Director General (Government Agency)
Chief executive of a statutory body or government agency — accountable to a board and the responsible minister for the agency’s performance.
Typical Salary
J$8M
to J$16M per year
Open Roles
25+
across Jamaica
Job Market
Stable
~25 agencies nationally
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Career Paths
Technical/Admin Officer→Director→Deputy Director General→Director General
Salary Range in Jamaica
Mid
Entry: J$8MSenior: J$16M
Key Skills
Agency leadership
Board reporting
Strategic planning
Financial oversight
Regulatory compliance
Stakeholder engagement
Performance management
Public communications
Education
Minimum Entry
- BSc relevant field
- 10+ years senior management
Preferred
- MBA or MSc Public Administration
- Board-level experience
Professional Qualifications
- Board appointment
- Cabinet Office endorsement
- Professional credentials
Market Trend
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