Reporting to the Director, an officer at this level will be in charge of the Research, Technology and Innovation Department. Specifically work will involve co-ordination of research activities in Industrial Research, Technology and Innovation disciplines and including management of collaborative R&D related projects and activities. He/she will be required to advise the Director on the status of research, Technology and Innovation activities in the Institute; and carrying out Financial, Planning & Administrative duties in the Research, Technology and Innovation Department.
Qualifications
For appointment to this position, a candidate must have:
- PhD degree in any of the following fields: Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical/Electronics, Computer, Civil Engineering, Materials science/Ceramics, Leather, Textile, Food Science and Technology, Microbiology, Information Science/Technology, Computer Engineering, Socio-Science/Economics, Energy and Environmental Sciences or its equivalent from a recognized Institution
- Served at a top management position in a relevant R&D institution or equivalent for a minimum period of three (3) years.
- Demonstrated managerial, administrative and professional competence.
- A clear understanding of the role of industrial research in Kenya’s social and economic development.
- Experience in leading and managing research programmes and teams and evidence of published research papers in reputable international journals.
- Proven capability in resource mobilization and establishing quality working linkages with development partners/organizations.
- Be computer literate
- Undergone strategic management course for a minimum period of six (6) Weeks from a recognized institution.
- Excellent communication skills
- Good interpersonal skills
- A person of high integrity
- A team player
- A strategic thinker
Interested candidates for the job must attach clearance certificates from;
- Kenya Revenue Authority
- Higher Education Loans Board
- Commission for University Education for degrees obtained outside Kenya
- Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission
- Directorate of Criminal Investigation (Certificate of Good Conduct)
- An approved Credit Reference Bureau
NB: This position will be held on a three (3) year contract renewable based on performance
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