The Economic and Social Council (ESC) is “the civil parliament” of Bulgaria. It unites a variety of Bulgarian civil society organisations of similar interests.The Economic and Social Council is the “bridge” between citizens and the national government. Its mission is to support such “bridging” so as to facilitate the communication between the society and the national government.The establishment of the Economic and Social Council as a new institution of civil dialogue in Bulgaria marks a new phase of organised civil society development in Bulgaria.The ESC is a “consultative body expressing the will of civil society organisations regarding the economic and social development”. This is the definition of its status under the Economic and Social Council Act approved by the National Assembly (the Parliament) in 2001.

Governing SIF according to agreed policies and objectives. Overseeing policy changes, budget administration and financial monitoring and controlling. Selection and appointment of the Executive Director, review of his performance. The main responsibilities are for the budget, personnel, programs and management.

Effective consultancy support to private companies, leading to improved competitiveness and export sales. Consultancy on restructuring, management and marketing and business planning.