Vacancy- Technical Officer

To manage the day-to-day operations of the Plant and Equipment Department and the technical production of the Foundation’s events.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Advise on all purchases, maintenance and repairs in respect of the Foundation’s technical equipment and vehicles;
• Provide supervision of all technical areas, including sound, lighting, set design, stage management and electrical installation for the Foundation’s theatrical and entertainment productions;
• Maintain and supervise all performance spaces of the Foundation;
• Liaise with and supervise staff and contractors as required, in respect of work carried out by the Foundation;
• Set up and maintain an appropriate inventory control system to safeguard the Foundation’s technical equipment;
• Provide oral and written reports to the Chief Executive Officer and the Board on matters relating to the Plant and Equipment Department of the Foundation on a monthly basis;
• Supervise members of staff of the Plant and Equipment Department;
• Evaluate the performance of each member of the Plant and Equipment Department on an annual basis;
• Review and refine job descriptions, workflows, systems and procedures within the Technical Department, to meet current and projected needs;
• Recommend changes where deemed necessary to enhance productivity and profitability;
• Perform any other relevant duties as may be assigned from time to time;

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A degree or equivalent qualification from an approved institution in Theatre Management, Technical Theatre, Technical Production or some related discipline and have a sound knowledge of cultural/entertainment production management.

Applications accompanied with current Curriculum Vitae should reach the NCF no later than 4:00 p.m. on Friday, April 14, 2023 or sent via email: Application for Technical Officer to carol-roberts@ncf.bb and be addressed to:

The Chief Executive Officer
The National Cultural Foundation
West Terrace
Saint James