Exercises
overall supervision and control of PPA activities.
Defines
and promulgates the corporate objectives, targets and direction of the
Authority.
Promulgates
rules and regulations necessary to carry out the objectives, policies and
functions of the Authority.
Ensures
the attainment of objectives and
targets and the implementation of PPA policies,
programs, rules and regulations.
Ensures
operational efficiency of PPA ports and central office units.
Ensures
the provision of adequate
port facilities and their proper
maintenance.
Ensures
PPA’s financial stability and growth.
Establishes
effective coordination/liaison with other government offices, private
entities, port users and the general public.
Coordinates
and liaises with local and international entities involve in water transport
and commerce.
Monitors
national, local, political, peace and order , weather and other
natural calamity/disaster situations as they affect the National
Port System.
Monitors
all activities in the ports to identify potential problem areas and to
initiate pre-emptive action to keep these from escalating into crisis
situations.
Performs other functions as may be directed by the Board.
OFFICE
OF THE GENERAL MANAGER
PUBLIC AFFAIRS STAFF
Plans
and executes an effective public relations and promotions program for PPA.
Establishes
and maintains effective liaison with government and private agencies, the
general public, international maritime organizations, etc. on matters
pertaining to public information and relations.
Prepares/edits
articles for media release by PPA.
Arranges
media conferences and the accompanying radio/television overage.
Gathers press releases, opinions and write-ups covering PPA actions/ activities.
Informs PPA management of public reactions to PPA activities and recommend appropriate public relations action.
Undertakes publication of PPA’s official newsletter and other official publications that may be required by management from time to time.
Performs other related functions.
OFFICE
OF THE GENERAL MANAGER
INTERNAL SECURITY AFFAIRS STAFF
Conducts
background investigation on the applicants of the PPA.
Conducts
security checks on suspicious activities of PPA employees.
Coordinates
with national intelligence agencies on matters that are of mutual concern.
Gathers
intelligence information and prepares intelligence reports on suspected
illegal activities in the ports.
Advises
the General Manager on matters of security through the preparation of
intelligence reports and dossiers.
Performs other related functions.