The Integrity Commission (IC), Jamaica’s primary anti-corruption agency, has filled two key vacancies.

They are Director of Corruption Prosecution, which will be occupied by attorney-at-law Kelly-Ann Murdock and Director of Corruption Prevention, Stakeholder Engagement and Anti-Corruption Strategy, with Sashein Wright-Chin confirmed in the role.

The appointments represent a significant step in strengthening the commission’s leadership team, ensuring continued dedication to its mission of promoting integrity and transparency in public life.

Murdock, who has been acting in the position since March, was sworn in last Wednesday, August 5, by Governor General Sir Patrick Allen. Murdock replaces Roneiph Lawrence, who tendered his resignation from the anti-corruption body in March.

Lawrence’s appointment to the position last year was met with objection from the ruling Jamaica Labour Party on the basis that he was reportedly a long-time friend of People’s National Party General Secretary, Dr Dayton Campbell.

Murdock served in the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) in Jamaica, where she held the positions of legal officer to the DPP, crown counsel and assistant DPP. She has also served as a prosecutor in the Turks and Caicos Islands. She was admitted to the Jamaican Bar in December 2016.

Meanwhile,  Wright-Chin, has been promoted to Director of Corruption Prevention, Stakeholder Engagement and Anti-Corruption Strategy, having previously served as the Manager of Anti-Corruption Outreach and Education. 

In a media statement, the IC notes that the new appointees bring a wealth of experience and commitment to their roles, which will further enhance the commission’s capacity to effectively address corruption, protect public interest, and uphold accountability.