thephilippineconstitutionalcommissions-161222054912.pptx

the philippine constitutional commissions

1. The Philippine Constitutional Commissions Civil service commission Commission on Elections Commission on Audit

2. Alicia dela Rosa- Bala (chairperson) Chairman Michael G. Aguinaldo Chairman Andres Bautista

3. Common Provisions Relating to the Constitutional Commissions The establishment of constitutional commission is clearly stipulated in Section 1 of Article IX , which states that the constitutional commissions, which shall be independent are the Civil Service Commission, the Commission on Elections, and the Commission on Audit.

4. Independence of the Constitutional Commission CSC, COMELEC, and COA cannot be abolished by law as they are created by the fundamental charter of the country. Powers exercised by these agencies are granted by the Constitution and cannot be withdrawn by law. The chairmen and members of these commissions enjoy security of tenure and can only be removed from office via impeachment.

5. Independence of the Constitutional Commission Salaries of the Chairmen and members of these commission are fixed by law and can’t be decreased during their tenure. The constitutional commissions enjoy fiscal autonomy. Each of these constitutional commissions is empowered to promulgate its own rules of procedures. The constitutional commissions appoint their officials and employed in accordance with the Civil Service Law.

6. Prohibitions To hold any other office or employment To engage in the practice of any profession To engage in the active management or control of any business To be financially interested in any contract with, or in any franchise granted by the government.

7. Compensation As stated in Article ~ 18, Section 17, the Chairperson of each commission shall receive an annual salary of 204,000 Php , while the other commissioners or members shall receive an annual salary of 180,000 P hp , unless increased by law.

8. Rules on the Conduct of Proceedings The majority rule has to be observed in all the proceedings of the constitutional commissions. Any case brought before the Commission has to be resolved within 60 day form the date of its submission for decision. Any decision, order, or ruling of each Commission may be appealed to the Supreme Court on certiorari by the aggrieved party within 30 days from the receipt of the copy thereof.

9. The Civil Service Commission The central personnel agency of the government whose primary goal is to professionalize the Philippine service system by setting standard and enforcing laws and rules governing the selection, utilization, training and discipline of civil servants.

10. Composition, Appointment and Tenure The CSC is composed of a chairman and two commissioners as members, who are appointed by the president. Chairperson   Alicia dela Rosa- Bala – 7 Years of term Commissioner  Robert Martinez – 5 years of term Commissioner  Nieves Osorio – 3 years of term Without reappointment.

11. Qualifications of Appointment Natural born citizens of the Philippines At least 35 years of age at the time of their appointments With proven capacity for public administration Must not have been candidate for any elective position in the elections immediately preceding's their appointment

12. Function of the Civil Service Commission To establish a career service To adopt measure to promote morale, efficiency, integrity, responsiveness and courtesy in the civil service. To strengthen the merit and reward system To integrate all human resources development programs for all levels and ranks To institutionalize a management climate conducive to public accountabilty

13. Scope of the Civil Service Every branch, subdivision, instrumentality and agency of the Government including government-owned and controlled corporations with original charters are under the jurisdiction of the civil service.

14. Appointments in the Civil Service Appointments in the civil service are made based on merit and fitness and determined as far as practicable by competitive examination or the civil serviced examination.

15. Security of Tenure All government employees and officers of the Civil Service enjoy security of tenure. As such, they cannot just be removed form office or suspended from service except on the ground of inefficiency or cause provided by law. Dishonesty, oppression or misconduct habitual drunkenness Neglect of duty Disgraceful or immoral conduct

16. Commission on Elections The Commission on Elections (COMELEC) is another independent constitutional body, performing a very crucial role in the governance of the country. It was created for the purpose of ensuring free and honest elections and protecting the popular will of the people as expressed in the ballot.

17. Composition The COMELEC is composed of one Chairman and six Commissioners

18. Qualification Required of COMELEC Members A Natural born citizen of the Philippines At least 35 years of age at the time of appointment Holder of a c ollege degree Must not have been a candidate for any elective position in the immediately proceedings election A member of the Philippine Bar who has been in the practice of law for 10 tears.

19. Appointment and Terms of Office The Chairman and the Commissioners are appointed by the President Confirmation of the Commission on Appointments for a term of seven years

20. Powers and Functions

21. Procedures in Hearing Election Cases The COMELEC may sit en banc or in two divisions in hearing election cases. It may promulgates its own rules and procedures to expedite the resolution of these cases.

22. Regulations of Public Utilities and Media The COMELEC is given authority to supervise or regulate the enjoyment or utilization of all franchises or permits for the operations of transportation and other public utilities, media of communication or information during the elections period.

23. Commission on Audit The Commission on Audit (COA) has the responsibility of ensuring transparency and accountability on government services, particularly in the use of public funds.

24. Composition The COA is constituted by a Chairman and two Commissioners. Chairman   Michael G. Aguinaldo Commissioner  Jose A. Fabia Commissioner  Isabel D. Agito

25. Qualifications Required of COA Members A Natural-born citizen of the Philippines At least 35 years of age at the time of his/her appointment A certified public accountant with at less 10 years of auditing experience or a member of the Philippine Bar engaged in the practice of law for at least 10 years Must not have been candidate for elective position

26. Appointment and Term of Office The Chairman and the Commissioners are appointed by President with the consent of the Commission on Appointment The Chairman has to hold for 7 years, one Commissioner for 5 years and other Commissioner for 3 years without reappointment.

27. Powers and Functions