Concern for the well-being of people in the constituency and integrated farming methods
Sophon Zaram
Politician
Buriram
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record as Chairman of the House Committee on Education at The Secretariat of the House of Representatives. Expert in collaborative team management and public relations, successfully driving national education policy and enhancing operational efficiencies. Skilled in decision-making and fostering inclusive discussions, ensuring diverse voices are heard.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Chairman of the House Committee on Education
The Secretariat of the House of Representatives
10.2023 - Current
- Meeting Management:
- Setting weekly official meeting agendas of the committee and ensuring adherence to parliamentary rules.
- Facilitating open discussions and ensuring all members have a voice on the floor.
- Resolving conflicts that may arise during meetings.
- Committee Operations:
- Defining educational priorities and addressing key issues.
- Assigning topic for researching tasks to committee members and staff.
- Monitoring and evaluating committee performance.
Overseeing the preparation of reports for presentation to the House of Representatives.
- Coordination and Representation:
- Liaising with secretariat, government agencies, private sector entities, and educational organizations.
- Serving as the committee's spokesperson in press conferences and interviews.
- Designing, Attending and Arranging relevant conferences and seminars.
- Administrative Oversight:
- Managing the committee's budget.
- Supervising committee staff to ensure efficient operations.
In essence, the chairperson of the House of Representatives Committee on Education plays a crucial role in leading and driving national education policy to promote progress and meet the needs of the public.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Buriram Teachers College
Buriram, Thailand 04.2001 -
Skills
Collaborative team management
Team meeting coordination
Understanding of corporate governance principles
Operational enhancements
Meeting oversight
Public relations
Decision-making
Accomplishments
Sophon Zaram was elected as a Member of Parliament for Buriram Province in 2001 under the Thai Nation Party. In the 2005 election, Sophon was elected under the Thai Rak Thai Party, and later under the People's Power Party in the 2007 election. Following the dissolution of the People's Power Party, he joined the Bhumjaithai Party in 2010. He previously served as the Chairman of the Committee on Transportation in the 25th House of Representatives during the government of General Prayut Chan-o-cha. Currently, he holds the position of Chairman of the Committee on Education in the 26th House of Representatives under the government of Srettha Thavisin and Paetongtarn Shinawatra.
Sophon Sarum was appointed Deputy Minister of Transport in the government of Somchai Wongsawat, serving from September 24, 2008, to December 2, 2008. In the coalition government of Abhisit Vejjajiva, he held the position of Minister of Transport from December 20, 2008, to August 9, 2011.
Interests
Timeline
Chairman of the House Committee on Education
The Secretariat of the House of Representatives
10.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Buriram Teachers College
04.2001 -
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