Panama
Audit of Peace Corps/Panama
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Recommendations
Disclaimer: Open/Closed recommendations are updated semiannually.We recommend that the country director monitor and document, prior to the principle cashier going on leave for more than 4 days, that the accountability of funds has been transferred to the alternate cashier, in accordance with policy.
We recommend that the director of management and operations only assign cashier functions in FORPost to the alternate cashier upon the transfer of accountability.
We recommend that the country director implement steps to ensure that the Peace Corps medical officers follow policy for appropriate dental care consultation.
We recommend that the post and the Office of Health Services closely monitor the dental services provided to the Volunteers to ensure that the services performed beyond routine check-ups and cleanings are medically necessary.
We recommend that the post consult with the Office of the Chief Financial Officer/Acquisition and Contract Management on the potential use of a competitive contract or blanket purchase agreement vehicle for the purchase of medical/dental supplies and services.