Besides talking care of the daily routine, the administrative section provides the material basis for the embassy’s functioning. The administrative officers look after the premises of the embassy, its installations, and its equipment. They see to it that the facilities are well maintained. They have a special obligation to oversee the procurement, maintenance, and operation of duty cars. The administrative section also manages the embassy’s budget. It pays the embassy’s bills and does the bookkeeping. It is also responsible for matters pertaining to the staff. Newly arrived staff members have to be integrated into the embassy’s team. They need accommodation and advice on questions of health or schooling. In addition, leave has to be approved and temporary replacements organized. Local staff members have to be hired and sometimes fired. Finally, the administrative section is responsible for the embassy’s communications. It manages the embassy’s correspondence, archives, cable room, and coming and outgoing pouches.