ORGANIZATION: GAMCOTRAP (The Gambia Committee on Traditional Practices) POSITION TITLE: Executive Director INCUMBENT: Dr. Isatou Touray REPORTS TO: Board of Directors LOCATION: The Gambia
POSITION SUMMARY Dr. Isatou Touray, as Executive Director, provides strategic leadership and overall management of GAMCOTRAP, ensuring the organization effectively fulfills its mission to eliminate harmful traditional practices affecting women and children. This position is responsible for organizational strategy, program oversight, financial management, stakeholder relations, and staff leadership.
Develop and implement organizational strategic plans in collaboration with the Board of Directors Ensure alignment of programs and activities with GAMCOTRAP’s mission and values Provide regular reports to the Board on organizational performance and progress Represent GAMCOTRAP at national and international forums
Program Management & Development Oversee all program activities to ensure quality, impact, and compliance with objectives Identify opportunities for program expansion and innovation Monitor and evaluate program outcomes and impact on target communities Ensure integration of best practices across all organizational activities
Financial & Resource Management Ensure sound financial management and sustainability of the organization Oversee budget development, monitoring, and reporting Lead resource mobilization efforts and donor relationship management Ensure compliance with donor requirements and financial regulations
Partnership & Advocacy Build and maintain strategic partnerships with government, NGOs, donors, and community stakeholders Lead advocacy initiatives on harmful traditional practices at local, national, and international levels Serve as primary spokesperson for GAMCOTRAP Strengthen GAMCOTRAP’s visibility and reputation
Human Resource Management Provide leadership, supervision, and support to all staff members Foster a positive, inclusive, and productive organizational culture Ensure staff capacity building and professional development Oversee recruitment, performance management, and retention strategies