accounts of the Board shall be audited annually by a suitably qualified Auditor appointed by the Board.
By administrative decision, medical and legal consultants are appointed to give expert advice regarding matters relating to the Medical and Legal Professions, respectively.
The Social Security Board conducts an Actuarial Review every three years after which a report is published.
The National Health Insurance (NHI) Scheme was implemented to promote improvements within the health sector so that quality health care would be available in an efficient and effective way to all Belizeans. The NHI Committee serves as an advisory body to the Social Security Board.
Social Security Board General Managers
- Leonides Cuellar – June 1st 1981 to 1987
- Kenneth M.L. Dunn – 1987 – 1990
- Jorge Meliton Auil Sr. – 1990 – 1993
- Denton Belisle – 1993 – 1998
- Narda Garcia – January 4th 1999 – July 21st 2006
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CHAIRMAN
Ms. Lois Michele Young
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GOVERNMENT'S REPRESENTATIVE
Mr. Ariel Mitchell
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GOVERNMENT'S REPRESENTATIVE
Mr. Paul Jones
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GOVERNMENT'S REPRESENTATIVE
Ms. Natalie Goff
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GOVERNMENT'S REPRESENTATIVE
Mr. Dennis Jones
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EMPLOYEES' REPRESENTATIVE
Dylan Reneau
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EMPLOYEES' REPRESENTATIVE
Elena Smith
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EMPLOYERS' REPRESENTATIVE
Mark Lizarraga
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EMPLOYERS' REPRESENTATIVE
Jorge Meliton Auil, Jr. |
SECRETARY
Maria Elena Contreras
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CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Merlene Bailey Martinez |
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INVESTMENT COMMITTEE
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CHAIRMAN
Nestor Vasquez
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MEMBER
Winston Michael
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MEMBER
Lorelei Westby |
MEMBER
Emil Mena |
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APPEAL TRIBUNAL COMMITTEE
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CHAIRPERSONS
Magali Marin Young
Aldo Salazar
Margaret McKenzie
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EMPLOYERS' REPRESENTATIVES
Calvin Neal
Larry McLaren
Cynthia Awe
Olga Barber
Anthony T. Flynn
Rafael Marin
Peter Tonti
Ruth Staine Dawson
Arturo Lizarraga
Yasmin Figueroa
Bernard Pickwood
Lloyd Carillo
Erasmo Franklin
Joan Matus Avelar
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EMPLOYEES' REPRESENTATIVES
Mervin Roca
Julio Gongora
Oscar Gongora
Emily Martinez
Sheryl Cutkelvin
Rudolph Gentle
Phillip Tate
Lorelei Westby
Marciana Mckoy
Ian Ramirez
Aislynn Humes
Sean Nicholas
David Spence
David Acosta
Kimesha Lamb
Emily Turner
Carlos Leiva
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NON-CONTRIBUTORY PENSIONS COMMITTEE (NCP)
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CHAIRPERSON
Canon Leroy Flowers
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DEPUTY CHAIRPERSON
Evan Dakers
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MEMBER
Maria Elena Contreras
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NATIONAL HEALTH INSURANCE COMMITTEE (NHI)
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CHAIRMAN
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MEMBERS
Joseph Waight - Member, Government of Belize (GOB)
Harry Pilgrim - Member, Organization of Insurance Companies (ORINCO)
Luis Teck - Member, National Trade Union Congress of Belize (NTUCB)
Rosalie Gentle - Member, National Trade Union Congress of Belize (NTUCB)
Dr. Cardo Martinez - Member, Belize Business Bureau (BBB)
Canon Leroy Flowers - Member, Belize Council of Churches (BCC)
Dr. George Gough - Member, United Democratic Party (UDP)
Dr. Virginia Smith - Member, Belize Medical & Dental Association (BMDA)
Dr. Peter Allen, Ministry of Health (MOH)
Dr. Jorge Polanco - Member, Ministry of Health (MOH)
Cecil Arnold - Member, Belize Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI)
Maria Elena Contreras - Secretary
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AUDIT COMMITTEE
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CHAIRMAN
Jorge Meliton Auil Jr. |
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MEMBER/SECRETARY
Norberto Depaz |
CONSULTANTS
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EXTERNAL AUDITOR
Marion Usher, CPA
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LEGAL CONSULTANT
Courtenay Coye & Associates
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ACTUARIAL CONSULTANTS
Hernando Pérez Montás Consultares Actuariales, S.A.
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MANAGEMENT
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Executive Office
Merlene Bailey Martinez, Chief Executive Officer
Maria Elena Contreras, General Manager, Corporate Secretary Services
Margarita Cawich, Manager, Executive Administration Services
Norberto Depaz, Manager, Internal Audit Services
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Office of Strategic Management
Leticia Vega, General Manager, Office of Strategic Management
Sean Sebastian, Manager, Research and Analysis Services
Wilfredo Galvez, Manager, Strategy Development and Execution
Martha Blanco, Manager Business Process Management Services
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National Health Insurance and Employment Injury Services
Dr. Deysi Mendez, Ag. General Manager, National Health Insurance
Chandra Cansino, Manager, Employment Injury Services
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Financial and Information Technology Services
Leo Vasquez, General Manager, Financial and Information Technology Services
John Robateau, Manager, Information Technology Services
Miguel Gongora, Manager, Investment Services
Nabi Nabet Reyes, Manager, Accounting Services
Deborah Ruiz, Manager, Registration and Benefits Services
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Human Resource Management and Administration Services
Arlene Neal, Manager, Human Resource Management Services
Olivia Dakers, Manager, Industrial Relations Services
Rohjani Toombs, Manager, External Relations Services
Marianela Vasquez Guerra, Manager, Customer Management Services
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National Branch Operation Services
Dalila Castillo, General Manager, National Branch Operation Services
Denise Mahler, Manager, Belmopan
Derrick Morgan, Manager, Belize City
Ismelda Waite, Manager, Corozal and Corozal Freezone
Grace Ramirez, Manager, Dangriga,
Miguel Guerra, Manager, Independence and Placencia
Ana Gonzalez, Manager, Orange Walk
Anna Guy, Manager, Punta Gorda
Arnaldo Villas, Manager, San Pedro and Caye Caulker
Dina Hobbs, Manager, Santa Elena, Benque Viejo and Spanish Lookout
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Legal Services
General Manager, Legal Services (Vacant)
Manager, Legal Services (Vacant)
Attorney, Operations (Vacant)
Mr. Carlton Mckoy, Senior Inspector, Compliance Services
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List of Inspectors and Occupational Safety and Health Officers(OSH)
Corozal
Dana Cayetano
Gabriel Patt
Emiliano Juchim
Errol Aranda (OSH Officer)
Orange Walk
Rudolf Wade
Nelson Pech
Luis Tun
Rojer Acosta (OSH Officer)
Belize City
Jose Arango
Vonnetta Williams
Tanya Coleman
Ramsey Diego
Deserie Daniels
Ginel Martinez
Charity Gordon (OSH Officer)
San Pedro
Sharlette Dawson
Ruben Oliva
Fitzpatrick Castillo (OSH Officer)
Belmopan
Elston Hyde
Robert Banner
Santa Elena
Mr. Bert Avila
Mr. Herbert Nicasio
Mr. Milton Hoare
Amalia Briceno Arango (OSH Officer)
Dangriga
Mr. Clifford Usher
Mr. Ivan Argalles
Judith Puc (OSH Officer)
Independence
Mr. Alvaro Requena
Mr. Lawrence Lopez
Adrian Gonzalez (OSH Officer)
Punta Gorda
Mr. George Palma
Organizational Chart
