Chief Executive Officer
kampala, Uganda * Fulltime
Uganda Tourism Board
Administration
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Location: kampala, Uganda
Fulltime
Salary: Not mentioned
Posted 1 year ago
Job Title: Chief Executive Officer
Salary Scale: T1
Department: Chief Executive’s Office
Duty Station: UTB Headquarters
Reports To: Board of Directors
Supervises: Deputy CEO, Managers, Senior Internal Auditor (Administratively)
Contract Duration: Three (3) Years, Renewable
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB
To provide strategic and inspirational leadership to the UTB team, ensuring that UTB has a clear and compelling vision with well-developed strategic and risk assurance plans. These plans should result in delivering quality services to achieve the organization’s mandate as specified in the Tourism Act.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• a) Development, Implementation, and Review of the Strategic Plan.
• b) Tourism Promotion.
• c) Strategic Partnerships and Collaborations.
• d) Governance and Leadership.
• e) Financial and Procurement Management.
• f) Team Performance Management.
• g) Research and Innovation.
• h) Industry Standards and Regulations.
QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
• a) Academic Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree (Hons) in any of the following fields: Tourism, Economics, Law, Social Sciences, Statistics, Business Administration, Commerce, or related fields obtained from a recognized university/institution.
• Master’s Degree in any of the following fields: Tourism, Business Administration, Marketing, Statistics, Economics, Law, Public Policy, or related fields from a recognized university/institution.
• Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Management, Public Administration, Project Planning, Management, or related fields is an added advantage.
• b) Experience:
• At least 10 years of proven senior leadership and management in a credible public or private sector organization involving clear strategic thinking and planning, team building, direction, and supervision.
• At least 7 years of experience in tourism, hospitality, or marketing.
• Strong understanding of the tourism industry, including marketing, product development, and sustainable growth.
• Excellent track record of performance at a high-level management position.
• Proven ability to turn around organizational performance into a competitive and vibrant institution respected by stakeholders through innovation, change management, and systems building.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups and manage complex relationships.
• 5. PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES AND SKILLS
• a) Visionary leadership with a strong sense of integrity and ethics.
• b) Innovative thinker with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• c) Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• d) Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• e) Knowledge of the economic and market environment in which the private sector operates, including the wider African and international regions.
• f) Resource mobilization, utilization, and accountability.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested and eligible Ugandans who meet the above requirements are invited to apply.
Application Requirements:
A detailed CV (with email, contact, and postal addresses).
Copies of all academic certificates and transcripts.
Testimonials.
Evidence of past and current appointments.
A copy of your National Identity Card.
Contact details (telephone, postal, and email) of three competent referees.
Submission Deadline: 5:00 PM, 27th January 2025
Address Applications To:
Chairman, Board of Directors
Uganda Tourism Board
Plot 42, Rotary Avenue (Lugogo Bypass)
6th Floor, Lugogo House
P.O. Box 7211, Kampala
Contact Details:
Tel: +256 (0) 414 342 196/7
Email: recruitment@utb.go.ug
NB: The full job advert can also be accessed on the UTB website at www.utb.go.ug/jobs
Deadline: Expired
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