Managing Director

About Mental Health Caribbean

Mental Health Caribbean (MHC) is a specialized organization in the field of mental health care in the Caribbean Netherlands and the Caribbean region. Since its founding in 2012, MHC has established a strong presence in the region. Our mission is to provide high-quality mental health care to people of all ages, from young to old, with the goal of improving the quality of life for the residents of the Caribbean Netherlands. At MHC, we believe in an approach that focuses not only on the client’s health and well-being, but also on the influence of other areas of life such as family, work, housing, and finances. Every client is unique to MHC!

Job Description

As Managing Director, you will play a multifaceted role within MHC. You will be responsible not only for developing strategic policies that proactively respond to current developments, but also for being flexible enough to make adjustments as needed. The ability to effectively align the annual organizational plan with the strategic plan is essential. This involves regular consultations with relevant stakeholders and timely adjustments as needed, while keeping the Supervisory Board consistently informed.

As Executive Director, you have extensive experience in the field of diversity and inclusion and are familiar with the various cultures on the islands. Recognizing that MHC serves a diverse client base, you are able to shape and develop MHC’s vision in an inclusive manner. You ensure that MHC—an organization in transition—continues to make a difference through its strong position and leadership role!

In addition, we expect you to represent the organization effectively to external stakeholders and to be able to influence policy at both the local and regional levels. Strong financial acumen is essential, as is the ability to take timely and well-considered corrective actions when necessary.

You are responsible for safeguarding and building upon what MHC has achieved to date, with the aim of maintaining the quality of care within the organization and continuously improving both employee and client satisfaction. Continuously promoting collaboration across the network—including with the so-called CAS islands—is always a top priority. In addition, we expect you to be skilled at leading and motivating employees in an inclusive manner within the established frameworks, creating a positive work environment and ensuring employees are motivated to achieve the set objectives.

You can find more information about us via the following links on our website.

MHC About Us: MHC Management Philosophy, MHC Dual Management, MHC Strategic Plan, MHC Organizational Chart,MHC Annual Report 2022.

Desired skills

To be successful in this role, you’ll need a well-developed set of skills, including:

• Strategic Thinking & Decision-Making: The ability to chart a long-term course, develop strategic policies, and make well-considered decisions within established frameworks, based on political, social, and organizational developments.
• Leadership and Management Skills: Effectively leading a diverse group of employees, guiding the management team, and coordinating and implementing processes to achieve organizational objectives.
• Connective & Culturally Sensitive: Building relationships, fostering collaboration, bringing people from diverse backgrounds together, and being sensitive to different cultural backgrounds while treating diversity with respect. Extensive experience with diversity and inclusion is more than just a plus.
• Innovation and Change Management: Ensuring, initiating, and leading organizational change; developing and implementing innovative projects; and coordinating multidisciplinary projects within an organization undergoing transition.
• External Communication and Networking: Communicating effectively with external stakeholders, maintaining and developing strategic relationships, and negotiating with various stakeholders, both internal and external.
• Quality Assurance and Customer Satisfaction: Ensuring high-quality care, promoting employee and customer satisfaction, and establishing and maintaining quality control systems.
• Communication skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills to clearly convey policy proposals, plans, and positions, both internally and externally.
• Perseverance & Motivation: Demonstrating determination and staying the course, even in the face of setbacks, and inspiring, encouraging, and supporting others to reach their full potential.
• Seeing the Big Picture & Talent-Based Coaching: Looking beyond individual problems, considering the long-term impact, and guiding, developing, and supporting others as they discover and leverage their strengths and talents.
• Financial management: Understanding the organization’s financial situation, preparing budgets, managing financial statements, and taking corrective action as needed.

Interested?

If this challenging role appeals to you and you possess the necessary skills, sufficient relevant experience, and the right motivation, we look forward to receiving your application. We offer potential candidates opportunities for growth, a positive work culture, and a role where you can truly make an impact. MHC is being assisted in this process by the executive search firm Colourful People. You can apply by submitting your resume and cover letter (both in PDF format) as soon as possible but no later than May 23 to upload via the application form on the Colourful People website. If we receive enough qualified applicants, we may close the application process early.

If you are interested or have any questions about the terms of employment, please contact René F. Burgler, Esq., senior partner at Colourful People, directly via WhatsApp. 06-2857-5436 or email r.burgler@colourfulpeople.nl.

Our Schedule:

Preliminary interviews in weeks 21 and 22.
First appointment at MHC in the Netherlands on June 10, week 24.
Second appointment at MHC in the Netherlands on June 14, week 24.
Visit to MHC in the Caribbean Netherlands for the preferred candidate in week 26.

At MHC, we strive to make a difference through a unique management philosophy and model, which are deeply rooted in our core values and vision for healthcare. We look forward to welcoming a dynamic leader who shares our mission and can guide our organization through its transition to new heights.

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