Appointment of María Natividad Beato Castellano as Head of the General Affairs Section

Background and Process

• The Canary Islands Court of Auditors has officially appointed María Natividad Beato Castellano as the new Head of the General Affairs Section.
• This decision follows a merit-based competition announced in March 2025, which was later published in the official bulletins.
• The process involved a public list of provisional winners, with Beato Castellano’s appointment now made final after the 10-day period for objections passed without challenge.

Significance of the Appointment

• This appointment highlights ongoing efforts to ensure transparency and meritocracy in public staffing within regional institutions.
• Beato Castellano's new role will be based in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, where she assumes responsibilities at a notable level in the organization.
• Her start date is confirmed within three working days of her previous position's end.

Broader Administrative Goals

• The move is part of the broader administrative updates aimed at strengthening governance in regional government bodies.
• These changes aim to ensure qualified personnel fill key roles.
• Residents in the Canary Islands can expect a more efficient oversight structure, with these staffing changes contributing to improved accountability and public service delivery.

"This move is part of the broader administrative updates aimed at strengthening governance in regional government bodies, ensuring qualified personnel fill key roles."