Section 16
of Medical Device Authority Act 2012
Section 16
The Minister shall appoint a person who has scientific qualification, technical knowledge of and experience in the field of medical device or medical device related matters to be the Chief
Executive on such terms and conditions as he thinks desirable.
(2)
In the absence of the Chief Executive for any reason, the
Minister shall appoint an officer of the Authority to carry out the duties of the Chief Executive.
(3)
The Authority shall vest in the Chief Executive any functions and powers of the Authority under this Act.
(4)
The Chief Executive shall be responsible for the overall administration and management of the functions and the day-to-day affairs of the Authority.
(5)
The Chief Executive shall have general control of the officers and servants of the Authority.
(6)
The Chief Executive shall perform such other duties as the
Minister or the Authority may direct.
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