The competencies of the Ombudsman

The Ombudsman or Ombudsman is a specific, a special, professional and independent body with powers to protect the rights of citizens, which means that it is not a legislative body, executive or judicial authority, and even less a state prosecutor or an inspection and supervision body. Its significance and the specificity of the function lie precisely in the manner of its action and behavior. The method and manner of action of the Ombudsman consist of giving proposals, advice, suggestions, cooperation, teaching, the ability to listen to people and acting promptly in the direction of realizing the rights of citizens.

The Ombudsman as the holder of the office is transparent, and the office is open and available to every citizen of the Republic of Macedonia or any other person at any time.

The Ombudsman's competence also includes taking actions and measures to protect the principle of non-discrimination and adequate and fair representation of members of communities in the state administration, in local self-government units and public institutions and agencies.