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The Jersey Consumer Council is looking for "an exceptional and experienced candidate" to take on the role of Chairperson.
The chosen candidate will follow in the footsteps of current chairperson, Advocate Rose Colley, whose tenure ends early next year after six years.
The ideal candidate is described as "a high-profile consumer champion," with expertise and political awareness in current consumer issues. Candidates need "excellent communication and social skills to engage with stakeholders, government and the media, as well as the community," as well as "a strong consumer voice to empower individuals."
The day-to-day activities of the Council are managed by the Executive Officer with the Chairperson undertaking a strategic and active role. The chairperson will need to commit around 12 hours a month.
The Jersey Consumer Council is a research and policy-based advocate for "good consumer market conduct." They investigate and publicise anomalies in consumer affairs and provide Islanders with accurate and timely information to help them make informed decisions.
More information on the position can be obtained, on a confidential basis, by contacting the Executive Officer at 611161 or by email at recruitment@jerseyconsumercouncil.org.je
Applications should be emailed or send to the Executive Officer, Jersey Consumer Council, 9-13 Central Market St. Helier JE2 4WL before 5 January 2018. They should include a CV and a supporting letter marked 'Private and Confidential.'
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