THE Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) today announced Amir Hamzah Azizan as its new chief executive officer, effective March 1.

Amir will take over the position from Tunku Alizakri Alias, who has been EPF CEO since August 20, 2018. 

In a statement today, the retirement fund said Amir brings with him more than 25 years of corporate experience, beginning his career with the Shell Group of Companies before serving as CEO for MISC Bhd, Petronas Dagangan Bhd, Petronas Lubricants International, Icon Offshore Bhd, and Themed Attractions Resorts and Hotels Sdn Bhd.

EPF chairman Ahmad Badri Mohd Zahir said Tunku Alizakri will continue his contributions towards public service in a different capacity.

“On behalf of the EPF, I extend my heartfelt appreciation to Tunku Alizakri for his exemplary service to the EPF and wish him all the best in his future endeavours. 

“At the same time, I would like to welcome and congratulate Amir  on his appointment as the new EPF CEO.

“With his broad corporate experience, we are looking forward to his dynamic and focused leadership to lead the fund through this complex and challenging period of the EPF’s history,” he said.

With the appointment, Amir tendered his resignation as CEO of Tenaga Nasional Bhd, the statutory body announced in a separate statement.

Baharin Din will replace Amir as TNB CEO effective March 1.

Baharin has been a chief distribution network officer since 2018 and has served at the Energy, Green Technology and Water Ministry as deputy director for the Electrical Inspectorate Department in Sabah. – Bernama, February 10, 2021.