Section 10December 9, 1997, Sec./Art. 10

Powers, Functions and Duties of the Director General. - The Director General shall have the following powers, functions and duties:

(a) To exercise overall supervision and direction over the implementation of all research and development programs of the Institute, and to supervise and direct the management, operation and administration of the Institute;

(b) To execute contracts, including the deeds that may incur obligations, acquire and dispose of assets and deliver documents on behalf of the Institute, within the limits of authority delegated to him by the Board;

(c) To implement and enforce policies, decisions, orders, rules and regulations adopted by the Board;

(d) To submit to the Board an annual report of the Institute;

(e) To submit to the Board an annual budget and such supplemental budget as may be necessary for its consideration and approval; and

(f) To exercise such other powers and functions and perform such other duties as may be authorized by the Board.