[Grammar] ‘have responsibility’ VS ‘have a responsibility’

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Should I use the article ‘a’ in the sentence?
Mr. Lee has ? responsibility for coordinating childcare.
 
No, but the natural way to phrase that is Mr. Lee is responsible for coordinating childcare.
 
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