The Senior Adviser works under the leadership of and reports to the Director General of the Secretariat. The Senior Adviser is responsible for providing secretarial, technical, and analytical support and advice to the CBSS in issues related to Priority Area Regional Identity which presently includes collaboration on youth, higher education and culture. Responsibilities also include initiating projects including preparation and implementation. The Senior Adviser serves as liaison between the CBSS and relevant stakeholders and networks working alongside the work of the CBSS and Priority Area Regional Identity.