Law Summary
Declaration of Policy
- State's commitment to assist, appreciate, and provide programs for senior citizens
- Promotion of services beneficial to senior citizens, families, and communities
- Emphasis on health, rehabilitation, education, and socioeconomic programs
- Advocacy and collaboration among stakeholders for effective program implementation
Establishment and Jurisdiction
- NCSC created under the Office of the President
- Principal office in the National Capital Region
- Authority to establish field offices in coordination with government agencies
Composition and Structure
- Commission composed of one Chairperson and six Commissioners
- Chairperson acts as CEO
- Commissioners represent different geographical regions and work within those regions
- The full Commission meets at least once every month
Terms and Appointments
- Six-year terms for Chairperson and Commissioners, with staggered initial terms
- Reappointment allowed
- Appointment to fill vacancies only for unexpired term
Qualifications of Members
- Filipino citizens and residents, at least 60 years old
- Good moral character, sound health, and of sound mind
- Bona fide members of senior citizens associations
- College degree or relevant experience
- No conviction for crimes involving moral turpitude
- Recommended by senior citizens organizations
- At least two Commissioners must be women
Functions and Responsibilities
- Ensure implementation and review of laws and programs for senior citizens
- Policy formulation for promotion and protection of senior citizens' rights and welfare
- Conduct information, education, and communication campaigns
- Maintain cooperation with local and national government entities
- Represent the country in international senior citizen matters
- Constitute advisory bodies with diverse representatives when necessary
- Develop mechanisms for nomination and appointment of members
- Perform other functions as may be directed by the President
Organizational Structure and Staffing
- Organizational structure and staffing patterns determined by the Commission
- Creation of offices, divisions, units as necessary
- Appointments conforming with civil service rules
- Remuneration aligned with the Compensation and Position Classification Act
Executive Director
- Appointment by the Commission
- Responsible for policy implementation and daily management
- Must be a Career Executive Service Officer with at least 5 years of relevant experience
- Fields of expertise include law, economics, commerce, management, social service, or finance
Abolition and Transfer of Functions
- Abolition of National Coordinating and Monitoring Board created under RA 9994
- Transfer of functions, projects, and activities from the Department of Social Welfare and Development to NCSC regarding senior citizens
Funding
- Necessary funds included in the General Appropriations Act
Rules and Regulations
- Commission to promulgate implementing rules after consultation with relevant agencies and stakeholders
- Timeline set at 180 days from effectivity
Legal Protections and Transitory Provisions
- Separability clause ensuring other parts remain effective if one section is invalid
- Repealing clause removing conflicting provisions in earlier laws
- Effectivity set at 15 days after publication in official or general circulation media