The Parliament of the Maldives has approved a monthly wage of USD 2,265 for the post of Children’s Ombudsperson, created under the Child Rights Protection Act.
The monthly wage of the Children’s Ombudsperson was approved during the parliament sitting on June 9. A gross wage of USD 2,265 was approved, including a basic wage of 1,618 and benefits worth USD 647.
The Children’s Ombudsperson is tasked with the protection and promotion of rights ensured under the Child Rights Protection Act. The ombudsperson is also responsible for making sure the relevant state institutions act in accordance to UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. As such, the ombudsperson is responsible for monitoring and evaluating staff of institutions tasked with protecting children’s rights and carrying out inquiries on any violations.
The Child Rights Protection Act states the wages of the ombudsperson must be allocated by the parliament.