Director

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the post of Director of the St. Vincent and the Grenadines Community College.

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

Technical competencies should include the following:

  • Educational Qualification
    • Minimum Requirement: A Masters degree in a relevant field (e.g., Education Leadership, Business Administration, Pubic Administration, or a related discipline).
    • Preferred: an earned Doctorate in a relevant field from a recognized university.
    • Additional Training: Courses in Educational Leadership
  • Professional Experience
    • Minimum Requirement :
    • At least 7 years of progressive leadership experience in a higher education institution or related field.
    • Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, financial management, administrative procedures and academic programme oversight.
    • Preferred:
    • At least 10 years of leadership experience, with a proven track record of managing diverse teams and leading large-scale initiatives.
    • Experience in fundraising, partnerships, and navigating the regulatory environment of higher education.

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:

Task will include but not limited to:

  • Providing strategic leadership and direction to the College, aligning with its mission and vision.
  • Overseeing the development, implementation, and evaluation of academic programmes.
  • Managing the College’s financial operations, including budgeting and reporting.
  • Leading human resource functions, fostering a supportive work environment, and ensuring compliance with labour laws.
  • Building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders, including government, industry partners, and the community.
  • Developing and implementing College policies and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
  • Managing facilities and infrastructure to ensure a safe and conductive learning environment
  • Leading fundraising initiatives to support scholarships, programmes, and infrastructure.
  • Project Management.
  • Seeking and establishing relationships and opportunities for collaboration with other regional and international institutions.
  • Supervising accreditation and quality assurance activities for college.

Salary will be paid commensurate of the articulated job requirements.

Letters of application, along with recent Curriculum Vitae and the names of two referees, should be sent to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Applicants are advised to request that referees send letters of reference directly to the HR manager without waiting to be contacted by the College

 

Closing date for application is Sunday 16th March, 2025