EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, STRATEGIC SUPPORT – BURS

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ABOUT BURS

The Botswana Unified Revenue Service (BURS) is mandated to collect tax revenue, facilitate trade, manage borders, and play a critical advisory role to Government. BURS has embarked on an exciting transformation journey and aims to attract highly qualified, versatile visionary leaders to drive the change. To be part of this noble journey, you are invited to express your interest in the positions below if you fully meet criteria.

9. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, STRATEGIC SUPPORT

JOB PURPOSE

The purpose of this role is to provide strategic leadership and administrative support to the Commissioner General, ensuring effective management of executive and administrative support services as well as coordinating and facilitating strategic communication and information flow between the Commissioner General’s office and internal/external stakeholders.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides strategic guidance and direction to support the vision and goals of the Commissioner General’s office

• Manages the day-to-day operations of the office, including staffing, budgeting, and resource allocation

• Develops and implements administrative policies and procedures to ensure efficient and effective office functioning

• Coordinates executive support services, including scheduling, correspondence management, and meeting facilitation

• Serves as a liaison between the Commissioner General and internal/external stakeholders, representing the office’s interests and priorities

• Oversees the preparation of reports, presentations, and other materials to support decision-making and communication

• Manages special projects and initiatives assigned by the Commissioner General, ensuring timely and successful completion

• Ensures compliance with BURS’ Organisational policies, legal requirements, and ethical standards in all office activities and interactions

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• A Master’s Degree in either Business Administration, Strategic Management, Economics, or related field

• At least 10 years’ relevant work experience with a minimum of 3 years in executive support roles. Experience in tax or customs will be an added advantage.