External Member Empanelment

The external member serves as a neutral third party, tasked with ensuring the impartiality of the Internal Committee (IC). Selecting an External Member with expertise in handling sexual harassment cases and a track record of neutrality is crucial. They should possess in-depth knowledge and experience of relevant laws, including the Act governing workplace sexual harassment.

The IC requires an individual equipped with the requisite knowledge, skills, and capacity to address issues and complaints related to workplace sexual harassment effectively. A thorough understanding of the legal intricacies and implications is essential. While gender is not specified for the role of an external member, many organizations lean towards appointing women to uphold inclusivity and sensitivity in addressing such matters

    “Creating a safe working environment increases employee productivity.”

    Through our PoSH experts, we partner with your team to assist with the following:

    1. Role of the External Member in PoSH investigations:
    1. Role of the External Member in PoSH investigations:

    The PoSH External Member plays a pivotal role in guiding the Internal Committee (IC) through the investigation of PoSH or workplace sexual harassment complaints. The IC must adhere to due process to ensure that each investigation is legally compliant. Our team of external experts is dedicated to assisting your IC in conducting investigations that align with the requirements of the PoSH Act.

    2. Ensuring confidentiality in Compliance with the PoSH Act:
    2. Ensuring confidentiality in Compliance with the PoSH Act:

    Confidentiality is a fundamental requirement under the PoSH Act, demanding careful handling of complaint-related information by the Internal Committee (IC). The external member plays a crucial role in guiding the IC in handling sensitive case-related information. They ensure that both the complainant and the accused avoid inadvertently violating the confidentiality mandate.

    3. PoSH Case Management:
    3. PoSH Case Management:

    The PoSH external member within your Internal Committee (IC) aids in effectively managing sexual harassment cases in your workplace. Ungender’s external member offers invaluable assistance to your IC, ensuring adherence to case deadlines, conducting thorough investigations, maintaining proper documentation, and preparing comprehensive inquiry reports. Additionally, we facilitate quarterly meetings between the PoSH external member and your IC to guarantee the diligent implementation of the PoSH Act.

    4. Filing PoSH Annual Report:
    4. Filing PoSH Annual Report:

    Filing the PoSH report annually is a crucial compliance requirement under the PoSH Act. The external member provides essential guidance to the Internal Committee, ensuring the proper drafting and filing of the PoSH annual report each year.

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