Job Description

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities:
The successful candidate shall manage all commercial, business development and operational matters relating to labour supply.

• Responsible for the managing of all operations within the country on behalf of the Company
• Responsible for comprehensive market sizing, development and execution of annual plans to capture and increase our client base and profit
• Develop an operational plan which incorporates goals and objectives that work towards the strategic direction of the organization
• Ensure that the operation of the organisation meets the expectations of its clients, staff and the Board.
• Oversee the efficient and effective day-to-day operation of the organization
• Draft policies for the approval of the Board and prepare procedures to implement the organizational policies; review existing policies on an annual basis and recommend changes to the Board as appropriate
• Ensure that personnel and client files are securely stored and privacy/confidentiality is maintained
• Provide support to the Board by preparing meeting agenda and supporting materials
• Approve expenditures within the authority delegated by the Board
• Ensure that sound bookkeeping and accounting procedures are followed
• Develop client database to build and win potential business for the Company
• Work with staff and the Board (Finance Committee) to prepare a comprehensive budget
• Participate with the Board of Directors in developing a vision and strategic plan to guide the organisation
• Identify, assess, and inform the Board of Directors of internal and external issues that affect the organisation
• Act as a professional advisor to the Board of Director on all aspects of the organisation's activities
• Foster effective team work between the Board and staff
• In addition to the Chair of the Board, act as a spokesperson for the organisation
• Conduct official correspondence on behalf of the Board as appropriate and jointly with the Board when appropriate
• Represent the organisation at public activities to enhance the organization's community profile

Required Skills or Experience

The successful candidate must have;

• A good first degree and a relevant Master's degree from a reputable university
• A Relevant professional qualification will be an added advantage but not required
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in managing people
• Experience in labour related issues
• Experience in collective bargaining     
• An understanding of the Maritime industry will be a plus