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The Digital Skills Association aims to hire a Managing Director to support the preparation and implementation of DigiSkills’ activities and will report directly to the Board of Directors.
Responsibilities of the Managing Director
This position is responsible for leading the development and execution of the Association’s long term strategy. This role also entails responsibility for all day-to-day management decisions. The Managing Director communicates on behalf of the Association to stakeholders, employees, government authorities and international agencies.
1. The Managing Director will be responsible for steering the Digital Skills Association (DigiSkills) to deliver objectives set to meet the industry demand of skilled workforce, while ensuring alignment with the national goals of skill development.
2. In addition to overall management of the DigiSkills, the Managing Director will also be responsible for the following:
· Create, communicate and implement the organization's vision, mission, and overall direction and lead the development and implementation of the organization's strategy
· Work closely with Senior Managers to prepare annual budgets, complete risk analysis on potential investments, and advise the Board of Directors on investment risk and return
· Interact with ministers and senior government officials to drive the skilling agenda across the country
· Collaborate with industry leaders, thought leaders, and academia in order to transform the skilling landscape
· Oversee the complete operation of the organization in accordance with the direction established in the strategic plans. This includes the design of the organization in a manner that facilitates operations at an optimal level.
· Develop private sector-led digital engagement models
· Manage relationships with key ecosystem stakeholders such as Ministry of Digital Economy & Entrepreneurship (MoDEE) and Vocational and Technical Skills Development Commission (VTSDC)
· Oversee the development of National Occupational Standards-based qualifications, accreditation of training providers, quality assurance parameters for assessment and certification
· Promote academies of excellence for the ICT sector
· Oversee building of effective monitoring and evaluation infrastructure by establishing a structured Labour Market Information System (LMIS)
· Gauge industry demand and conducting periodic skill gaps studies through advanced market analytics
· Drive ethical practices in the association and enforce measures to prevent corruption and malpractices
· Other duties as assigned
Duration of Assignment
The contract period is for one year, renewable up on annual appraisal. The Managing Director must diligently perform in a proper and efficient manner the duties set out within this ToR and any other tasks or responsibilities that may arise in relation to DigiSkills needs.
Job Details
Posted Date: | 2021-05-17 |
Job Location: | Amman, Jordan |
Job Role: | Management |
Company Industry: | Vocational Education |
Preferred Candidate
Career Level: | Director/Head |
Degree: | Bachelor's degree |

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