1. ACCOUNTABILITY OBJECTIVE: Responsible for providing technical and administrative support to the Director, Nationality and Passport in the management and administration of the Passport and Records Management functions of the Department, including overseeing the provision of passport and nationality services to the Diaspora (Missions and Embassies) to ensure the well-being of Belize Citizens both at home and abroad. 2. NATURE AND SCOPE: The Assistant Director, Nationality and Passport is required to provide support to the Director, Nationality and Passport in the management and administration of the Nationality and Passport Department in accordance with the Belizean Nationality Act, Chapter 161 and the Passport Act, Chapter 164 of the Laws of Belize and their respective regulations. The incumbent advises and provides direct support to the Director in areas of policy formulation and implementation, drafting Standard Operating Procedures and monitoring their effectiveness, assisting in the development of the Department’s Strategic Plans and making recommendations on issues currently affecting or likely to affect the Department. The Assistant Director, Nationality and Passport manages the day-to-day operations of the Records Management and Passport Units, providing leadership and guidance to the respective Heads of Unit and staff. The incumbent also ensures the provision of passport and nationality services and related with respect to the Diaspora (Missions and Embassies) and ensures the provision of all nationality and passport services at each District Office. The incumbent liaises with the Senior Immigration and Immigration Officers In-Charge of a District Office and also conducts periodic visits to such offices and makes timely interventions to ensure that service delivery is at its optimal. The incumbent supervises staff within the department and is expected to oversee their development in all the requisite specialist areas. In addition, the incumbent must demonstrate excellent interpersonal and organizational skills and display the communication skills required to interact with senior and junior personnel within the Public Service as well as representatives of outside agencies, organizations and regional and international bodies.

In accordance with the Belize Constitution (Public Service) Regulations, 2014 and Financial and Store Orders.

QUALIFICATION, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE Recognized Master’s degree in Public Sector Management, Public Administration, Management Studies, Business Administration, or such related disciplines. Plus At least ten (10) years’ post degree experience with at least eight (8) years serving in a position of responsible charge. Experience supervising and managing professional staff and being a trusted resource as a member of senior level executive team.

COMPETENCIES/SKILLS  Specialized training in needs assessment or programme development.  Excellent knowledge of Belizean Nationality Act, Aliens Act, Immigration Act with the ability to rapidly understand and implement the requirements of relevant legislation, with proper consideration of the implications and outcomes of such administration.  Excellent knowledge and competence in management, planning and use of resources.  Knowledge of the Belize Public Service Regulations, Government Workers Regulations, Financial Orders and Stores Orders.  Specialized proficiency in the use of computer applications for word processing, spreadsheet development, electronic form creation and related.