Kengen Chief Research and Development Officer Job in Kenya

Chief Research and Development Officer

Recruiter:     Kengen    
Contract     Permanent
Location:     Nairobi    
Category:     Science / Technology / R&D    
Available:     ASAP
Offer:     Neg

Introduction

Reporting to Technical Assurance & Quality Manager, the ideal candidate should possess vast knowledge in innovation initiatives and benchmarking against local and global trends and managing commercialization of research outputs.

Minimum Requirements

The Job

The jobholder is responsible for technical innovation, research and development programs, coordinating any research and development strategic goals the company is working towards, planning research processes and ensuring full utilization of the company’s research facilities and equipments.

The Person

The ideal candidate should be a holder of a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or Bachelor of Sciences (Geology/Physics/Chemistry/Environmental Science) with a minimum seven (7) years working experience, with a good understanding of the business environment. Masters in Science (MSc.) will be an added advantage.

• Possession of a post graduate diploma in project Management.
• Proven ability of managing Institutional collaboration.
• HeShe must be Ms Office proficient.
• Good Leadership, interpersonal and analytical skills.

Job Specification

Detailed descriptions of the jobs are posted in our website.  Interested applicants should apply through www.myjobsinkenya/kengen. Closing date for applications is 20th July 2012.

NB: KenGen is an equal opportunity employer and physically challenged persons are encouraged to apply.  Interested candidates are advised to apply for only ONE position where they feel they have key strengths.  Canvassing and falsifying of data will lead to automatic disqualification.