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Position Title: CHIEF
EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Organisation: Capital Markets Authority (CMA)
Location:Kampala,Uganda
Background
Information
The Capital Markets Authority (CMA) was established in 1996
by the Capital Markets Authority Act Cap 84 Laws of Uganda and is mandated to
promote, develop and regulate the capital markets industry in Uganda.
The Board of Directors invites applications from qualified
Ugandans to fill the position of Chief Executive Officer of the Authority which
will become vacant when the incumbent retires at the end of 2013.
Job Summary:
Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Chief Executive
Officer will provide visionary leadership in the regulation, supervision and
development of the capital markets with the overall objective of
investor protection.
The job offers the right candidate the opportunity to shape
the future and ensure continued success of Uganda’s capital markets. The
successful candidate should be ready to continue with the momentum that the CMA
has exhibited so far in regulating and deepening the market.
Core Duties and
Responsibilities:
1. Provide strategic leadership and direction in the
development, implementation and evaluation of CMA’s strategic plan;
2. Develop and enforce a high performing corporate
organizational culture and ensure that CMA operates within the context of sound
governance and management principles and practices;
3. Ensure the Authority delivers on its mandate as
stipulated in the Capital Markets Authority Act; including developing the
market and effectively regulating market players;
4. Participate in the formulation and implementation of
cross-border, regional and international initiatives aimed at regulatory
coordination, cooperation and growth of Uganda’s capital markets.
Qualifications &
Key Competencies:
• An honors Bachelor’s degree;
• A Master’s degree in a relevant field and/or professional
qualification and valid membership in a relevant professional body will be an added
advantage;
• At least ten (10) years senior management experience; of
which not less than five years should be practical experience gained in a
securities and financial markets environment;
• In-depth knowledge of capital markets issues and trends at
national, regional and international levels and understanding of financial
instruments, products and services and international best practice;
• Strong leadership, management and organizational skills;
• Excellent communication skills.
Key Personal Attributes:
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to create and
maintain relevant networks and collaborative relations internally and
externally;
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural and diverse
environment;
• High ethical standards and integrity.
Candidates who meet the above requirements are invited to
apply and send their applications enclosing copies of curriculum vitae,
academic and professional certificates and provide names of three referees who
are able to comment on the candidate’s qualifications, experience and
integrity. The Authority will offer the successful candidate an attractive
remuneration package commensurate with the position.
How to Apply
Applications should be sent to the address below by post,
courier, hand delivery or e-mail
so as to reach not later than close of business on Friday,
28th June 2013.
The Director, Executive Recruitments, Future Options
Consulting Ltd,
4th Floor, Diamond Trust Building, Kampala Road,
P.O. Box: 34934,
Kampala, Uganda.
Phone: +256 312265028/9, +256 414231204/6,
Email: consultant@futureoptionsug.com
Website:www.futureoptionsug.com
