The Executive Office of the foundation consists of the Executive Director, the Deputy Executive Directors, the specialists and the administrative staff. The Executive Director, 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 Executive Director and appointed by the Minister of Science and Technology.