SPU provides support to the DOST Management in the stewardship of DOST-GIA and handles both the internal and external clients in performing the following tasks:

1. Preliminary/initial evaluation of proposals
   
   
2. Processing required documents to facilitate release of funds to approved programs/projects
   
   
3. Addressing day-to-day concerns and problems pertinent to implementation of grants
   
   
   • Change in project implementation date, extension, additional funding, continuing assistance
     
     
   • Budget reprogramming or realignment and creation of new expense items
     
     
4. Technical and financial monitoring of ongoing and completed programs/projects according to set guidelines/policies
   
   
   • Technical- Monitoring of project implementation by field visits, project assessment activities and ensure timely submission of technical accomplishment and terminal reports.
     
     
   • Financial- Ensuring that project funds are used according to the project conditions and monitoring of timely submission of financial reports.
     
     
5. Monitoring the status of equipment purchased out of GIA
   
   
6. Assisting DOST in the formulation, evaluation and implementation of policies/guidelines relevant to the management and administration of GIA funds.
   
   
7. Serve as secretariat to DOST-GIA EXECOM meetings
   
   
8. Coordinating/liaising with officials and staff of DOST agencies, other government institutions, academe and the private sector on matters pertinent to DOST-GIA.
   
   
9. Maintaining DOST-GIA database to enhance access of clients to efficient assistance.
   
   

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