Executive Officer

Social Development Inc. (SDI) is a not for profit incorporated association registered entity for Ismaili community in Australia, New Zealand and PNG. Its key objectives are to endeavor to improve the quality of life of its beneficiaries in the areas of education, health, social welfare, housing, economic welfare, and humanitarian assistance. Included in these are activities dedicated to the development of women, youth and the elderly and activities related to culture, sports.

SDI is seeking an Executive Officer to be based in Sydney, to work closely with the ITREB for ANZ to fulfill its Constitutional mandate to provide religious education to all levels of the Ismaili community. The Executive Officer is responsible for directing the ITREB’s administrative, academic and program staff, and driving the implementation of its programs and activities to achieve its strategic goals, in keeping with the guidance of the Imam-of-the-Time and with the goal of making the ITREB an organization that applies best practices in all aspects of its work. He/ she oversees the interface between the volunteers and staff, and manages its operations, secretariat and staff at the national and local levels and work in close collaboration with the Institute of Ismaili Studies (IIS).

This is an identified position and is to be filled by an Ismaili person as a genuine occupation requirement in accordance with section 14 (d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).

**KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Coordinate the development of the ITREB’s strategic plans and their translation into programs and activities, operational plans, budgets and performance metrics.
- Lead the preparation of the annual objectives, strategies and budgets. Once approved ensure that they are adhered to.
- Monitor the implementation of the annual operating plans across the various portfolios and areas of activity. Evaluate their impact and make recommendations, as appropriate. Propose and take corrective actions in case of slippage or under-performance.
- Vigorously manage the performance of the ITREB’s programs and activities to attain targets and benchmarks of quality and access, especially relating to the provision of religious education to various segments of the Jamat. Identify gaps and opportunities, and make recommendations as appropriate. Ensure the periodic evaluation of key programs. Successful oversight and implementation of STEP is particularly important.
- Oversee the management and financial systems to ensure the accuracy, timeliness and quality of information. Prepare regular and annual reports for the Board and for onward transmission.
- Stay abreast of external and internal issues and trends that may potentially impact the work of the Board and the Jamat (e.g., ethics / bioethics, secularization, education practices, teaching of RE, social media, regulatory context for faith communities, etc.).
- Draw on the expertise of TKN volunteers and other experts, as required.
- Ensure that the Board’s organizational structure and staff deployment are streamlined, effective, and aligned with its priorities. Lead, inspire and motivate staff in order that they perform to their best capacities. Foster a positive and productive work environment.
- Ensure the implementation of human resource policies (e.g. staff recruitment, performance appraisal, succession planning, and code of conduct). Make recommendations concerning recruitment, deployment, and/or replacement of staff. Encourage the continuing professional development of staff.
- Ensure adherence to financial policies and procedures (i.e. financial discipline, accountability, cost management, record-keeping, transactions, procurement, asset and inventory management).
- Organize and participate in Board meetings. Ensure timely preparation and circulation of meeting agendas and minutes, and follow-up on Board decisions and on matters that arise.
- Work collaboratively with the National Council and Central Institutions to achieve strategic, programmatic and administrative synergies, especially in ECD, youth development, and aspects of the Council’s outreach agenda in which ITREB input is required.
- Serve as the point of liaison the Grants and Review Board on financial, statutory and audit related matters.
- Support the liaison between the Board and the Mukhi / Kamadia.

Develop and sustain relationships with the Department of Jamati Institutions, the Institute of Ismaili Studies, AKDN agencies in-country, ITREBs in the region and internationally.
- Serve as the institutional memory and the point of reference for the continuity of the ITREB’s work. Coordinate the transition / handover process from one leadership team to the next.
- Ensure the timeliness and quality of the Board’s communications to its stakeholders.
- Make proposals concerning his / her own continuing professional development.
- Undertake assignments and duties as directed by the Chairman and/or Honorary Secretary.

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