Country Director - British Council Namibia
The British Council Namibia is looking for a qualified individual to fill the post of a 'Country Director' based in Windhoek.
The main aims of the post are to:
-Represent the British Council in Namibia.
-Support delivery of the Country Delivery Plan in line with corporate, regional and country plan objectives.
-Lead the country team and contribute as a member of the regional Leadership Team.
The postholder will deliver large scale and local cultural relations projects in line with regional performance targets and country priorities; plan and agree country strategy and financial plans in line with corporate and regional strategy; maintain and promote good relationships and effective communication between the Council and Namibia/UK stakeholders in order to ensure effective delivery of existing projects and develop new opportunities; manage facilities and resources to corporate standards (e.g. financial controls, health and safety, business continuity, security, customer care, equal opportunities and diversity); and ensure effective human resources management (including performance management, staff development, pay and employment relations, training).
There will be unique opportunities for the successful candidate to engage in international cultural and educational relations, with possibilities for their own professional development and occasional travel. You will join a modern, rapidly changing organisation with worldwide influence and impact. The British Council aims to provide employees with scope for versatility, initiative and creativity in a stimulating and supportive environment.
The post will be line-managed by the Director of British Council South Africa. The post will be subject to a three month probation period, extendable to six months.
Hours: 37.5 hours per week.
Terms: Full time.
Job description: Download the full job description
Applicants
The ideal candidate for this post will:
-Hold a degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant subject, e.g. English language teaching, Education, Marketing, International Relations.
-Have a track record of relevant achievement. This might comprise several years successful work experience managing an international NGO, cultural organisation or development organisation.
-Be a high achiever who is able to build relationships with partners and clients.
-Be experienced in leading and developing others, working strategically, able to think analytically and build an effective team. Flexibility and customer service orientation are a pre-requisite.
-Have proven competence in planning, monitoring and forecasting budgets, managing expenditure to target and taking accountability for managing financial risk.
-Have knowledge and experience of relevant IT applications (Word, Excel, internet applications).
A high level of personal organisation and integrity are essential.
Applicants must be citizens of Namibia or, if non-citizens, have the right to work in Namibia. If the latter, evidence of the right to work must be submitted with the application.
Remuneration Package:
-Salary on the scale N$17,800 (minimum) to N$29,000 (maximum) per month, depending on qualifications and experience.
-67% company contribution to an agreed Medical aid scheme. 10% company contribution to Pension.
-13th month salary payable annually in December.
How to apply
Application procedures are standardised to facilitate fairness in selection.
Read through the job description document. Download and complete the application form. To help you understand and complete the application form, read through the ‘How to complete the application’ and ‘Guidance for applicants’ documents to the left of this page. Listed within the job description document, you will find a number of listed ‘competencies’. Evidence against those competencies will need to be provided in your application form under the ‘Evidence in support of your application’ area. To help you understand the competencies, we have provided a 'Behavioural Competency' and 'Generic Skills' dictionary to the left of this page. Applications which do not provide evidence of the required competencies, will not be considered.
Please read all the documents carefully before you fill in the job application form. Telephone applications or enquiries will not be considered.
Completed applications should be sent via email to: ronnie.micallef@britishcouncil.org by 12pm on Wednesday 02 March 2011.
Interviews will be held in the week of 22 March 2011. The anticipated start date is 26 April 2011 or sooner.
Applications received after the deadline will not be considered. Only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted. We do not accept CV's, handwritten applications or expressions of interest.
The main aims of the post are to:
-Represent the British Council in Namibia.
-Support delivery of the Country Delivery Plan in line with corporate, regional and country plan objectives.
-Lead the country team and contribute as a member of the regional Leadership Team.
The postholder will deliver large scale and local cultural relations projects in line with regional performance targets and country priorities; plan and agree country strategy and financial plans in line with corporate and regional strategy; maintain and promote good relationships and effective communication between the Council and Namibia/UK stakeholders in order to ensure effective delivery of existing projects and develop new opportunities; manage facilities and resources to corporate standards (e.g. financial controls, health and safety, business continuity, security, customer care, equal opportunities and diversity); and ensure effective human resources management (including performance management, staff development, pay and employment relations, training).
There will be unique opportunities for the successful candidate to engage in international cultural and educational relations, with possibilities for their own professional development and occasional travel. You will join a modern, rapidly changing organisation with worldwide influence and impact. The British Council aims to provide employees with scope for versatility, initiative and creativity in a stimulating and supportive environment.
The post will be line-managed by the Director of British Council South Africa. The post will be subject to a three month probation period, extendable to six months.
Hours: 37.5 hours per week.
Terms: Full time.
Job description: Download the full job description
Applicants
The ideal candidate for this post will:
-Hold a degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant subject, e.g. English language teaching, Education, Marketing, International Relations.
-Have a track record of relevant achievement. This might comprise several years successful work experience managing an international NGO, cultural organisation or development organisation.
-Be a high achiever who is able to build relationships with partners and clients.
-Be experienced in leading and developing others, working strategically, able to think analytically and build an effective team. Flexibility and customer service orientation are a pre-requisite.
-Have proven competence in planning, monitoring and forecasting budgets, managing expenditure to target and taking accountability for managing financial risk.
-Have knowledge and experience of relevant IT applications (Word, Excel, internet applications).
A high level of personal organisation and integrity are essential.
Applicants must be citizens of Namibia or, if non-citizens, have the right to work in Namibia. If the latter, evidence of the right to work must be submitted with the application.
Remuneration Package:
-Salary on the scale N$17,800 (minimum) to N$29,000 (maximum) per month, depending on qualifications and experience.
-67% company contribution to an agreed Medical aid scheme. 10% company contribution to Pension.
-13th month salary payable annually in December.
How to apply
Application procedures are standardised to facilitate fairness in selection.
Read through the job description document. Download and complete the application form. To help you understand and complete the application form, read through the ‘How to complete the application’ and ‘Guidance for applicants’ documents to the left of this page. Listed within the job description document, you will find a number of listed ‘competencies’. Evidence against those competencies will need to be provided in your application form under the ‘Evidence in support of your application’ area. To help you understand the competencies, we have provided a 'Behavioural Competency' and 'Generic Skills' dictionary to the left of this page. Applications which do not provide evidence of the required competencies, will not be considered.
Please read all the documents carefully before you fill in the job application form. Telephone applications or enquiries will not be considered.
Completed applications should be sent via email to: ronnie.micallef@britishcouncil.org by 12pm on Wednesday 02 March 2011.
Interviews will be held in the week of 22 March 2011. The anticipated start date is 26 April 2011 or sooner.
Applications received after the deadline will not be considered. Only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted. We do not accept CV's, handwritten applications or expressions of interest.
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