DIRECTOR, RESEARCH, CONSULTANCY AND DEVELOPMENT

JOB OVERVIEW

The Director of Research and Innovation is responsible for leading and overseeing the strategic direction, development, and management of the Institute’s research and innovation initiatives. The role entails fostering a culture of research excellence, driving innovative projects, and ensuring the effective dissemination and application of research findings. The Director will play a pivotal role in positioning the Institute as a leader in research and innovation, both nationally and internationally.

Key Responsibilities: The Director shall:

a) Provide consultancy services to both public and private institutions;

b) Conduct research in order to support the financial sustainability of the Institution and inform decision making;

c) Develop and review Monitoring and Evaluation Manuals and guidelines;

d) Monitor and evaluate the delivery of training, development and other institutional programmes in order to determine deviations and recommend appropriate interventions;

e) Develop and maintain a Monitoring and Evaluation system in order to support evidence-based information pertaining to transfer of knowledge;

f) Evaluate the impact of training and development in order to ascertain whether learning has taken place;

g) Conduct training needs assessment to establish the training requirements for the Zambian civil service;

h) Promote innovation and initiative in order to contribute to the body of knowledge and improve service delivery;

i) Coordinate the development of internal Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and Service Charters;

j) Coordinate the development, review and implementation of Strategic and other plans; and

k) Collaborate with stakeholders on the conduct of research in order to generate information for informed decision making.

l) Active membership to a relevant professional body.

Qualifications and Skills Requirements:

a) School Certificate; university Entrant

b) A Bachelor’s degree in any field from a reputable university.

c) A Master’s degree in any field from a reputable university

d) An earned PhD that is closely aligned with both the Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees.

e) Proven hands-on experience in research design, development, and implementation.

f) An impressive track record of scholarly works and publications in the field of research and innovation.

g) Strong project management and leadership skills.

h) Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

i) Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.

j) Strong analytical skills.

k) Dedication to upholding the highest standards of professionalism and ethics.

l) A minimum of 10 years of experience working in a research and innovation environment or teaching in a higher learning institution.