Director - Commonwealth Foundation

Location: London, UK
Closing Date: 7 Dec 2011

General Information

The Commonwealth Foundation is an intergovernmental body that seeks to strengthen civil society across the Commonwealth so that it can promote democracy, advance sustainable development and foster intercultural understanding. After a period of re-organisation and ahead of a re-launch in 2012, the Foundation is looking for a new Director to lead and develop this important Commonwealth institution during a pivotal period in its history.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Chair and Board of Governors, the Director will lead a diverse team of around 20 staff and be responsible for all Foundation grants, programmes and activities. This is an exciting opportunity to help build better links between civil society and member governments.

The successful candidate will need to have experience of working at a senior level in an international context, and be a strategic leader with excellent financial management skills.

Applications are encouraged from all Commonwealth country nationals. The basic salary for the post will be £82,222 per annum, subject to an internal tax system which is equivalent to UK PAYE. An additional 15 % tax free gratuity will be paid at the end of the contract period, and there is an excellent holiday allowance of 30 days (plus 8 UK Public holidays and 4 privilege holidays). Non-UK citizens will also be entitled to further allowances including re-location costs.

The role is based in London at Marlborough House, the prestigious royal residence, in the heart of the Commonwealth family of organisations. This role is currently offered on a 3 year contract (with 1 renewal), though this is being reviewed and will be open to negotiation.

Application Process

Full role details can be found on:
http://www.commonwealthfoundation.com/Aboutus/Workingforus/Currentvacancies/Director

In this respect applicants should complete the Commonwealth Foundation’s application form and return via email to: cf-recruitment@commonwealth.int

Please refer to the Job Description for more information on the role. We are unable to accept CVs.

The closing date for receipt of application forms is: 12 noon (GMT) on Wednesday 7 December 2011.

Interviews are scheduled to take place over two days on Monday 16 & Tuesday 17 January 2012 in London. Candidates will be notified prior to Christmas if they have been selected for interview. Expected start date is no later than July 2012.

If you have any queries please contact Diane Smith, HR Manager on +44 (0)207 747 6568.

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