Job Summary
The position
The Executive Officer (EO) is the senior-most member of the ITREB UAE staff, who supports and facilitates the board members to achieve the strategic/End of Term Report (ETR) goals and fulfilling the board's constitutional mandate.
Reporting to the Chairman and Honorary Secretary of the Board and working closely with the Board Members, the EO plays a central role in the conceptualization, effective planning and implementation, impact assessment and reporting of the Board’s programmes and activities.
The EO works collaboratively with the National Council and central institutions, and liaises with other ITREBs, Institute of Ismaili Studies (IIS), Department of Jamati Institutions (DJI) and other AKDN institutions on behalf of ITREB-UAE. EO is also responsible for ITREB’s financial management and DJI reporting.
Required Skills
PROFILE: QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND ATTRIBUTES
- A master's degree or equivalent, preferably in Humanities, Education or Islamic Studies. Additional qualifications or experience in Education administration, HR management, Organizational development and/or Accounting & Finance will be an added advantage.
- The candidate should be a senior professional with 7+ years of experience in strategic planning or management, preferably in an education or non-profit context. The candidate should have the skills and maturity to lead the Board’s professional staff and to represent the ITREB in various fora. The role requires strengths in strategic thinking and operational management.
- Exposure to IIS trainings (IWTP, GPISH, STEP, short courses, or others relevant Islamic studies trainings) will be an advantage. Experience with the Jamati system, either as a volunteer or professional, is highly desirable.
- APPLICATION:
Interested candidates are requested to apply by sending a Cover Letter and a detailed CV.
The last date to submit applications is 7th July 2024
