Role Summary

The successful applicant will assist with the management of the Office of the Supervisor of Elections to ensure registration of voters, and the efficient and effective administration of elections in accordance with Election Laws.

Main Responsibilities

1. Assist the Supervisor of Elections in the establishment of policies and directives for operational planning in accordance with established laws, rules and regulations governing the Office of the Supervisor of Elections.
2. Assist with the planning and implementation of future programs and procedures in accordance with laws, and recommendations from Cabinet and/or the House of Assembly.
3. Assist with the management of voter registration and electoral management system and use the same to examine data trends, develop queries to generate various reports, review entries to ensure purging and removal of registrants, and that changes are completed in accordance with established guidelines.
4. Assist with identifying data sources, definitions and program guidelines to pinpoint potential weaknesses or areas of development to maintain the integrity of data, and use the same design and/or restructure programs, where applicable.
5. Identify, and where necessary, facilitate training of the staff under their direct supervision, prospective election officers, candidates, and political parties.
6. Hear objections to the registration of voters in a timely and professional manner.
7. Develop and implement communication strategies geared toward heightening awareness on electoral procedures, and eligibility requirements for eligible voters.
8. Conduct voter registration drives and other outreach activities, and assist with the preparation and distribution of election related pamphlets, brochures, instructional guides, advertising and promotional materials.
9. Provide administrative support to the Supervisor of Elections in drafting correspondences, and assist in the preparation of post-election reports, annual reports, and other required research to review and improve the administration of elections.
10. Act as Supervisor of Elections in his/her absence.
11. Perform any other related duties as required by the Supervisor of Elections, Permanent Secretary and/or the Deputy Governor in order to contribute to the effectiveness and efficiency of the Elections Office.

Minimum Qualifications

• In accordance with the Elections Amendment Act No. 014 of 2011 Section 3.(1), the Deputy Supervisor of Elections shall be in possession of the following:
• The necessary qualifications to practice in the Virgin Islands as a barrister or a solicitor with at least one year administrative experience respecting elections;
• An undergraduate degree with at least two years administrative or supervisory experience respecting elections;
•                   OR
• At least five years administrative or supervisory experience respecting elections
• Excellent knowledge of Government structure, policies, procedures and regulations
• Expert knowledge of the laws and procedures governing the electoral process
• Expert knowledge of the British Nationality Act
• Sound knowledge of the use of standard office equipment and computer applications
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills Excellent leadership and managerial skills