{
  "id": 11498847,
  "title": "Office of the Executive Secretariat",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/02/office-of-the-executive-secretariat",
  "topic": "science",
  "section": "Science",
  "published": "2026-10-02T17:46:10.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "NASA Science",
    "slug": "nasa-science",
    "url": "https://www.nasa.gov/oes/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Office of the Executive Secretariat (OES) is a crucial component of NASA's governance system. It ensures that decisions made by the Administrator are well-informed and properly documented. The OES is responsible for managing the Agency's records and commitments to external stakeholders, effectively implementing NASA's governance system.\n\nOne of the OES's key functions is coordinating the creation and dissemination of policies, requirements, and regulations. It also manages clearance packages and correspondence related to the Administrator's oversight.\n\nIn addition to these administrative duties, the OES serves as the primary contact for Federal advisory committees and panels. It provides essential management oversight and operational support to these groups, ensuring they comply with all relevant requirements. The OES serves as an intermediary, facilitating communication between these committees and the broader NASA organization.",
  "summary": "Organization The OES is organized into five portfolios. A matrix approach within the Office allows for provision of strategic governance and decision management for the Agency. Office personnel are located at NASA Headquarters in Washington, DC. Director and Advisory Committee Management Officer:Jamie Krauk Deputy Director and Executive Secretariat: Natalie Massey Portfolios: Advisory Committees…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}