Functions of the Secretary: defines administrative leadership and operational responsibilities for Tribunal governance and services. The rule defines the Secretary at the Principal Bench as an administrative officer under the President's superintendence, empowered to perform duties prescribed by the rules and assigned by the President, and lists a portfolio including long term project stewardship, human resources supervision, budget and financial management, operational and facilities oversight, public grievance and safety administration, coordination with authorised representatives, ICT oversight, communications management, and supervision of library and research functions.