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ITA seeks a visionary leader as its Executive Director

ITA seeks a visionary leader as its Executive Director

08 July 2024

We are hiring: 

A leader with experience, vision, and drive,

A professional with passion to implement a strategy for a progressive future,

A manager who gets the best from the team,

A citizen of the world who enjoys travelling and views the world as one.

Be the Executive Director of this 50-year established NGO, founded under the auspices of the United Nations, and be responsible for steering its Secretariat and building out its relevance and global engagement.
Lead and build the Secretariat and implement strategies for the next 50 years of the Association.
You are an experienced administrator and team manager, fluent in English (spoken and written) with additional language skills an asset. You will interact with the President and Executive Council to provide the support services essential for keepingthe Association of 80 Member Nations relevant and effective.

Who? – Executive Director of the International Tunnelling and Underground Space Association (ITA), an association to promote the essential underground infrastructure that underpins our world.
What? – A fulltime leader of the Association’s Secretariat for the smooth and efficient functioning of the Executive Council and relations with its Member Nations, Committees, Working Groups, and industry Prime Sponsors, supporters, members, and associates.

Click here to access a detailed job description.


When? – No time to lose! Closing date is 1 August 2024 for evaluation during August and a decision of appointment during September 2024.
Where? – You will work remotely for the Swiss - based Association, travel to in-person events, and join regular virtual group meetings.
Why? – Realise your career goals of directing an internationalorganisation.
Remuneration will reflect the global focus of the position and your leadership skills and experience.
How? – Enjoy the work, revel in the success and relevance of the Association through your efforts and dedication.


Send your letter of Interest and CV/Resume to itaedsearch@gmailThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.