Governance
In accordance with the principles of good governance, Triple Jump has an external board which meets at least 4 times per year, but exchanges with the management team on a more frequent basis. The Board members are appointed by the shareholders, and each board member has a strong expertise either in the areas of development, finance and/or entrepreneurship. The board members are strong advocates for Triple Jump’s double objective of social and financial returns.
Ownership
Triple Jump is a company limited by shares which has four owners: Oxfam Novib, the ASN Bank, NOTS foundation and Company Management. Oxfam Novib established Triple Jump as a continuation of its own programmes in support of microfinance.
Oxfam Novib aims for sustainable development by supporting initiatives of poor people in developing countries by giving them a voice.
ASN Bank is a Dutch ethical bank which aims to promote a sustainable society
The NOTS founders believe that the efficiency of development aid can be increased by an entrepreneurial approach.
An overview of the financial statements of the management company Triple Jump BV can be found at: Triple Jump financial statements 2010
Code of Ethics and Professional Standards
As a socially-conscious investment fund manager, Triple Jump is committed to working with our clients according to the highest possible standards of ethics and professional behavior. Quite simply, we believe that ethical behavior is good for our reputation and therefore good for our business. Our integrity is important for trust, and trust is the foundation upon which all business transactions are conducted. For this reason, Triple Jump has adopted a Code of Ethics and Professional Standards, which guide the work of our staff and management in all of its operations on a daily basis. The Code is based on CFA® Institute Code of Ethics and Standards of Professional Conduct, which is widely regarded as the global standard in the investment management industry: Triple Jump Code of Ethics,



