Chief Executive Officer

Job Description : CEO JAMAICA FOR TELECOM Provide strong governance, financial and programmatic management in designing, implementing and monitoring the Foundation’s programmes including standards of accountability, transparency and performance. Coordinate necessary research to guide programme design and proposal development. Oversee the maintenance of an organizational Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) framework aimed at measuring impact based on long- and short-term goals. Engage with external stakeholders to shape the public policy agenda and decision-making process. Manage the Foundation’s budget to ensure that funds are disbursed according to procedure and allocated to reflect present priorities and future potential. Lead the development of new funding partnerships. Support the development of the Foundation’s brand, including its history, culture, reputation and image through both digital and traditional mediums. Leverage goodwill of partners Oversee recruitment of Foundation staff and provide team members with guidance and mentorship. Increase efficiencies and consistency throughout the organisation by developing and implementing standardized programs, services and program office marketing. Ensure the Foundation Board is maintained updated on all key matters in a timely matter through monthly meetings and other necessary communications. Work closely with Jamaica CEO to align targets and objectives with the social responsibility of the Jamaica Market. Academic qualifications and experience required: Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree, ideally with an MBA (Master of Business Administration), MPA (Master of Public Administration) qualification in International Development, Sociology, Business Management or related advanced degree. At least 20+ years of overall professional experience. Significant project management, board development, fundraising, marketing/branding and fiscal management experience required. Experience of a nonprofit at the management/Board level is an asset. A financially savvy and politically astute leader with the ability to set clear priorities, delegate and guide investment in people and systems. Prior nonprofit experience, specifically in the management of a global or multisite organisation preferred. Successful track record of recruiting and retaining a diverse team. Functional skills: Demonstrated project management skills, including organizational, research, budget, logistics, procurement and broader project management skills. Excellent Partnership Building Skills. Persuasive Negotiator. Proactive self-starter. Ability to prioritize work to meet deadlines and exacting requirements and to take initiative to anticipate and solve problems. Ability to maintain relationships effectively with people from various backgrounds, cultures and organisations. Good writing and analytical skills, with demonstrated experience in the preparation of official documents and working knowledge of monitoring and evaluation processes. Understanding of development issues in developing countries, preferably in the Caribbean region and/or Jamaica specifically. Experience working with international development agencies, NGOs and CBOs or private sector foundations will be an asset.

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