Act 2 Southern Sudan Research Council Act 14. Powers and Functions of the Secretary General. 2007 The Secretary General shall be the chief executive officer of the Council and shall have the following powers and functions— (a) the Secretary General after consultation with the Chairperson may appoint such committees as may be deemed necessary, and shall determine their terms of reference, powers, duration and composition; (b) manage the assets of the Council and administer its financial and human resources in accordance with the regulations made under this Act; (c) ensure the efficient and effective day to day running of the Council; (d) oversee the effective and timely implementation of policies, programmes coordination and planning of the Council’s activities; (e) assist the Chairperson in exercising and carrying out the powers and functions assigned to him or her by this Act; (f) ensure the efficient and cost-effective management of the Council resources; (g) maintain accurate records of the Council activities; and (h) carry out any other duties as shall be assigned by the Governing Council. 12