Section 10Sec./Art. 10

Powers and Functions of the Administrator. -Subject to the control and supervision of the Board, the Administrator shall have the following powers and functions:

a. Submit policy recommendations and proposed measures necessary to carry out the objectives and functions of the Authority, for the consideration of the Board;

b. Recommend to the Board, for approval, an organizational structure, and Plantilla of personnel of the Authority, in accordance with existing laws, rules and regulations;

c. Execute, administer and implement policies and measures approved by the Board;

d. Submit to the Board, in line with the national budget cycle, an annual budget and such supplemental budget as may be necessary for its consideration and approval;

e. Represent the Authority in all its dealings with other persons, entities, agencies, and institutions whether public or private, domestic or foreign, subject to the limitations and conditions herein provided;

f.) Appoint, subject to the confirmation of the Board, and discipline or remove for cause in accordance with the civil service law, rules and regulations, the officers and personnel of the Authority; and

g. Perform such other duties which may be assigned to him by the Board or by the Secretary of the Department of Agriculture.