In 1996, CSD engaged 52 staff of which 35
professional, including part-time consultants, and 17 support. The
high quality and dedication of all of its staff certainly made
possible the results achieved. Proper financial management and
accurate recordkeeping contributed to the Centerн overall
efficiency and control. The financial and administrative
regulations, adopted in 1994, were revised and updated to include a
special chapter on Personnel Policy Procedures. The external audit
for 1996 was commissioned to Price Waterhouse; their independent
opinion and CSD's financial statements follow.
Having realized the importance of auditing in
strengthening the institutional capacity of non-governmental
organizations, CSD continued its series of training and education
activities on financial management of NGOs in 1996.
By sharing its own experience and knowledge in this
field with the NGO community in the country, CSD hopes to enhance
the competence, capability, profile and influence of these
organizations as agents of democratic change in Bulgarian
society.
CSD is particularly conscious about streamlining its
organizational structure and internal communication. Senior staff
members and project coordinators continued to meet on a weekly
basis.
In 1996 CSD's Programs were linked in a local area
network which resulted in improved interdepartmental communication
and organizational cohesion. Fifteen new computers were procured
during the year. Access to the Internet was established via Global
One and it is continuously being upgraded.
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