Structure & Hierarchy

CADET RANKS & APPOINTMENTS

Rank Hierarchy

Cadet Ranks

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Level 1
PVT
Private
Responsibilities

Shall be the chairmanand preside over the Supreme Council (SC) and the command council meetings

LCPL
Level 2
LCPL
Lance Corporal
CPL
Level 3
CPL
Corporal
SGT
Level 4
SGT
Sergeant
SSG
Level 5
SSG
Staff Sergeant
WO
Level 6
WO
Warrant Officer
MWO
Level 7
MWO
Master Warrant Officer
2LT
Level 8
2LT
Second Lieutenant
LT
Level 9
LT
Lieutenant
CAPT
Level 10
CAPT
Captain
MAJ
Level 11
MAJ
Major
Leadership Positions

Appointments

Appointments are defined leadership roles within the company assigned to qualified cadets.

Appointment
CO
COMMANDING OFFICER

Shall be the chair man and preside over the Supreme Council (SC) and the command council meetings

Minimum Rank RequiredMAJ — Major
Holds Veto Power
Responsibilities

Shall be the chair man and preside over the Supreme Council (SC) and the command council meetings

Requirements

Shall be the chairmanand preside over the Supreme Council (SC) and the command council meetings

Appointment
2IC
SECOND IN COMMAND

Assists the Commanding Officer in leadership and decision-making. Takes charge in the CO's absence.

Minimum Rank RequiredCAPT — Captain
Responsibilities

Assign recruits to platoons; Draw up and supervise all training programs; Responsible for total discipline in the coy; Overall Parade Commander at big events; Chief administrative officer of the coy.

Requirements

Shall be a Cadet Captain; Shall be a finalist of a course in Higher Institution.

Appointment
AG
ADJUTANT GENERAL

Provides administrative support and coordination. Manages records, reports and correspondence.

Minimum Rank RequiredLT — Lieutenant
Responsibilities

Secretary to the coy; Signatory to the coy account; Deputy Chief of Administration behind the Supreme Council; Carry the national color at events; Take attendance of officers at parade.

Requirements

Shall be a Cadet Lieutenant; Shall be a finalist of a course in Higher Institution.

Appointment
IO
INTELLIGENCE OFFICER

Gathers, analyzes and disseminates intelligence. Supports operational planning and decision-making.

Minimum Rank RequiredLT — Lieutenant
Responsibilities

Responsible to the Supreme Council for happenings within the Coy and school community; Chief investigation officer; Investigate any case and coordinate the special squad committee; Carry the national color in the absence of the Adjutant General.

Requirements

Shall be a Cadet Lieutenant; Shall be a finalist or semi-finalist of a course in Higher Institution.

Appointment
CTO
CHIEF TRAINING OFFICER

Develops and implements training programs. Oversees training activities and exercises.

Minimum Rank RequiredLT — Lieutenant
Responsibilities

Develops and implements training programs; Oversees training activities and exercises; Ensures cadets receive comprehensive training.

Requirements

Shall hold at minimum the rank of Cadet Lieutenant.

Appointment
FO
FINANCIAL OFFICER

Manages finances, budgeting and accounting. Ensures compliance with financial regulations.

Minimum Rank RequiredLT — Lieutenant
Responsibilities

Head of financial matters; Signatory to the coy account; Make all authorized expenditures as appointed by the Supreme or Command Council; Ensure all monies received are deposited into the Coy account within 48 hours; Prepare a balanced sheet of income and expenditure at end of term.

Requirements

Shall be a Cadet Lieutenant; Shall be a finalist or semi-finalist of a course in Higher Institution.

Appointment
DO
DIRECTOR OF OPERATION

Plans and coordinates operational activities. Oversees tactical operations and exercises.

Minimum Rank RequiredLT — Lieutenant
Responsibilities

Plans and coordinates operational activities; Oversees tactical operations and exercises; Ensures effective use of resources.

Requirements

Shall hold at minimum the rank of Cadet Lieutenant.

Appointment
PC
PARADE COMMANDANT

Leads and commands parades, drills and ceremonies. Ensures discipline and precision during parades.

Minimum Rank RequiredLT — Lieutenant
Responsibilities

Leads and commands parades, drills and ceremonies; Ensures discipline and precision during parades; Oversees parade organization and logistics.

Requirements

Shall hold at minimum the rank of Cadet Lieutenant.

Appointment
MO
MEDICAL OFFICER

Provides medical care and support to cadets. Conducts medical assessments and screenings.

Minimum Rank Required2LT — Second Lieutenant
Responsibilities

Head the Medical Committee; Responsible for the state of health of officers and men; Equipping of First Aid; Ensure health and safety protocols are followed.

Requirements

Shall be a Cadet Second Lieutenant; Shall be a Year 3 student of 4-year course or 400 level student of 5-year course during his regime.

Appointment
PM
PROVOST MARSHAL

Maintains law and order within the unit. Oversees discipline and investigations.

Minimum Rank Required2LT — Second Lieutenant
Responsibilities

Maintains law and order within the unit; Oversees discipline and investigations; Ensures adherence to regulations and codes of conduct.

Requirements

Shall hold at minimum the rank of Cadet Second Lieutenant.

Appointment
RSM
REGIMENTAL SERGEANT MAJOR

Maintains discipline and order within the unit. Highest cadre of other ranks.

Minimum Rank RequiredMWO — Master Warrant Officer
Responsibilities

Head and control the other ranks section on parade and submit same to the parade commanders; Act as intermediary between officers and other ranks; Responsible to the Supreme Council for operations; Take directives from the No. 1 Platoon Commander.

Requirements

Shall be a Cadet Master Warrant Officer; Shall be a lower level student of unspecified course year.

Appointment
PRO
PUBLIC RELATION OFFICER

Manages external communications and media relations. Promotes the unit image and reputation.

Minimum Rank RequiredSSG — Staff Sergeant
Responsibilities

Head the Press and Publicity Committee; See to publications of the Coy within and outside the school; Take directives from the Adjutant; Responsible to the Command Council.

Requirements

Shall be a Cadet Second Lieutenant; Shall be a Year 3 student of 4-year course or 400 level student of 5-year course during his regime.

Appointment
QM
QUARTER MASTER

Manages supplies, equipment and logistics. Ensures cadets have the necessary resources.

Minimum Rank RequiredSGT — Sergeant
Responsibilities

Responsible for all Coy property and its safety; Responsible to the Supreme Council; Head the base and uniform committee.

Requirements

Shall be a Cadet Second Lieutenant; Shall be a Year 3 student of 4-year course or 400 level student of 5-year course during his regime.

Appointment
WEL
WELFARE OFFICER

Supports cadets welfare, morale and well-being. Addresses cadets concerns and issues.

Minimum Rank RequiredSGT — Sergeant
Responsibilities

Support cadets welfare, morale and well-being; Address cadets concerns and issues; Provide guidance and counseling.

Requirements

Shall hold at minimum the rank of Cadet Second Lieutenant.

Appointment
RP
REGIMENTAL PROVOST

Assists the Provost Marshal in maintaining discipline. Conducts investigations and enforces regulations.

Minimum Rank RequiredSGT — Sergeant
Responsibilities

Assists the Provost Marshal in maintaining discipline; Conducts investigations and enforces regulations; Supports unit discipline and order.

Requirements

Shall hold at minimum the rank of Cadet Warrant Officer.