The Dhow Countries Music Academy is a not-for-profit, non-governmental music school based in Zanzibar.
DCMA is looking for a Chief Executive Officer starting in April 2010 to manage and develop one of East Africa's premier creative music centers.
The contract will be for an initial one-year period with the possibility of extension.
The prospective CEO should have the following:-
DCMA is looking for a Chief Executive Officer starting in April 2010 to manage and develop one of East Africa's premier creative music centers.
The contract will be for an initial one-year period with the possibility of extension.
The prospective CEO should have the following:-
- Strong professional record
- Substantial experience in Educational and / or Arts management.
- Considerable experience in proposal writing, fundraising, finances and staff management
- Excellent leadership skills / team player
- Excellent written and spoken communication skills in English; skills in Swahili will also be preferable.
- Proven ability to communicate to the public and cooperate with stakeholders
- Willingness to engage with local Zanzibar music & culture.
- Ability to deal creatively with logistical problems;
Closing date for application is January 31 - 2010.
Successful candidates will be notified for further interviews by February 5-2010.
Please send a Letter of application and CV BY EMAIL ONLY to: md @ zanzibarmusic.org
Dhow Countries Music Academy - Zanzibar,
United Rep. of Tanzania
Old Customs Hse. Mizingani Rd.
Stonetown
www.zanzibarmusic.org
