Head, Corporate Communications

Job Description

The Caribbean Development Bank (CDB/the Bank) is seeking to recruit a dynamic and experienced Head, Corporate Communications (HCC). The HCC will drive the development and implementation of the corporate communication strategy. The successful candidate will be based at CDB’s headquarters in St. Michael, Barbados.

CDB is a regional multilateral development bank which was established in October 1969 to contribute to the harmonious economic growth and development of the member countries in the Caribbean Region and to promote economic cooperation and integration among them, having special and urgent regard to the needs of the less-developed members of the Region. CDB began operations in January 1970 and has become a leading catalyst for providing development financing, technical assistance and policy advice to its Borrowing Member Countries for the reduction of poverty.

The Role

Reporting to the President, the HCC is responsible for the strategic planning and programming related to communications, external relations, and stakeholder engagement. The role requires a strong focus on strategies to increase the Bank’s visibility and influence, and to support the achievement of operational goals. Effective relationship-building, strategic communications and partnerships are key demands in this role as the HCC interfaces with diverse internal and external stakeholders.

The Candidate

Eligible candidates should have:

• A Master’s degree from an accredited university in Communications, Political Science, International Relations, Public Affairs, Marketing, Journalism or other related field.
• Significant management experience in mass communications and/or public relations within a matrix, collaborative environment with at least six (6) years at a management level.
• Exceptional research, writing, editing, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong diplomatic and persuasive skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage reputational risk.
• A successful track record of managing new media and digital channels, including website development.
• Proven record of forging strong and effective relationships within the media environment and with internal stakeholders.
• Sensitivity to the regional, international and multicultural environments in which the Bank operates.

The successful candidate must be willing to live and work in Barbados.

Compensation

An attractive compensation package commensurate with these responsibilities and which responds to market demands is being offered.

Applications

Click here for full details of the job description, general information about the Caribbean Development Bank and guidelines for the submission of applications. The deadline for submission of applications is July 29, 2016, at 23:00 hrs EST.

About the Organization

CDB is a regional multilateral development bank which was established in October 1969 to contribute to the harmonious economic growth and development of the member countries in the Caribbean Region and to promote economic cooperation and integration among them, having special and urgent regard to the needs of the less-developed members of the Region. CDB began operations in January 1970 and has become a leading catalyst for providing development financing, technical assistance and policy advice to its Borrowing Member Countries (BMCs) for the reduction of poverty.