Executive Director, Natural Resources and Materials – Botswana Institute for Technology Research and Innovation (BITRI)

The Botswana Institute for Technology Research and Innovation (BITRI) is a science and technology research institute established by the Government of Botswana in 2012 as a company limited by guarantee under the Ministry of Tertiary Education. Research. Science and Technology to undertake research, identify and or develop appropriate technologies in line with national priorities and needs of Botswana. B1TR1 invites high performance-oriented suitably qualified applicants for the following executive position:

Executive Director, Natural Resources and Materials

 

Requirements
Education:

•A PhD in any Natural Sciences discipline or related.
•Professional qualification from a recognised institution or any other equivalent qualification acceptable to the Botswana Institute for Technology, Research and Innovation (BITRI).

Experience and working knowledge:

•At least 15 years of research post-qualification experience with proven knowledge in Environment, Materials and Water. The experience must include at least 3 years of executive managerial experience.
•Evidence of supervision of researchers is essential.
•Evidence of experience in the commercialisation of research is essential.
•Evidence of sourcing research funds is essential.
•Demonstrated publication record in international journals.
•Experience in conducting applied research would be an added advantage.
•Exposure to similar functions in a R&D environment would be an advantage.

Required Competencies
Technical competences
•Strong international perspective gained either through relevant working overseas or working for an internationally focused R&D and/or technology organisation in Botswana.
•Sound knowledge of current research trends in Environment, Material and Water
•A good appreciation of the positive impact of the research program on the lives of Batswana.
•Computer literate. Experience with systems and applications relevant to the specific work area.
•Programme management and development.
•Knowledge of R&D sector in Botswana (policies, strategies, legislations, regulations).
•Knowledge of R&D principles, practices, processes, methodologies etc.
•Excellent networks in relevant public and private sector organisations and international agencies in Botswana and beyond.

Other competences
•Creativity, innovation, flexibility and analytical thinking.
•Results oriented and performance driven.
•Decisiveness and assertiveness.
•Communication, influence, impact.
•Service oriented and client focus.
•Team building, leadership skills and motivation.
•People management and interpersonal skills.
•Planning, organising, budgeting, resource management.

Remuneration

BITRI offers attractive working conditions and remuneration commensurate with qualifications and experience. The above post is for five (5) years fixed term contract of employment.

Interested candidates can apply at the following link: https://insurance.jobsbotswana.info/6CXZ3 and provide amongst others a comprehensive CV with three traceable referees and certified copies of certificates.

Closing DateThe closing date for applications is Friday 6th December 2019.