x.    To prepare and present to the Managing Director and eventually to STAMICO Board, annual plans and budget
for the exploration programs and drilling jobs;
xi.    To monitor progress of STAMICO exploration projects as well as those under joint- venture and submit
appropriate comments to the Managing Director;
xii.    To provide drilling technical inputs during negotiations of drilling contracts;
xiii.    To coordinate the identification of prospective mineral exploration grounds for acquisition;
xiv.    To prepare and monitor the utilization of approved budget for the Directorate;
xv.     To review periodically performance of drilling rigs and recommend corrective measures;
xvi.    To review training and skills needs of the staff in the directorate and recommends the appropriate
training program;
xvii.    To keep abreast with global trends in mineral exploration and mining;
xviii.    To direct and supervise operations of exploration and drilling departments;
xix.    To conduct open performance review and appraisal of subordinates and gives feedback;
xx.    To prepare and submit the Directorate’s monthly, quarterly and annual performance reports;
xxi.    To develop individual objectives or targets and all performance as part of the individual performance
agreement in consultation with the immediate supervisor; and
xxii.    To perform any other related duties as may be assigned by the immediate supervisor.