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Prevention of and Treatment for Substance Abuse Act, 2008 (Act No. 70 of 2008)

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Rules Governing the Quorum, Procedure at meetings and, generally the Conduct of Functions of the Central Drug Authority

25. Secretariat

 

(1) The CDA Secretariat does work incidental to the performance of the functions of the CDA, subject to control and directions of the CDA. The Secretariat is key in the functioning of the CDA, and to be effective the Secretariat must perform amongst others, the functions below:
(a) Connect members and stakeholders to work together on common goals.
(b) Support the CDA Chairperson by offering sound and trusted advice on governance, policy, and administrative issues, and identifying nuances associated with issues under consideration.
(c) Support practical results that achieve goals and objectives.
(d) Support the work of the CDA.
(e) Ensure transparency while monitoring confidentiality.
(f) Act thoughtfully about group members' time and needs, and
(g) Deliver on time, every time.

 

(2)   The CDA shall provide more specific and detailed functions to be performed by the Secretariat, premised on industry standards and based on the annual performance plans of the CDA.