JORDEL DAVIDSON-SWANN APPOINTED AS SENIOR INTERNAL AUDITOR (INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY)  

Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands – Friday, 24^th July 2024:  The Office of the Deputy Governor of the Turks and Caicos Islands is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Jordel Davidson-Swann as the Senior Internal Auditor (Information Technology) within the Office of the Chief Internal Auditor.

Mr. Davidson-Swann holds a Bachelor of Science in Law with Accounting and Finance from the University of Liverpool. Upon returning to the Turks and Caicos Islands, he began his career in the Office of the Chief Internal Auditor as an Internal Auditor. During this tenure, he developed a keen interest in auditing and compliance, refining his analytical abilities and deepening his understanding of financial regulations.

After a year in internal auditing, Mr. Davidson-Swann transitioned to the role of Compliance Officer within the Financial Transactions Information Exchange Unit of the Ministry of Finance. In this capacity, he further enhanced his expertise in financial compliance, audit processes, and regulatory adherence. His responsibilities included ensuring that the Turks and Caicos Islands remained compliant with international treaties, particularly those underpinning the Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA), Common Reporting Standard (CRS), and Economic Substance requirements.

Through his meticulous attention to detail, extensive knowledge of financial regulations, and unwavering dedication, Mr. Davidson-Swann played a crucial role in assisting the Turks and Caicos Islands in achieving compliance and being removed from an international blacklist related to economic substance. His proficiency in financial analysis, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance significantly contributed to maintaining the jurisdiction’s standing in the global financial community.

Driven by a passion for continuous learning and an interest in technology, Mr. Davidson-Swann embarked on a Master’s in Computer Science in 2023. This academic pursuit, combined with his love for computers, led him to return to internal auditing, where he now serves as a Senior Internal Auditor (Information Technology). In this role, he integrates his background in law, finance, and technology to enhance IT auditing practices, focusing on cybersecurity, data integrity, and system efficiency.

Commenting on his appointment, Mr. Davidson-Swann stated:

“I am honored to take on the role of Senior Internal Auditor (Information Technology). This position allows me to merge my expertise in law, finance, and IT to strengthen our auditing processes and ensure robust cybersecurity measures. I look forward to contributing to the enhancement of our IT infrastructure and the overall security of our operations.”

Deputy Governor and Head of the Public Service, Her Excellency Anya Williams, commented on Mr. Davidson-Swann’s appointment:

“I am pleased to officially congratulate Mr. Jordel Davidson-Swann on his appointment as Senior Internal Auditor (Information Technology) within the Office of the Chief Internal Auditor.

Checks and balances are essential to the operations of the Turks and Caicos Islands Government. This ensures that as we are entrusted with public funds, we are maintaining accountability and transparency.

Congratulations on your appointment, Mr. Davidson-Swann!”