The Executive Director shall be the legal representative of the Authority and shall be responsible for:
(a) the day-to-day administration of the Authority;
(b) drawing up a proposal for the Authority's work programmes in consultation with the Commission;
(c) implementing the work programmes and the decisions adopted by the Management Board;
(d) ensuring the provision of appropriate scientific, technical and administrative support for the Scientific Committee and the Scientific Panels;
(e) ensuring that the Authority carries out its tasks in accordance with the requirements of its users, in particular with regard to the adequacy of the services provided and the time taken;
(f) the preparation of the statement of revenue and expenditure and the execution of the budget of the Authority;
(g) all staff matters;
(h) developing and maintaining contact with the European Parliament, and for ensuring a regular dialogue with its relevant committees.