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Functions and Responsibilities

The following sections shall be directly under the VP-RDET:

 Research and Development
 Extension and Training
 Knowledge and Technology Management

3. University Director for Extension

The University Director for Extension extends full assistance to the VP for RDET in the direct
management and supervision of the University Extension and Training (E&T) programs. Like the
University Director for R&D, he/she assumes the duties and responsibilities of the VP for RDET in his
absence. Other specific duties of the University Director for Extension are as follows:

o Directly plans, directs and supervises the extension program/ activities of the University
and coordinate field operations of the campuses;

o Establishes linkages and collaborate with other units, governments agencies as well as
private institutions for the advancement of the extension program of the University;

o Locates sources of funds and utilize the same for approved extension activities;

o Introduces innovative modalities/approaches/strategies in extension;

o Submits periodic reports on the impact of extension work on the quality of life in the
service area;

o Renders periodic report to the VP for RDET;

o Performs other functions as may be assigned by the higher authorities.

4. Campus Extension Director (CED)

In the case of Echague Campus, which is the seat of the University, the University Extension
Director holds dual functions, hence, he/she is also the Campus Extension Director. In other big
campuses like Cabagan, Ilagan and Cauayan, they have Campus Extension Director who reports
directly to the Campus Executive