Superintendence
(noun)
The act of overseeing or managing; the state of being in charge or responsible for something.
Origin:
Late 16th century from latin superintendere (to overlook, watch over), from super- 'over' + intendere 'stretch, direct.
Examples:
- The new manager was put in charge of the superintendence of the project.
- The school's superintendence is under the jurisdiction of the state department of education.
- The superintendence of the construction site was given to the experienced foreman.
- The company's board of directors was responsible for the superintendence of the entire organization.
- The government's superintendence of the industry was criticized for being too lax.