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CAREER OPPORTUNITY
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Our Client, the Fair Trading Commission (FTC), was established on January 2nd, 2001
through the Fair Trading Commission Act. Its broad mandate includes the regulation of
public utilities and matters of fair competition and consumers’ rights.
The FTC is recruiting for its most senior leadership role of Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
The Role
• Is accountable to the Commission for the administration and enforcement of the
Fair Trading Commission Act and the laws relating to utility regulation, fair
competition and consumer protection.
• Leads the senior management team providing oversight and ultimate
responsibility for the human, financial and physical resources and the
programmatic operations of the Commission.
• Exercises general management supervision of the work of the Commission, giving
direction and guidance to ensure that the Commission provides sound
professional advice and support to the public.
• Acts as the principal public relations agent for the Commission, fostering sound
relationships with key stakeholders including the Government, private sector and
the wider public.
The Candidate
• Postgraduate degree in Business Administration, Management, Law, Economics
or other related discipline.
• At least ten (10) years’ experience in a strategic leadership role, with at least five
(5) years working knowledge of regulatory issues.
▪ Demonstrated ability to successfully lead an organisation, together with general
management acumen and sound management skills.
▪ Effective interpersonal skills to interact with the Commission’s stakeholders.
▪ A sound understanding of the Barbadian business environment and its legal
framework.
▪ A thorough knowledge of the regional and international regulatory environment is
highly desirable.
The appointment will be on contract for an initial three (3) year period.
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