Chief Executive Officer (CEO) job at Uganda Tourism Association (UTA) | Apply Now

Additionally, the CEO will represent UTA to other private sector entities, association members, government authorities, and the public.

• Setting the strategic direction of the Uganda Tourism Association (UTA).

• Modeling and establishing the culture and values of the Uganda Tourism Association (UTA)

• Allocating budget priorities of the Uganda Tourism Association (UTA) to implement programs.

• Anticipating and analyzing problematic situations and providing solutions.

• Overseeing all operations and activities of the Uganda Tourism Association (UTA) to ensure desired results.

• Enforcing adherence to legal guidelines and in-house policies to maintain the legality and business ethics of the Uganda Tourism Association (UTA).

• Leading and motivating subordinates to enhance employee engagement and develop a high-performing managerial team.

• Leading the restructuring, rebranding, and corporate innovations for corporate positioning of the Uganda Tourism Association (UTA).

• Building trust relations with key partners and stakeholders and acting as a point of contact.

• Representing the Uganda Tourism Association (UTA) as required, including attendance at important functions, industry events, and public meetings

• Leading and overseeing the implementation of the UTA’s long- and short-term plans in accordance with its strategy.

• Ensuring that the UTA is appropriately organized to achieve the approved strategy.

• Ensuring that expenditures of the UTA are within the authorized annual budget.

• Establishing effective internal controls and management information systems.

• Ensuring that the UTA conducts its activities both lawfully and ethically.

• Maintaining high corporate standards within the UTA.

• Acting as a liaison between management and the UTA’s Executive Committee.

• Communicating effectively with partners, association members, employees, government authorities, development partners, other stakeholders, and the public.

• Providing necessary information to coordinators, directors, and the Executive Committee to facilitate appropriate decision-making.

• Collaborating with the President to develop Executive Committee agendas, determine meeting details, and location.

• Compiling minutes and submitting timely reports to the UTA Executive Board, partners, stakeholders, and a quarterly newsletter for association members.

• Adhering to internally established control systems and authorities.

• Leading by personal example and encouraging employees to adhere to applicable laws, UTA standards, policies, guidelines, and laws.

• Initiating project proposals, policy papers, and research to inform policy makers, members, and the Executive Committee.

• Managing and updating all UTA social media platforms with accurate and current information.