QuestionsQuestions (OP MEMORANDUM ORDER NO. 143)
It reiterates the functions of the Executive Secretary as provided in Section 27, Chapter 9, Title III, Book III of the Administrative Code of 1987 (Executive Secretary No. 292).
It rescinded Memorandum Order No. 139 (s. 1993) and all previous other memoranda on the matter.
It confirms and restates that the Executive Secretary’s functions remain those defined by Section 27 of the Administrative Code of 1987, rather than introducing new functions.
Yes. For efficient administration, he may delegate duties and functions or responsibilities to the Deputy or Assistant Executive Secretaries, as he deems fit.
Delegation is allowed 'in the interest of the public service' and for efficient administration of the Offices of the Executive Secretary.
No. The order reiterates existing functions under the Administrative Code; it does not indicate that new substantive functions were created.
Section 27, Chapter 9, Title III, Book III of the Administrative Code of 1987 (Executive Secretary No. 292).
It takes effect immediately.
It was signed by President Fidel V. Ramos, and by the Executive Secretary Teofisto T. Guingona, Jr. Procedurally, it reflects issuance by the President with countersignature by the Executive Secretary.
OP Memorandum Order No. 143 expressly rescinds Memorandum Order No. 139 (s. 1993) and all previous other memoranda on the matter.
It is an interpretative/restating and policy/administrative directive that reiterates statutory functions and adjusts internal administration through delegation.
They may receive delegated duties and functions or responsibilities from the Executive Secretary to support efficient administration.
Delegation is discretionary on the part of the Executive Secretary, but it is bounded by the purpose of efficient administration and being in the interest of the public service.