In each diocese the diocesan bishop must appoint a vicar general who is provided with ordinary power according to the norm of the following canons and who is to assist him in the governance of the whole diocese. - Code of Canon Law
Moderator of the Curia The Moderator of the Curia, under the authority of the Bishop, oversees the curia offices and assists the Bishop in coordinating the activity of the members of the curia in accord with the prescripts of canon 473 §2 of the Code of Canon Law.
The Moderator of the Curia is responsible for the pastoral programs of the Diocese and works closely with the Diocesan Chancellor to insure that the administrative functions of the local Church are carried out in accord with prescribed norms and in a manner consistent with the Church's mission and the Bishop's vision.