The Ministry of Finance (MoF) derives its mandate from Part X of the Constitution of Zambia. It is also guided by statutory and portfolio functions as stipulated in the Government Gazette Notice No. 183 of 23rd March, 2012. The Ministry is charged with economic, national development planning and budgeting, and financial management responsibilities. The Ministry is headed by a Minister assisted by a Deputy Minister. The administrative and technical team is headed by the Secretary to the Treasury assisted by two Permanent Secretaries, namely Permanent Secretary – EMF (Economic Management and Finance) and Permanent Secretary –B (Budget)