The Ministry of Transport & Roads
The Republic of South Sudan
JOB ADVERT FOR THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR SOUTH SUDAN ROAD AUTHORITY
Terms of Reference for the position of Executive Director
On 7TH January 2011, H.E the President of the Government of Southern Sudan signed the South Sudan Roads Authority Provisional Order 2011 for the establishment of the South Sudan Roads Authority (SSRA).
The Provisional Order stipulates that the SSRA ‘shall have responsibility for the management, development, rehabilitation and Maintenance of all Inter-state and International Roads in South Sudan and Road development in war – affected areas as may be directed by the Minister’ of Transport and Roads.
In line with the provisions of the above mentioned Provisional Order, the Executive Management of the SSRA shall be headed by an Executive Director to be appointed by a resolution of the Council of Ministers upon the recommendation of the Minister of Transport and Roads.
Objective of the Position
The Executive Director shall head the management team and be responsible for the financial, administrative and overall performance of the SSRA. The overall objective of this position is to ensure proper and effective management of the SSRA in line with internationally accepted standards and to ensure maximum resource utilization and delivery of quality service to the people of South Sudan. A well developed road network is crucial for the economic development of South Sudan, therefore SSRA has the responsibility to plan, develop and maintain the road network in accordance with the Provisional Order. Prudent management of activities and functions of SSRA is therefore required. The Executive Director shall be assisted by a team of Heads of Directorates for the effective discharge of this responsibility.
Description of the Position
The Executive Director shall be a person of high moral character and proven integrity, with the relevant qualifications and work experience relating to the functions of the Authority. The holder of this post is the most senior executive of the Authority and is responsible for providing leadership and managerial direction. The Executive Director will report directly to the Board, and will also be an ex officio member of Board. The SSRA has been established to operate in accordance with sound commercial principles to facilitate effective and efficient predictable road plans and expenditure on road development and maintenance activities. This implies that the Executive Director shall manage SSRA in a businesslike manner.
Key Duties and Responsibilities for the Position of Executive Director
The Executive Director will be under the general supervision the Board and shall be the Accounting Officer of SSRA. The job holder will be accountable for the overall performance of SSRA.
The job holder will be responsible for the overall supervision and guidance of the SSRA. In specific terms, be accountable for the overall administrative, financial and technical operations with authority to propel the performance of SSRA, including but not limited to:
(a) Representing the Authority in official functions and occasions, in South Sudan, nationally, regionally and internationally;
(b) Initiating policies and framework documents of the Authority;
(c) Overseeing the use of the funds of the Authority;
(d) Providing periodic reports to the Board and to the Minister;
(e) Appointing, within budget limitations, the officers and support staff of the Authority;
(f) Initiating internal policies and procedures including job-descriptions of the support staff and the organizational chart referred to in section18 of the Provisional Order;
(g) Monitoring and evaluating the performance of the Authority;
(h) The development of an operating plan to guide the Authority in achieving its objectives;
(i) The development of an economic, efficient and cost effective internal management structure;
(j) Proposing and implementing the strategic plan, business plan and annual plan of the Authority;
(k) Providing advice as required on all matters within the Authority’s responsibility;
(l) performing any other such duties appropriate and necessary for the implementation of the provision of the Provisional Order as may be assigned to him by the Board, and,
(m) Performing any other such functions and duties as may be prescribed by any other law furthering the interests of SSRA.
Person Specifications
The candidate shall be of high moral reputation and integrity and shall fulfill the eligibility requirements for Board membership and shall possess the following qualifications and attributes
1. Must possess a Master Degree in Civil Engineering obtained from a reputable and recognized institution of higher learning.
2. Must be registered with the statutory body responsible for registration of engineers in Southern Sudan as a registered engineer in the field of highways engineering or other acceptable/recognized body and is a member of the South Sudan Engineering Council or another acceptable institution or other internationally accredited institutions;
3. Must possess a Post-graduate qualification in finance or business administration or management or a similar discipline obtained from a reputable and recognized institution of higher learning.
4. Should have at least fifteen (15) years working experience in the field of roads and highway engineering.
5. Must have held a senior managerial position with excellent and proven managerial record of not less than eight (8) years; managing highly professional Government or private reputable organizations involved in physical infrastructure development and maintenance.
6. Should have transport sector experience with emphasis on the road sub-sector and a broad appreciation of road development, project management, maintenance techniques and technologies.
7. Should have strategic focus attributes, with the ability to rise above detail, to appreciate overall patterns, assess values and see trends, patterns as demonstrated in business operations.
8. Have management experience, including liaison with, communicating to, consulting with and influencing stakeholders in order to attain set strategic objectives.
9. A good working knowledge of up to date financial and organizational management processes is desirable.
10. Demonstrated experience in setting up a credible public or private enterprise including developing and describing the future vision in a way that encourages and motivates staff to be focused on strategic objectives will be a significant advantage.
11. Integrity and strong ethical standards. To lead by example in order to professionally evolve and develop the South Sudan Roads Authority into a strong and sustainable entity.
12. Ability to develop and lead effective teams through change and transition including appreciation and good understanding of the work environment and trends, organizational performance and the political and regulatory climate.
13. Able to develop and maintain strong relationships with Government Ministries and agencies and key stakeholders in the industry while promoting a climate of innovation, change and adaptation.
14. Consults and encourages sharing of information within a team environment and across functional areas and able to delegate decision making where appropriate, ensuring that staff have the capability and knowledge to make sound decisions.
15. Ability to use Ms Office Suite and Road based computer programs.
Duration of Engagement:
Three (03) years employment contract, renewable based on performance.
Remuneration
Attractive Remuneration package.
Mode of Applying for the Position of Executive Director
In order to apply for this position, the applicant is required to submit the following:
1. Application for the position;
2. A statement of motivation, not exceeding three (03) pages, A4, line spacing 1.5, using Times New Roman, justifying why the applicant thinks he or she is the best candidates for the position;
3. A detailed curriculum vitae,
4. A capability Statement – indicating the technical understating of the Terms of Reference for the position, the working experiencing, attainments and providing evidence of the attributes indicated in the Person specifications,
5. Provide names, address telephone contacts of three competent referees, one of them should be the current or most recent employer.
6. Notarized or certified copies of academic certificates and transcripts,
7. Evidence of Continuous Professional Development (CPDs), activities in the last five years.
8. Indicate current and past remuneration for the last three years. Relevant supporting documents will suffice.
The above documents constitute the application for the position of Executive Director and the applicant is required to endorse each page of the document(s) to be submitted. Given the nature of position under consideration, no application submitted by email will be entertained.
The said documents should be spiral bound. One original copy and two photocopies, sealed in one envelope, marked "Application for the Position of Executive Director – Southern Sudan Roads Authority", addressed and delivered by hand or courier to:
The Undersecretary,
Ministry of Transport and Roads
Ministries Complex
Republic of South Sudan
Juba, South Sudan
Attention: Ms. Joan Alice,
Head of Legal Administration,
Ministry of Transport and Roads
The closing date for receiving applications is Monday, 15th August 2011 at 5.00 p.m. local time.
Note: Only those candidates who meet the above specifications will be considered.
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