Applications are invited from interested and suitably qualified nationals of Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Member States and Associate Members of the Caribbean Community to fill the position of Executive Director at CARICAD with assigned duty station in Barbados. 

1.    Organizational Background
The Caribbean Centre for Development Administration (CARICAD) is an organisation established by CARICOM to promote, strengthen and upgrade the managerial and system capabilities of Public Sector entities within CARICOM Member states. The Centre executes its mandate by undertaking technical assistance assignments and projects for client governments and public sector organisations. The Centre’s main focus is the development of a modern, efficient and high performing public sector. 

2.    Job Purpose 
The purpose of the position is to ensure the achievement of the goals and objectives of the Centre by providing effective strategic leadership and management of the resources and continuously enhancing the reputation of the Centre. 

3.    Duties and Responsibilities 
This position is responsible for leading and directing the administrative and technical operations of the Caribbean Centre for Development Administration (CARICAD) in facilitating the transformation of public sector organisations in the Region. This position also involves directing the mobilisation and use of resources from International Development and Funding Partners required for the attainment of the objectives of CARICAD. 

Under the direction of the Board of Directors of CARICAD, the Executive Director will be required to: 

• Lead the process for charting a long term strategic direction for the Centre. 
• Proactively identify the emerging and long term needs of the member states and public sector entities and ensure that the Centre has the capability to respond in an appropriate manner to these emerging needs. 
• Direct the use of the Centre’s financial resources to ensure sound and effective management of the funds and assets of the Centre, including Donor’s funds for special projects, and Board approved budgets. 
• Control the expenditure of the funds of the Centre within the approved estimates. 
• Provide managerial oversight to the internal systems, work processes and procedures to ensure that the Centre is compliant with acceptable professional, ethical and regulatory standards. 
• Build and maintain mutually beneficial relationships with key stakeholders such as Government officials and leaders of Public Sector entities, Private Sector entities and Partner organisations. 
• Leverage resources from donor partners to further the work of the Centre to support the implementation of special projects and initiatives. 
• Represent the Centre at regional and international meetings and on Commissions or Committees of the Caribbean Community as may be agreed on with the Community. 
• Plan, organise, direct and control the operational and project activities of the Centre as they relate to its mandate and manage the activities of staff and consultants engaged in the process. 
• Lead the process of strengthening the talent pool of the Centre to ensure a cadre of professionally competent and motivated team members that is capable of responding to the demands of the member states. 
• Work with member states to assist in the development and implementation of programmes aligned with the Pillars and Core Principles espoused in the Caribbean Public Service Charter. 
• Design and implement a business planning strategy for programme expansion into new income-generating areas. 
• Represent the Centre at meetings, conferences and training sessions, as appropriate, to enhance knowledge and skills and to facilitate effective partnerships and strategic initiatives. 
• Any other duties as may be authorised by the Board of Directors. 

4.    Qualifications and Experience 
The successful candidate is expected to have: 

• At least a Masters degree in Public Sector Management, Social Sciences, Public Administration or a related discipline. 
• A distinguished management and performance record with at least 10 years experience in a senior management or leadership position in the Public Sector; track record of effectively leading an organisation; experience in interacting with national, regional and international institutions and organisations including donor agencies; and the ability to point to specific examples of having developed and operationalized strategies that have contributed to the success of an organisation. 

5.    Competencies

• Strong leadership qualities including strategic, logical and critical thinking, problem-solving and team building skills. 
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to successfully manage complex and sensitive relationships at high levels within the governments of member states. 
• A high level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results-orientation. 
• Ability to create and foster a positive and motivating work environment which encourages teamwork, critical thinking and feedback that improves the quality of work, productivity and inter-personal relationships. 

6.    Emoluments and Benefits 
Negotiable.

 
7.    Engagement Period 
Appointment will be on contract for three (3) years. 

8.    Applications 
Applications in English Language with full curriculum vitae details, including contact information (as well as email addresses) of two references (who are familiar with the applicant’s work), and other relevant information, should be addressed to: 

Also send by email to caricad@publicservice.gov.lc 

The deadline for the submission of applications is March 4, 2016.