Our client, the Gambling Control Commission invites applicants for the position of Chief Executive Officer. The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) directs, oversees, and leads the overall operations and strategic direction of the Commission and its units.
Our client, the Gambling Control Commission invites applicants for the position of Chief Executive Officer. Please click here for a greater understanding about the operations of the Gambling Control Commission.
Job Description
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) directs, oversees, and leads the overall operations and strategic direction of the Commission and its units. Work involves establishing policies, driving financial planning, and ensuring alignment with organisational goals. The CEO oversees and analyses market trends in Trinidad and Tobago’s Gambling Sector, working with experts to provide strategic insights that serve the best interests of the Commission and the public.The CEO is also responsible for maintaining compliance with all relevant laws and regulations, ensuring the integrity and transparency of the Commission’s activities.
Qualifications and Experience:
Master’s Degree in Business, Accounting, Economics, Finance, Law or a related field.
Twenty (20) years’ Management experience at the Executive level
Three (3) years’ Gambling specific experience or training as evidenced by relevant certifications and or qualifications.
Additional Knowledge and Expertise (Considered as assets):
Expert understanding of the Governance Structure, Regulatory Framework and Licensing Regime for the Gambling Sector in Trinidad and Tobago.
Specialist understanding in the Gambling Sector, its environment, key stakeholders, and strategic linkage/process related to Regulating the Industry.
Substantial Knowledge of Proceeds of Crime Act, the Anti-Terrorism Act and the Economic Sanctions Act.
Relevant trainings, certifications and or qualifications in the field of Anti-Money laundering (AML)
Key Accountabilities:
Advises the Board of Commissioners (the Board) on all matters relating to the Gambling Industry.
Develops, recommends, and presents the Commission’s strategic plans and budgets to the Board for approval.
Updates job knowledge by remaining aware of new markets, industry trends, regulations, enforcement, participating in educational opportunities,reading. Professional publications, maintaining personal networks, and participating in professional organizations.
Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with relevant stakeholders to include Government agencies, legislative bodies and other industry operators,
Oversees the development and implementation of key policies in accordance with relevant legal and regulatory requirements and as approved by the Board.
Reports to the Board on the strategic and operating plans of the Commission as well as specific Divisional/Departmental initiatives.