| (1) | The Council, acting with the concurrence of the Minister, must appoint a suitably qualified person as chief quality assurance officer. |
| (2) | The chief quality assurance officer— |
| (a) | is appointed for a period not exceeding five years; and |
| (b) | may be reappointed by the Council with the concurrence of the Minister. |
| (3) | The chief quality assurance officer holds office on terms and conditions, including those relating to remuneration and allowances, as the Council may determine in accordance with the policy contemplated in section 43(1). |
(4)
| (a) | The chief quality assurance officer is responsible for the efficient management of the business and affairs of the Council and must perform any function delegated or assigned by the Council. |
(b) The chief quality assurance officer is furthermore responsible for—
| (i) | supervising the processes involved in the grading of tourism services, facilities and products; ensuring that such grading conforms to the national grading system for tourism contemplated in section 28; and ensuring that standards set in terms of the grading system are maintained; |
| (ii) | the implementation and strategic management of the national grading system; |
| (iii) | strategic management of the resources and funds of the Grading Council; and |
(iv) assisting the Grading Council in developing strategic plans.
