{"id":45729,"date":"2024-11-12T16:04:26","date_gmt":"2024-11-12T14:04:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fontes.lv\/vas-latvijas-dzelzcels-izsludina-konkursu-uz-valdespriekssedetaja-as-amatu\/"},"modified":"2024-12-11T13:46:49","modified_gmt":"2024-12-11T11:46:49","slug":"vas-latvijas-dzelzcels-izsludina-konkursu-uz-valdespriekssedetaja-as-amatu","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fontes.lv\/en\/vas-latvijas-dzelzcels-izsludina-konkursu-uz-valdespriekssedetaja-as-amatu\/","title":{"rendered":"VAS &#8220;Latvijas dzelzce\u013c\u0161&#8221; Announces Competition for the Position of Chairperson of the Board"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">VAS &#8220;Latvijas dzelzce\u013c\u0161&#8221; (Latvian Railways) is the infrastructure manager for Latvia\u2019s public-use railway network and the leading company within the Latvian Railways group. VAS &#8220;Latvijas dzelzce\u013c\u0161&#8221; is responsible for the operation, maintenance, and development of railway infrastructure and provides a comprehensive range of services, including access to public-use railway infrastructure, cargo processing, technical maintenance of wagons, electricity distribution and sales, rental, IT, telecommunications, and principal services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For more information, visit: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.ldz.lv\/\">www.ldz.lv<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Knowledge, Experience, and Competencies Required for the Position of Chairperson:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Mandatory Requirements:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Compliance with Section 31, Paragraph 4 of the Law on Governance of Public Capital Shares and Capital Companies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Adherence to restrictions outlined in the Law on the Prevention of Conflict of Interest in Activities of Public Officials, including restrictions on combining official duties as set forth in Articles 6, 7, 8, and 81.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Consent to assume public official status and abide by associated restrictions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Compliance with Section 9 of the Law on State Secrets (the role requires access to classified information; candidates must meet the requirements for a special permit).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Proficiency in the Latvian language at the C1 level, and English language proficiency at B2 level or higher (according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Academic or second-level professional higher education relevant to the field (engineering, management, economics, finance, transportation\/logistics, or a similar area).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Impeccable reputation, with no evidence to the contrary.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>At least three years of experience as a board member or equivalent senior management position in a medium or large organization, providing the competencies and knowledge required for the role of Chairperson.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Desirable Qualifications and Experience:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Proven experience managing or overseeing large-scale investment programs or projects (\u2265 EUR 5 million), preferably with EU financial instruments.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Successful experience in representing and advocating for the organization with stakeholders.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Documented experience in managing and\/or overseeing change processes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Board or council experience in a medium or large organization.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Knowledge of risk management processes and internal control systems.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Understanding of the operational field of VAS &#8220;Latvijas dzelzce\u013c\u0161&#8221; (infrastructure management, transit, logistics).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Knowledge of public capital company operations, corporate governance principles, and stakeholder management.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Management Competencies:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Strategic vision.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Result orientation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Change management.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Decision-making and accountability.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Team leadership.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Remuneration:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The monthly salary is EUR 12,000 gross, in accordance with the Cabinet of Ministers\u2019 regulations on public capital company board member remuneration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Selection Process:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The selection process will consist of three stages, led by a nomination committee and SIA &#8220;Fontes Executive Search.&#8221; Candidates advancing to the second round will be asked to submit a presentation on a topic specified by the nomination committee (maximum 15 minutes).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Application Process:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To apply, please submit the following documents by <strong>December 19, 2024<\/strong>, with the subject \u201cApplication for VAS &#8220;Latvijas dzelzce\u013c\u0161&#8221; Chairperson Position\u201d via email to: <strong><a>vpt@ldz.lv<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Motivated application letter (including evidence of relevant experience and skills).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Curriculum Vitae (CV) in the specified format.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Declaration of eligibility in the specified format.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Copies of higher education diplomas (for foreign qualifications, an equivalency certificate from the Center for Higher Education).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Proof of Latvian language proficiency if education was not obtained in Latvian and proficiency is not listed in the CV.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">All documents must be signed with a secure electronic signature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Interviews may be conducted in person or remotely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>For inquiries, contact:<\/strong> <a>Anna.Litvina@fontes.lv<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By applying for this position, candidates confirm that the information provided is true and consent to data processing by SIA &#8220;Fontes Executive Search&#8221; and VAS &#8220;Latvijas dzelzce\u013c\u0161&#8221; for recruitment purposes. Submitted data will be retained in a restricted-access system at VAS &#8220;Latvijas dzelzce\u013c\u0161&#8221; for five years post-competition to ensure the protection of rights. Data may be deleted upon request by emailing <a>datuaizsardziba@ldz.lv<\/a> unless required otherwise by law.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>VAS &#8220;Latvijas dzelzce\u013c\u0161&#8221; (Latvian Railways) is the infrastructure manager for Latvia\u2019s public-use railway network and the leading company within the Latvian Railways group. 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