CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Government of Montserrat (GoM), Caribbean 3 Years FTC commencing 2017 The Government of Montserrat (GoM) is seeking to recruit a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to oversee and manage the Montserrat Economic Transformation Programme (METP), within the Office of the Premier. This position will be responsible for driving the implementation of key components of Montserrat s economic development and growth policies and strategies. In particular, work will focus on Montserrat s Economic Management Policy Priority 1.1: To change the development focus from postvolcano mode to developing and implementing plans focused on sustainable self-sufficiency. Building a sustainable economy is a critical element in Montserrat s transition. Senior and robust leadership, coordination and direction is required to catalyse Montserrat s transformation to sustainable economic selfsufficiency from the current circumstances of slow economic growth and 60% budget dependency on DFID-managed UK development aid. The CEO will play a leadership role in: developing key transformation-related policies; designing the approach, organizational structures and mechanisms for transformation; ensuring appropriate resources and structures are in place; leading the coordination and communication of key economic activities and policies across GoM; leading in establishing and strengthening relationships with local, regional and international investors and funders, and the diaspora,
in this regard, and; ensuring progress is evidence-based, measured and transparent. In this leadership role, the CEO will establish and oversee the MTEP, which will bring together key GoM functions that are critical for economic transformation, including: Tourism, Access, Regional and Diaspora Affairs and Small Business/Private Sector and Investment. METP will also have a capacity for monitoring and evaluating economic initiatives, and related analysis and policy formulation. To support this drive towards economic transformation, the GoM has already recruited a Chief Economist, established a Programme Management Unit and begun the development of an Economic Growth Strategy (EGS). The EGS will become the driving strategy for the METP. SCOPE OF WORK AND DELIVERABLES The role is that of a senior strategic leader who reports directly to the Premier. The CEO will have over-arching oversight and co-ordination of transformational components of the GoM s Economic Growth Strategy. The main responsibilities of the CEO are: i) strategic overview and direction of the GoM s major economic transformational strategies, polices, and implementation; ii) implementation of decisions that are approved by the relevant authorities; iii) coordination and communication of transformational initiatives and linked activities across GoM, and with relevant statutory bodies; iv) leadership and management of the METP; v) ensuring knowledge sharing, promotion, consultation, data collection and use, monitoring and evaluation of initiatives related to the MTP.
The tasks of the CEO shall include: a. Acting as the Accounting Officer for the programmes that fall under the METP, and so complying with the Public Financial Management Rules and taking direction in that regard from the Financial Secretary; b. Leading and acting as primary contact leader for all components relating to Montserrat s economic transformation agenda; c. In cooperation with others, finalizing activities related to the implementation of the Cabinet directive regarding the Functional Review of the Office of the Premier, including working closely with the Permanent Secretary in the Office of the Premier ensure that the Office of Premier operates efficiently under the new arrangements; d. Developing with the Premier and other Ministers Montserrat s agenda, approach and mechanisms for economic transformation; e. Drafting a detailed economic transformation strategic plan linking to the proposed EGS; f. Promoting Montserrat to foreign direct investors and enhancing local investment; g. Renewing and revitalising partnerships with funders (such as DFID, EU, etc) and investors, and seeking new partnerships; h. Ensuring the establishment and sustainability of an enabling investment environment, and promoting Montserrat as a viable and attractive place to do business; i. Liaising with, promoting and raising awareness of the METP with entities within and outside Montserrat and with the Office of the Premier and the Montserrat U.K. Office; j. Developing and directing the GoM economic transformation communication strategy, including advising the Premier concerning economic transformation communications and messaging, and working closely with the Financial Secretary to coordinate and align financial and economic messaging;
k. Providing clear on-going communication to the Public Service, Private Sector and other stakeholders both within and outside Montserrat on METP activities in implementing GoM s economic transformation agenda; l. Continuous and ongoing communication and relationship-building with external entities such as the OECS, CARICOM, CDB, ECCB, World Bank and the IMF. m. Supervising the economic transformative agenda progress; briefing the Premier, the Cabinet, the Governor and all other entities within and outside Montserrat; n. Implementing, monitoring and reporting activities and clear and measurable deliverables for the METP. CANDIDATES EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS Required: Post graduate degree or higher within the field of Economics and/or Political Science. At least ten years experience at a senior level in government advising political leadership on economic and/or investment policy. At least five years managerial and project co-ordination experience, preferably with projects involving international funders/investors and participants (eg. aid funded projects, international multilateral organizations such as CDB, World Bank, etc.). Availability for extensive travel within the region and internationally. Desireable: Sound financial management skills, demonstrated in a multilateral organization, government or large international corporation Experience in participatory planning, multi-stakeholder engagement, consultation techniques
Experience and expertise in large-scale organisational change management Strong analytic and policy skills Strong written, oral and presentational communication skills Strong track record in managing resources (human, financial, and physical assets) accountably and transparently Demonstrated ability to manage and oversee complex projects and multi stakeholder partnerships, including with local, regional, international and multilateral partners. Good professional networking skills, with some key networks already established (government, regional bodies, funders, multilaterals, investors, financial institutions) Demonstrated ability, insight and experience in working successfully with diverse teams. Required Competencies (Per GoM s Competency framework): Personal Effectiveness The ability to manage a department so that it operates in a manner aligned to its values and principles, in addition to demonstrating indepth knowledge of your area of expertise. External Engagement The ability to work effectively with elected officials and to meet regularly with stakeholders to keep them informed of new developments or continuing progress. Achieving Results The ability to make well-informed, effective and timely decisions, even when data is limited or solutions produce tough consequences.
Organizational Effectiveness The ability to establish organizational culture/standards of service and models desired behaviours, in addition to ensuring that appropriate systems are in place to allow for business continuity. Leading Change The ability to create and support a culture that focuses on creativity/innovation and knowledge sharing and takes ownership of decision-making. Leading People The ability to create an open and trusting environment that helps in encouraging an atmosphere of support and mutual accountability for team actions. TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF ENGAGEMENT The remuneration package will be suitable for a highly experienced individual. The Contract will be for 3 years. The start date will be negotiated with the successful applicant. It is the intention of the Office of the Premier to recruit a CEO as soon as possible. The post is to be located in Montserrat. Travel within the region and internationally may be extensive. REPORTING ARRANGEMENTS The CEO will report to and be directly line managed by the Premier. The candidate's report and work plan will be reviewed and approved by the Premier. Quarterly activity reports, reporting on the budget, deliverables and annexing all produced materials and documents, contracts, plans, minutes of meetings, etc. Final report, summarizing all the activities conducted during the Contract. HOW TO APPLY Application forms can be obtained from the Government of Montserrat s website at www.jobs.gov.ms or by contacting the Human Resources
Management Unit, Brades, Montserrat by e-mail to jobs.hrmu@gov.ms or by telephone at (+664) 491-2365/2444 or by fax at (+664) 491-6234. To apply send your completed application form with a recent police certificate/record and a cover letter with the names of at least two referees to the Human Resources Management Unit by November 24, 2017.