APPOINTMENT OF DIRECTOR GENERAL APPOINTMENT BRIEF NOVEMBER 2019

AN INTRODUCTION

The telecoms, media and technology industries are all going through a period of convergence and digital disruption. Protecting end users, providing a framework for healthy competition while fostering investment and innovation has never been more complex for policy-makers and regulators. The IIC is uniquely placed to bring together senior level industry players, strategists and regulatory authorities to discuss often profoundly difficult issues in a collegiate, nuanced and collaborative environment.

The IIC is an internationally respected and a well-trusted TMT and digital economy-focussed membership organisation, operating as a global platform at the interface of cross-over sectors using digital technologies.

The IIC was founded by and evolved from an organisation founded by organisations understanding the (social) importance of mass communications (broadcasting, facilitated by satellite) to one that understood that telecommunications offered mass communications and the need for policy discussions that included those issues. Now, the IIC sits at the centre of the digital ecosystem with an increasing reach into the policy and regulatory agenda affecting data-driven services.

For 50 years we’ve been connecting communications regulators, experts and innovators across the globe, creating opportunities for open dialogue, the exchange of ideas and the shaping of digital policy. Few sectors have seen greater change during this period than the global communications industry.

The organisation is respected for its neutral stance, allowing and encouraging open debate (often under the Chatham House Rule), and its integrity in maintaining that position.

Operating with a small dedicated team, the IIC is universally respected to ‘punch well above its weight’ and making a difference.

You can find out more here: https://www.iicom.org/homepage/about-us

The International Institute of Communications (IIC) enables the

balanced, open dialogue that shapes the policy agenda for the telecoms,

media and technology (TMT) industries.

WHO ARE OUR MEMBERS? National Regulatory Authorities

• Helping regulators find the best policy frameworks for the widest societal benefit

• Membership provides the only independent international forum that brings together statutory national regulators in a collegiate, neutral environment to debate policy issues.

Commercial businesses within the telecoms, media and technology sectors

• We have the unique convening power to bring industry and regulators together

• Membership gives policy, product and legal teams a nonpartisan forum in which to debate with regulators and policy makers and gain insights into their approach to technology and market trends.

Advisors and professional service providers

• The IIC provides a forum for emerging industry trends

• Membership gives specialist lawyers, analysts and consultants access to regulators and senior policy makers within the telecoms, technology and media industries and the opportunity to showcase their expertise.

Current Team includes:

• Director General • Director of Programmes • Editor of Journal • Head of Operations and Marketing • Marketing Manager • Events & Membership Secretary • Marketing and Chapter Co-ordinator

STRUCTURE OF THE ORGANISATION

THE ROLE The IIC is looking for a committed, commercial, experienced DG with high values to lead the Institute.

You will be required to build relationships with those engaged in policy making within the digital ecosystem, as well as the traditional communications sectors. These relationships will extend across highly developed and less developed geographies and sectors.

In addition, you will develop, lead and motivate a high performing marketing and support group to deliver on high quality programme and fora delivery, membership servicing and acquisition and related budgets (as set by the IIC Board), requiring the ability to work closely with IIC’s global stakeholders and IIC Chapters.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE • The brief is to manage both the day to day operations and the long-term growth and evolution of the IIC - as a

membership organisation providing a globally respected and relevant platform for independent policy discussion

• Reporting directly to the IIC Board this role will direct and control the IIC’s operations. S/he will give strategic guidance and direction to the IIC’s International board to ensure that it continues to live by its mission and deliver on its objectives

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • The DG will be responsible for the performance of the IIC, consistent with the Board’s strategic direction

• Responsible for the executive leadership within the IIC organisation

• Establish and maintain effective formal and informal links with IIC member organisations, major digital and TMT players, relevant government departments and agencies, key decision-makers and influencers and other stakeholders more generally, to exchange information and views and to ensure that the IIC continues to stay relevant as a globally-respected hosting platform and that it continues to provide an appropriate range and quality of programme, fora and communications.

• Manage the revenue and growth of the IIC business and ensure that this is in line with the IIC’s broader strategic objectives and shorter-term goals

• Prepare an annual business plan and budget and monitor progress against this plan, to ensure that the IIC attains its objectives as cost-effectively and efficiently as possible

• Direct the global marketing activities

• Provide advice and assistance to the IIC’s various in country/in region Chapters

• Build a positive growth-oriented culture within the IIC, overseeing and coordinating staff development

PERSON SPECIFICATION

The successful candidate will be a dynamic and communicative leader, capable of winning trust and possessing the following attributes:

• A self-starter, able to take the initiative when opportunities arise

• Ability to multi-task and prioritise issues, maintaining calm and leadership, even when under pressure

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, communicates clearly and openly encouraging involvement at all levels

• A proven record of success in senior level general management, preferably in a related sector/membership organisation

• A strong and proven interest in the opportunities, challenges and issues existing in today’s world as a consequence of the fast-evolving digital ecosystem

• A proven record of excellent management of diverse teams and resources

• A wide knowledge of the TMT industry and the senior players in the digital ecosystem

• An understanding of financial management and wider management principles and techniques

• Political and presentational skills with an appreciation of the demands of competing interests and the constraints of regulatory frameworks

• Excellent organisational skills

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

TERMS OF APPOINTMENT Operating out of its office in Wimbledon, London and globally (significant international travel required).

This is a senior role and salary will be commensurate with the experience of the appointed candidate. Some flexibility will be available for this role.

HOW TO APPLY Saxton Bampfylde Ltd is acting as an employment agency advisor to the International Institute of Communications on this appointment. Candidates should apply for this role through our website at www.saxbam.com/appointments, using code VAHANA. Click on the ‘apply’ button and follow the instructions to upload a CV and cover letter. The closing date for applications is noon on 19 December 2019. GDPR personal data notice According to GDPR guidelines, we are only able to process your Sensitive Personal Data (racial or ethnic origin, political opinions, religious or philosophical beliefs, trade union membership, genetic data, biometric data, health, sex life, or sexual orientation) with your express consent. You will be asked to complete a consent form when you apply and please do not include any Sensitive Personal Data within your CV (although this can be included in your covering letter if you wish to do so), remembering also not to include contact details for referees without their prior agreement. The equal opportunities monitoring online form will not be shared with anyone involved in assessing your application. Please complete as part of the application process.