History
Established in 1975, the Administration has been integral to the Centre’s operations since its inception. It is tasked with overseeing the general management of the Centre and providing essential administrative and logistical support to all departments. The Administrative Secretary leads the administrative function.
Over the years, the administrative responsibilities of the Centre have expanded to encompass the following departments and units:
- Accounts
- Audit
- Human Resource
- Public Relations
- Marketing
- Procurement
- Engineering and Works (including Estates, Transport and Maintenance)
- Registry
- Security
The Administration performs various essential functions, including but not limited to:
– Providing strategic direction and maintaining good administrative order across all departments within the Centre.
– Ensuring the provision of adequate facilities and logistical support to all departments and units for the smooth and efficient operation of the Centre.
– Coordinating the activities of administrative departments to maintain order and efficiency.
– Creating favorable conditions for processes to be maintained at an effective level, promoting overall organizational well-being.
– Monitoring performance, comparing results with plans, and taking corrective action when necessary.
– Emphasizing proper supervision, motivation, and communication by administrators to ensure tasks are completed effectively.
– Ensuring that work is carried out according to established policies, programs, and instructions.
– Allocating related activities to staff and providing management and coordination at each level of responsibility.
