Executive Director

Job Overview

The Executive Director reports directly to the Board of Directors and is responsible for the operations and management of the Chamber and engagement of its Board of Directors and membership, while fulfilling its purpose. As a liaison between SwissCham and other organizations, its members, partners, staff and the greater community, the Executive Director works to advance the interests of Swiss and Egyptian business.

Purpose Statement

Advancing the opportunities and interests of Swiss and Egyptian businesses through expert service and engagement.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Duties to the Board of Directors

• Work with the Board to develop the Chamber’s annual strategic and financial plan
• Coordinate and lead all Chamber activities including board meetings, membership meetings, special projects, events and committees
• Provide regular activity, financial and membership reports
• Oversee all operations and administrative functions required
• Participate in fundraising including event preparation and execution
• Other duties or special projects as initiated by the Board

Duties to the Membership

• Establish and maintain a consistent protocol for member acquisition and retention
• Develop and maintain effective communication strategy
• Identify ways to promote Chamber events and benefits and further member engagement
• Ensure retention of members and collection of membership dues
• Manage membership events and meetings
• Respond to member request in a timely and efficient manner
• Initiate events and meetings to support membership needs for information and resources

Public and Partner Relations

• Establish and maintain positive working relations with all SwissCham partners
• Conduct regular meetings with representatives of the Embassy of Switzerland in Egypt
• Represent the Chamber at community meetings and activities
• Develop and maintain strategy to broadcast Chamber events and activities
• Oversee development and execution of online media strategy
• Fulfill all tasks required of Switzerland Global Enterprise partnership

Administration

• Manage all administrative tasks of the organization
• Provide oversight and management of the organization’s financials including the creation and implementation of the annual budget, the income/cost strategy and relationship with the banks – working in close relationship with the Treasurer of the Board
• Provide oversight of all staff and support roles and achievements
• Oversee content calendar and campaigns across all social channels and website
• Implement operations policies
• Oversee staff development goals
• Follow up on compliance of the Chamber with any contractual, fiscal and legal obligations it may have in Egypt and in Switzerland
• Take responsibility for all HR activity – recruitment, interviewing and hiring – in addition to performance evaluations, problem solving, appraisals and rewards for staff members, vendors and freelance support
• Oversee maintenance of the physical and digital archives

SKILLS AND COMMITMENTS

• Outstanding public speaking and presentation skills
  • Effective written communication skills in English and Arabic
  • Strong customer service skills
  • Outstanding time management and event planning skills
  • Strong ability to foster teamwork and collaboration among all stakeholders
  • Strong Executive and supervisory skills: plan, organize, lead, delegate, and monitor
  • Passion for collaboration and networking
  • Excellent skills in community consensus building
  • Demonstrated ability to prepare and manage a budget, and project financial performance
  • Ability to perform cost-benefit analysis of proposed ideas, projects and events
  • Ability to work a flexible range of business hours and travel when needed
  • Strong commitment to own and other’s personal growth
  • Commitment to best business practices for the Chamber
  • Link to Switzerland is a plus

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 5-10 years management/executive level experience in a business-related field
  or other leadership position, including supervision of professional staff and oversight of finances.
• Experience in a startup / entrepreneur environment is a plus
• Working knowledge of local, regional and state-level political systems and experience in
  developing collaborative relationships in these areas
• Minimum of 3 years P&L responsibility

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university required; or comparable professional training and experience attained through military, industry or association service