Section 14: Appointment and functions of the Director-General.

(1) There shall be a Director-General for the Agency appointed by the President on the recommendation of the Council subject to confirmation by the Senate.
(2) The Director-General shall be a person with a minimum of 15 years demonstrable research experience in science and technology and knowledgeable in space science.
(3) The Director-General shall-
(a) be the Chief Executive of the Agency;
(b) implement the policy and programmes of the Agency;
(c) carry out the day-to-day administration of the Agency;
(d) co-ordinate the activities of the Centers;
(e) supervise the activities of the Directors in the Agency; and
(f) report to the Council through the Minister of Science and Technology.
(4) The Director-General shall hold office for a term of 5 years in the first instance and may be eligible for another term of 5 years and no more.