Job Title: Executive Director
Organisation: Uganda Tourism Board (UTB)
Location: Kampala, Uganda
Deadline: 9th December 2013
Reports to: Board of Directors
About UTB:
The Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) is a statutory organization established by the Tourism Act, 2008. The objectives of UTB are to promote and contribute to the development of the tourism sector both within and outside Uganda; to coordinate with the Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities and the private sector in the implementation of the national tourism policy and to such activities as are incidental or conducive to the attainment of the above objectives.
Job Summary:
The Executive Director will formulate and implement strategic goals and objectives of the organization, provide technical support to the board to fulfill its governance function and provide leadership to achieve the organization’s vision and mission.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Responsible for providing strategic leadership, harnessing of opportunities, further growth and development of the organization and in charge of the overall operations
Provides technical and logistical support to the Board to enable it carry-out its functions
Provides leadership on policy matters, strategy development, resource mobilization, strategic partnership development, and an advocate on all key issues pertaining to the development of the tourism sector and the advancement of the objectives of UTB.
Responsible for overseeing the effective implementation of organization policies, procedures and systems.
Constantly reviews the organizations systems steering them to uphold organizational effectiveness and efficiency
Responsible for directing and motivating a strong and highly technical team towards the attainment of the organization’s goals and objectives.
Responsible for internal audit, public relations, crisis management and legal affairs
Key Performance Indicators:
Providing leadership by charting corporate direction, identifying and removing bottlenecks in fine with the Tourism Act, Mandate, Vision and Mission and create value for all stakeholders
Supervising the performance on the respective functions of departments and units to achieve corporate operating plans
Scanning, networking, and linking businesses to achieve objectives as set out in corporate plan
Supervising corporate resources in accordance with corporate plans, rules and regulations.
Monitoring the attainment of targets, sustainable growth, quality improvements and efficiency as projected in the approved business plan
Reviewing and recommending corporate policy changes to the Board of Directors from time to time in order to kep them aligned with environmental changes.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The candidate should possess a bachelor’s degree in any field relevant to tourism promotion. A relevant post graduate qualification is an added advantage
At least three years of experience as a Chief Executive Officer and/ or 6 years in an executive role managing diverse teams and portfolios in a reputable organization.
Excellent track record of performance at a high level management position
Good track record in turning around organization image and performance into a competitive and vibrant institution able to command the respect of stakeholders through innovation, change management and systems building.
Experience in handling board governance
Possess strong negotiation skills, excellent communication and presentation skills and experience in resource mobilization, lobbying and advocacy at national, regional and international level
Experience in Tourism Management, Planning, Marketing and Promotion and related field will be an added advantage.
Good understanding of Public Sector will be an added advantage
Proficiency in IT skills
Salary and Benefits: The salaries and benefits to all these key posts are attractive
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested mature applicants who meet the above requirements should submit their applications with curriculum vitae and include names and contacts of 3 credible referees, copies of relevant academic and professional qualifications.
Applicants should ensure that their contacts (Phone and Email) are indicated in the cover Letter and CV.
All applications addressed to the Chairman Uganda Tourism Board, P. O. Box, 7211 Kampala, Uganda, by email to both these two email addresses; utbrecruitment@gmail.com and ismailseka@yahoo.com
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