DRIC is obliged to play a key role in providing information on the contextual environment to ensure the operationalization of the Research Policy. For the Research Policy to be binding on faculty in the University, DRIC will collaborate with Provosts and other relevant Sections/Boards/Committees of the University such as the Directorate of Academic Planning and Quality Assurance (DAPQA), Appointments and Promotions Boards and the Directorate of Finance. 

DRIC through the Vice-Chancellor’s office has the responsibility to provide institutional-level support for research, within the framework of the relevant University policies and regulations.