Article 12
Duties 1. Before 31 December each year, the Director shall present the Management Committee with his or her work programme for the following year, the content of which must be endorsed by the Committee. 2. The Director shall be responsible for the smooth running of the Office. Within the area of responsibility defined by the College of the Commission, he or she shall act under the authority of the College. The Director shall also ensure the consistent operation of the different Office centres. The Director shall report to the Management Committee on the performance of his or her duties and shall submit to it all and any suggestions for the smooth running of the Office. 3. The Director shall submit his or her proposals to the Management Committee in accordance with Article 7(1), (2), (3) and (8). 4. The Director shall inform the Management Committee of appointments under Article 14(3).