Senior Officer for Partnership and Commercialization (REF: EAC/EASTECO/HR/03 - 07 - 17) at East African Science and Technology Commission (EASTECO)

Application deadline 2017-08-16

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Description

Grade:P2
Organ/Institution: East African Science and Technology Commission
Reports to: Principal Officer (Partnership, Outreach and Commercialization)
JOB DESCRIPTION
Main Purpose of the Job:
To support the development of science and technology partnerships and assist in the development of commercial opportunities for research, technology and expertise as well as commercialization of intellectual property generated at Research and Development Institutions in the Community.
The job holder will work with partners to create innovative market test strategies and to develop new opportunities for market introduction, and manage relationships with STI partners

Duties and Responsibilities:
1.Cultivate andmaintain partnerships in among STI partners while also developing policies that allow partnerships to thrive;
2.In collaboration with relevant STI stakeholders, develop and implement strategies for strategic partnerships/collaborations for effective promotion and development of STI in the Community;
3.Develop and implement innovative strategies for engaging non state actors including global/regional corporation, philanthropic foundations and civil society organizationsto help meet EASTECO objectives;
4.Championand manage new projects to create stronger partnerships including public–private partnerships, university R&D centers-industry linkages i.a in furtherance of EASTECO objectives;
5.Develop and implement intellectual property management and
commercialization strategies incl. standards setting and harmonization;
6.Assist in the development of commercial opportunities for research, technology and expertise including the development and negotiation of Research and Development agreements between research institution s and industry/companies/other organizations, as well as funding opportunities;
7.Foster an entrepreneurial culture and build partnerships between research, business and government communities;
8.Facilitate and coordinate the commercialization of intellectual property generated at research institutions to realize the potential impact of research in the region by embedding commercialization support into different stages of research, impact and innovation cycles
9.Facilitate the identification and evaluation of technologies with commercial applications, and provides central support to regional research and innovation activities across the various stakeholders including academia, research institutions and industry;
10.Develop and coordinate Technology Transfer programmes and projects for wealth creation;
11.Participate in regional policy formulation;
12.Assist in the formulation of programs and projects to promote the inculcation of a science and technology culture in the Partner States.

Qualifications and Experience:
i.A Masters Degree in one or more of the following fields; engineering, physical sciences or informatics. Other relevant qualifications related to Partnership Development willbe an advantage.Should have demonstrable competencies in technology-related project management and business development.
ii.8 years’ experience in technology and Intellectual Property related business development and commercialization, with 3 years’ experience in implementing the innovation process in a research intensive
iii.Experience in partnership development, collaborative research and technology commercialization/transfer highly desirable;

Skills and Competencies:
-Expert Strategic planning and organization skills;
-Good Administrative and Organizational skills;
-Good Partnership mobilization skills;
-Good analytical and communication skills;
-Good interpersonal skills and ability to work in a multi
-cultural/diverse environment;
-Proficiency in computer applications and report writing;
-Ability to thrive in a fast paced environment;
-Proficiency in the English language;
-High energy, enthusiasm and initiative.

Duration of Contract:
Five (5) years, renewable once

APPLICATION
To apply for this job, please go to the following website easteco.org