Deputy ombudsman

Legislators determine, formulate and direct the policies of state authorities and international governmental organisations. They make, ratify, amend or repeal laws, rules and regulations. Included here are elected and non-elected members of parliament and of state authorities. Legislators perform the following tasks: - presiding over or participating in the proceedings of legislative bodies and administrative councils of state authorities; - determining, formulating and directing the policies of state authorities; - making, ratifying, amending or repealing laws, rules and regulations; - serving on government administrative boards, committees or commissions; - researching matters of public concern and promoting the interests of the constituents they represent; - performing public duties and attending meetings to gauge public opinion and provide information on government plans; - negotiating with other legislators and representatives of interest groups to reconcile differing interests, reach agreements and create policies; - directing senior officials and employees of state authorities, as members of the government, on the interpretation and implementation of government policies. Examples of occupations in this unit group: – President of the Republic of Bulgaria – Prime Minister – Minister – Member of Parliament – Ombudsman – Mayor – Municipal councillor