The Executive Office of the foundation consists of the Chief Executive Officer, the Deputy Executive Directors, the specialists and the administrative staff. The Chief Executive Officer, appointed by the Minister of Science and Technology upon the recommendation of the Board of Trustees, is in charge of management activities, including human resources, assets and fund management, can participate in the Board of Trustees’ meetings but doesn’t have the right to vote. The Deputy Executive Directors are nominated by the Chief Executive Officer and appointed by the Minister of Science and Technology.