Section 10: Functions of Executive Committee

10. Functions of Executive Committee (1) The functions of the Executive Committee shall, subject to section 8 (1) (c), be to— (a) prepare the yearly programme of work for approval by the Council; N15 – 5 [Issue 1] National Economic and Social Council Act (b) monitor the implementation of the Council’s yearly programme of work, its financial and manpower resources, including the disbursement of funds, acquisition of equipment, selection and hiring of staff and contracting out for consultant expertise; (c) appoint working groups under section 13; (d) prepare budget proposals and accounts for approval by the Council; (e) assist the Chairperson and the Council in the management of the affairs of the Council. (2) The Chairperson may delegate the Vice-Chairperson to undertake his functions on the Executive Committee and to act on his behalf.