The Code proposes that the mid-level election administration, which in most cases is at the district level (district electoral councils, DECs), become a permanent institution by making the chairpersons appointed by the CEC employed on a permanent basis, with the guarantees provided to civil servants (Law 158/2008). This welcome change is expected to positively impact daily work, such as maintenance of the voter register and supervision of political party financing. However, given the importance of the permanently appointed chairpersons, thedraft Code does not include how the CEC's selection and appointment of DEC chairpersons will be carried out, what transparency measures for the recruitment will be in place, nor measures to ensure the impartiality of their work, to be free from political pressure and influence. In addition, the draft Code does not limit the period for which the DEC chairpersons are appointed; rather, it introduces them as career positions. Given that the DECs have significant competencies, it is advisable to consider clarifying the procedures for appointing the DEC chairpersons and terms of office.