The Standards Council of the Bureau of Standards Jamaica invites applications from suitably qualified persons for the position of Executive Director.

The incumbent will be required to:

• Assume responsibilities for the direction and management of the BSJ

• Provide exemplary leadership and control for the operations of the organization in a culture of quality, innovation and accountability

• Formulate policies, as a member of the Standards Council, for directing the activities of the organization

• Develop major objectives, identify key result areas, plan strategies, and organize for the effective and harmonious management of the organization

• Be sensitive to the needs and ensure the necessary resources are in place for the organization’s growth and accomplishment

• Implement strategies to attract and retain competent staff and establish the BSJ nationally, regionally and internationally as a world class standards organization

• Appraise performance and provide opportunity for employee’s growth and productivity

• Establish the organization as a major contributor to the economic growth of Jamaica

• Provide the government, public and private sector administrators with standards-related technology and advice for economic performance

• Facilitate the development of required national standards to promote trade, safeguard the health and safety of consumers and be an active partner in the international standards development process

Education

• Postgraduate Degree in Applied or Natural Science from an accredited university

• A PhD in scientific discipline would be a distinct asset

• Training in Finance and General Management

Competencies Required

• Excellent oral and written communication; leadership; interpersonal, motivational, problem solving, and organizational skills

• Ability to effectively lead a team of highly technical professionals

• Superior critical and analytical thinking

Experience

• Minimum of seven years' experience in a senior role in the successful management of a scientific or technical institution of a comparable size, or comparable experience

• Proven experience in resource management, investment and budgetary control, nance management and project management

• Proven experience of engendering a culture of engagement, collaboration and team work

• Conversant with systems of Standardization, Metrology and Conformity Assessment

• Working knowledge of Industrial Relations, Accreditation and Quality Systems

Applications should be sent to the attention of

Mr. James Rawle, Chairman, Standards Council

Bureau of Standards Jamaica

6 Winchester Road

Kingston 10

or to email address ssmikle@bsj.org.jm

no later than 2018 September 19

We appreciate all applications, however only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.