National Parks Board

Corporate Governance

(GRI 2-9, 2-10, 2-11, 2-12, 2-13, 2-14, 2-15, 2-16, 2-17, 2-25)

NParks’ Board comprises 11 members appointed by the Minister for National Development pursuant to the National Parks Board Act 1996. All Board members are non-executive, except the Chief Executive Officer. Members bring diverse and complementary expertise across areas including finance, strategic planning, management, and sustainability, enabling well-rounded oversight of NParks’ policies, objectives, and operational and financial performance.

The Board holds four meetings annually, and as and when necessary to address significant matters. To fulfil its responsibilities effectively, the Board is supported by the Management Team, which provides adequate and timely information during meetings and throughout the year. Direct and independent access to the Management Team is also available to Board members at any time.

In discharging its duties, the Board has appointed the following committees for purposes which, in the opinion of the Board, are better regulated and managed by means of the committees:

Audit Committee

Chairman: Ms Eu Chin Fen | Members: Mr Gerald Tan (until 31 July 2026), Ms Magdelene Chua

The Audit Committee comprises three non-executive Board members. It maintains high standards of corporate governance through independent reviews of internal controls, financial reporting processes, and financial risks. The committee reviews the audited financial statements, audit plans, and observations of external and internal auditors, and assesses the effectiveness of internal audit.

Operations Risk Committee

Chairman: Mr Loh Khum Yean (until 31 July 2026) | Members: Mr Benett Theseira, Mr Stephen Beng

The Operations Risk Committee comprises three non-executive Board members. It provides strategic oversight of NParks' risk management framework, reviews operational risks, and oversees the implementation of risk mitigation plans, policies, and practices.

Human Resource Committee

Chairman: Ms Tham Loke Kheng (until 31 July 2026) | Members: Ms Nur Hidayah Abu Bakar (until 31 July 2026), Mr Lim Shung Yar

The Human Resource Committee comprises three non-executive Board members. It assists the Board in providing guidance on human capital management challenges.

Garden City Fund Management Committee

The Garden City Fund Management Committee comprises staff from NParks and members of the public appointed by NParks, in accordance with the provisions of the Third Amended and Restated Garden City Fund Trust Deed dated 18 May 2021 (the "Deed"). It manages and administers the Garden City Fund, a registered charity and an Institution of a Public Character, to plan, develop, promote and manage the Garden City Fund in accordance with its Trust Deed. Please refer to page 62 for the work of the Garden City Fund in the year in review.

Board's Conduct of Its Affairs

Board members are guided by a set of key principles to ensure fairness and impartiality in carrying out their responsibilities, in line with the Public Sector (Governance) Act 2018. Members are required to declare any conflicts of interest and recuse themselves from relevant discussions. Board remuneration follows guidelines set by the Public Service Division (PSD). These guidelines are periodically reviewed to ensure that remuneration remains fair, competitive, and reflective of prevailing market benchmarks as well as shifts in the broader economic climate.

Sustainability Governance

NParks has established a dedicated sustainability governance structure to ensure clear accountability on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) priorities. The Board provides strategic oversight on sustainability, and is kept informed of developments through regular briefings on scientific advances, policy changes, and emerging global best practices.

The Executive Committee, led by the Chief Executive Officer and comprising Cluster and Division heads, provides strategic leadership across all organisational matters including sustainability.

The Sustainability Working Group, comprising representatives from NParks’ various branches, supports the Executive Committee in overseeing the implementation of sustainability initiatives.

  1. NParks Board
  2. NParks Executive CommitteeChair: CEO
    Members: Cluster Heads & Division Heads
  3. Sustainability Working GroupMembers: Branch Reps
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