Director General and Financial Commissioner pay, duties and delegation framework under the Employees' State Insurance Corporation rules. Salary and allowances of the Director General and the Financial Commissioner are aligned to the corresponding level of Central Government officers, with protection of pension, gratuity and other superannuation benefits for existing Corporation employees. The Director General acts as Chief Executive Officer, convenes meetings, implements decisions, enters into contracts, furnishes returns, corresponds with Governments, and may delegate powers with Standing Committee approval. The Financial Commissioner maintains accounts, prepares the budget, arranges internal audit, recommends investment of funds, and performs other entrusted duties. The Corporation's employment power applies to posts up to level 14 in the pay matrix.