Statute and appointment

The Director is elected through competition, by the majority vote of Council members, for a four-year term. The same person may serve a maximum of two terms as Director.

A person who cumulatively meets the following conditions may run for the position of Director of the Institute:

a) holds a diploma of complete higher education in law;
b) has at least 5 years of work experience in the managerial, teaching or justice field;
c) knows Romanian, as well as English or French;
d) has not previously been found guilty of committing an offence;
e) has not reached the age of 65;
f) has an impeccable reputation;
g) over the last 5 years, has no negative entries in the professional integrity record.

The Director ceases their duties upon expiry of the mandate, in the event of resignation or death. Legal safeguards and obligations ensure the transparency and professionalism of the office.

Main duties

represents the Institute in relations within the country and abroad;
ensures the organizational activity of the Council;
appoints the trainers approved by the Council;
issues enrollment and expulsion orders;
ensures the fulfillment of training plans;
implements the financial management system;
drafts the Institute's budget proposal;
presents the annual activity report;
manages the administrative and auxiliary staff;
concludes cooperation agreements with similar institutions;