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Director, Commercial Services (Level 9)
Company Information
Job Information
Description
Company
Government of Jamaica
Website
http://bit.ly/GOJJobListing
Contact Name
Office of the Services Commission
Contact Email
communications@osc.gov.jm
Job Type
Full-time
Department
Executive Agency
Category
Management
Posted
28-01-2023
Job Status
Start Publishing
28-01-2023
Stop Publishing
07-02-2023
Applications are invited to fill the following vacant posts in the National Fisheries Authority: Director, Commercial Services (level 9) Commercial Services Branch, salary range $3,593,869 $4,420,005 per annum and any allowance(s) attached to the post.
Job Purpose
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer; the Director, Commercial Services Branch is responsible for the management of all the Authority’s Commercial Entities; to ensure that they are operated efficiently within the prescribe standards at minimal cost, whilst generating revenue to carry the essential functions of the Authority.
Key Responsibilities
Management/Administrative:
- Plans, directs and co-ordinates all programmes and activities relating to the operations of the commercial services of the Authority in accordance with the policies and regulation;
- Develops and prepares the Business Development Plans, Department’s Annual Budgets, Strategic and Operational Work Plans;
- Determines new opportunities by analyzing business needs and liaise with the Divisional and Departmental Heads on the development of marketing strategies geared to achieve these needs;
- Provides communication and PR support for Divisional/Directors in the publicizing of their programmes;
- Arranges News Conferences/Media Tours to update the public and to give the media first-hand information on sector-related developments;
- Prepares Monthly Financial Statements and reports on performance of each commercial Entity;
- Investigates complaints from customers and effect the required corrective measures;
- Submits PMAS Report for each member of the Division by 15 April Annually.
Technical/Professional:
- Liaises with business operators and formulates joint ventures relating to commercial services;
- Develops and manages marketing tools for existing (e.g. fuel stations) and new business ventures;
- Prepares market analysis showing the feasibility or lack thereof of products and services that are offered (e.g. fuel sales) or can be offered by the Authority;
- Manages the activities and staff of the fuel stations;
- Develops relationships with related stakeholders and industries aimed at growing the Authority’s influence in the Sector;
- Works out an approach to pricing and set prices for products and services;
- Develop plans for advertising, sales promotion, public relations, personal selling and sales management;
- Undertakes marketing audits to monitor sales performance;
- Liaises with Ministries, key clients and other stakeholders to agree on Market Sector strategies;
- Manages the activities and staff of the Marine Shop;
- Creates linkages with marketing and other Private and Public Sector Agencies to promote and maintain agricultural marketing development;
- Plans the marketing strategies of the Authority’s products and services and ensures they are in keeping with Government policy. This includes but not limited to-:
- Oyster production
- Oyster culture services
- Aquaculture production of fingerlings, ornamental fish etc.
- Pond construction services
- Provides communication and PR support for Divisional/Directors in the publicizing of their programmes;
- Identifies investment opportunities across the Aquaculture Market Sector;
- Maintains current knowledge of trends and developments regarding the import and export of aquaculture products;
- Co-ordinates logistics and provides PR support for launches of the Authority’s priority projects/special events to ensure media coverage;
- Acts as the Focal Point for referral of media enquiries to the Authority in collaboration with Public Relations and Corporate Communications Manager;
- Develops relationships with related stakeholders and industries aimed at growing the Authority’s influence in the Sector;
- Develops and implements appropriate strategies for promoting the Authority’s existing and proposed goods and services to the target market;
- Makes decisions regarding products, such as choosing labels or packaging;
- Ensures effective, efficient and profitable delivery of commercial services;
- Ensures that commercial opportunities are fully explored and developed where appropriate.
- Human Resource Management:
- Provides direction, guidance to the Department to ensure alignment with the Authority’s strategies;
- Monitors and evaluates the performance of direct reports, prepares Performance Appraisals and recommends and/or initiates corrective action where necessary to improve performance and/or attaining established personal and/or organizational goals;
- Participates in the recruitment of staff for the Division/Branch and recommends transfer, promotion, termination and leave in accordance with established Human Resource policies and procedures;
- Collaborates with the Human Resource Branch to develop and implement a Succession Planning Programme for the Division/Unit to facilitate continuity and the availability of required skills and competencies to meet the needs of the Division;
- Provides leadership and guidance to direct reports through effective planning, delegation, communication, training, mentoring and coaching;
- Ensures the welfare and developmental needs of staff in the Division/Branch are clearly identified and addressed;
- Establishes and maintains a system that fosters a culture of teamwork, employee empowerment and commitment to the Division’s and Organization’s goals;
- Performs any other related duties that may be assigned from time to time by the Principal Director Corporate Services.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies
- Knowledge of the operations of Government/Authority’s policies and procedures
- Sound knowledge of Government accounting principles and practices
- Good interpersonal and people management skills
- Good administrative, analytical, creative and organizational skills
- Excellent presentation skills
- Mastery in oral and written communication skills
- Excellent time management skills
- High commercial acumen makers
- Ability to take initiative and apply sound judgment in analyzing and solving problem
- Proficiency in the use of relevant computer applications
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and reliable motor vehicle
- Knowledge of standard computer applications
Minimum Required Qualification and Experience
- Master’s in business administration/Management from a recognized institution;
- Three (3) years relevant experience with similar responsibilities;
- Certificate/training in Supervisory Management.
- Degree in Business Administration/Management with specialization in Marketing from a recognized institution;
- Six (6) years relevant experience with similar responsibilities;
- Certificate/training in Supervisory Management;
- Experience in the marketing and/or public relations field.
Special Conditions Associated with the Job
- Will be required to travel;
- Deadline oriented tasks.
Applications accompanied by résumés should be submitted no later than Monday, 6th February, 2023 to:
Senior Director
Corporate Services Division
National Fisheries Authority
2c Newport East
Kingston 11
Email: fisherieshr@moa.gov.jm
Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
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