Application Deadline: 18 Jun 2015
COSTECH began operations in 1986 and since then, it has been the principal advisory organ of the government on all matters relating to science, technology and innovation (STI). It is entrusted with the advisory role of formulating policy on science and technology and its implementation; it monitors and coordinates scientific research, technology development and transfer; acquires, stores and disseminates scientific and technological information and fosters regional and international cooperation.
From its establishment COSTECH has registered a number of milestone achievements that are documented in annual reports and reflected in the contribution of STI to the sustainable development of Tanzania. Broad achievements include establishment and review of policies related to STI, development and increased access to technologies (crop varieties, implements, drugs, conservation etc.
contribution to the National Strategy for Growth and Reduction of Poverty (NSGRP) and dissemination of STI information (media, conferences, workshops, participation in technical groups etc.). These have been made possible by the convening power of COSTECH to bring together stakeholders from all sectors (public and private) and all categories (formal and informal) to jointly discuss matters related to STI and development. COSTECH has also been able to garner larger government support in terms of funding for its activities that has built credibility in the research landscape.
The commission is implementing the rolling strategic plan of 2015/2016 - 2019/2020, also is undergoing remarkable modernization including structural changes and implementation of new and more attractive scheme of service and competitive salary structure. Due to the implementation of the strategic plan, the following positions are vacant and require to be filled as soon as possible.
Director of Knowledge Management
Reports to the Director General
Duties and Responsibilities:
To promote knowledge sharing through the organization's and strengthen links between sharing and information system;
To monitor and evaluate the knowledge sharing program, including internal benchmarking and programs;
To manage systems and knowledge and play key role in transforming the organization into learning organization;
To lead in the development of institution culture, processes, infrastructure and information resources to facilitate the
creation and utilization of knowledge institution;
Improve knowledge, sharing within COSTECH and with stakeholders in order to create new knowledge that will enable learning and innovate as knowledge institution;
To conduct annual knowledge audits for systematic identification and analysis of knowledge needs, products and services, flows, users, and gaps from perspective of learning lessons;
To promote knowledge creation during internal and external events, through support to the design and facilitation of events/key meetings, in order to promote, document and create new knowledge and learning through informal and semi-formal exchange; ,
To develop short and long term programmes of collecting, processing and dissemination of information on scientific and technological development;
To advise on matters pertaining to the development of documentation and information at all levels;
To cooperate with national and international research and development institutions and data centers for the purpose of collecting and exchanging science, technology information;
To keep the scientific community and the general public informed about the developments in science and technology through various means of communication
To spearhead the establishment of the innovative network of academic and research institutions that will enable them to work together in a highly-connected environment where they can engage themselves in scientific endeavors from discovery to science diplomacy;
To continuously monitor and provide technical guidance for the review of existing laws and advice on appropriate laws and regulations necessary to be promulgated to improve upon the ICT environment that will attract direct foreign investment.
To develop resource mobilization strategy that will include sale of information and information services;
To advise on formulating related standards, regulation and guidance including system security and risk management;
To provide support and advice to the Director General on strategy and detailed work programming with regards to the last miles connections to the national fiber optic backbone network;
To conceptualize, establish and maintain active and relevant information systems of benefit to the Commission and to the entire scientific community, nationally, regionally and internationally;
To plan ,organize and call for meetings of the R&D Advisory Committee on ICT on quarterly basis;
To harmonize the work of ICT R&D committee in line with other R&D Advisory Committees;
Qualifications:
Holder of a Master degree in Information Science, Technology and Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), Open Source Protocal (OSP) or equivalent qualification from recognized Institutions. PhD will be an added advantage
Demonstrated work experience of 12 years in research ideally gained in a business environment where team work and flexibility were paramount. Evidence based contribution to scientific publications in reputable journals, books, and conferences.
Sound understanding of the ICT Innovation system in Tanzania will be an added advantage.
Salary Scale: COSS 14
Application letter, briefing stating why the candidate qualify for the position.
A current resume or curriculum vitae that provides clearly the applicant's work experience and other relevant information for the job.
Academic and professional certificates and awards.
Names of three referees.
Applicants are requested to indicate their telephone numbers and e-mail addresses for easy contact.
All applications must be addressed to the undersigned and must reach him v within two weeks' time after the first appearance of this advertisement in the newspaper.
Director General,
Tanzania Commission for Science and Technology,
PO Box 4302,
DAR ES SALAAM
Director of Knowledge Management POSITION DESCRIPTION:
From Daily News,4th June 2015COSTECH began operations in 1986 and since then, it has been the principal advisory organ of the government on all matters relating to science, technology and innovation (STI). It is entrusted with the advisory role of formulating policy on science and technology and its implementation; it monitors and coordinates scientific research, technology development and transfer; acquires, stores and disseminates scientific and technological information and fosters regional and international cooperation.
From its establishment COSTECH has registered a number of milestone achievements that are documented in annual reports and reflected in the contribution of STI to the sustainable development of Tanzania. Broad achievements include establishment and review of policies related to STI, development and increased access to technologies (crop varieties, implements, drugs, conservation etc.
contribution to the National Strategy for Growth and Reduction of Poverty (NSGRP) and dissemination of STI information (media, conferences, workshops, participation in technical groups etc.). These have been made possible by the convening power of COSTECH to bring together stakeholders from all sectors (public and private) and all categories (formal and informal) to jointly discuss matters related to STI and development. COSTECH has also been able to garner larger government support in terms of funding for its activities that has built credibility in the research landscape.
The commission is implementing the rolling strategic plan of 2015/2016 - 2019/2020, also is undergoing remarkable modernization including structural changes and implementation of new and more attractive scheme of service and competitive salary structure. Due to the implementation of the strategic plan, the following positions are vacant and require to be filled as soon as possible.
Director of Knowledge Management
Reports to the Director General
Duties and Responsibilities:
To promote knowledge sharing through the organization's and strengthen links between sharing and information system;
To monitor and evaluate the knowledge sharing program, including internal benchmarking and programs;
To manage systems and knowledge and play key role in transforming the organization into learning organization;
To lead in the development of institution culture, processes, infrastructure and information resources to facilitate the
creation and utilization of knowledge institution;
Improve knowledge, sharing within COSTECH and with stakeholders in order to create new knowledge that will enable learning and innovate as knowledge institution;
To conduct annual knowledge audits for systematic identification and analysis of knowledge needs, products and services, flows, users, and gaps from perspective of learning lessons;
To promote knowledge creation during internal and external events, through support to the design and facilitation of events/key meetings, in order to promote, document and create new knowledge and learning through informal and semi-formal exchange; ,
To develop short and long term programmes of collecting, processing and dissemination of information on scientific and technological development;
To advise on matters pertaining to the development of documentation and information at all levels;
To cooperate with national and international research and development institutions and data centers for the purpose of collecting and exchanging science, technology information;
To keep the scientific community and the general public informed about the developments in science and technology through various means of communication
To spearhead the establishment of the innovative network of academic and research institutions that will enable them to work together in a highly-connected environment where they can engage themselves in scientific endeavors from discovery to science diplomacy;
To continuously monitor and provide technical guidance for the review of existing laws and advice on appropriate laws and regulations necessary to be promulgated to improve upon the ICT environment that will attract direct foreign investment.
To develop resource mobilization strategy that will include sale of information and information services;
To advise on formulating related standards, regulation and guidance including system security and risk management;
To provide support and advice to the Director General on strategy and detailed work programming with regards to the last miles connections to the national fiber optic backbone network;
To conceptualize, establish and maintain active and relevant information systems of benefit to the Commission and to the entire scientific community, nationally, regionally and internationally;
To plan ,organize and call for meetings of the R&D Advisory Committee on ICT on quarterly basis;
To harmonize the work of ICT R&D committee in line with other R&D Advisory Committees;
Qualifications:
Holder of a Master degree in Information Science, Technology and Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), Open Source Protocal (OSP) or equivalent qualification from recognized Institutions. PhD will be an added advantage
Demonstrated work experience of 12 years in research ideally gained in a business environment where team work and flexibility were paramount. Evidence based contribution to scientific publications in reputable journals, books, and conferences.
Sound understanding of the ICT Innovation system in Tanzania will be an added advantage.
Salary Scale: COSS 14
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Interested and qualified candidates for these positions must' submit the following for consideration of the applications:-Application letter, briefing stating why the candidate qualify for the position.
A current resume or curriculum vitae that provides clearly the applicant's work experience and other relevant information for the job.
Academic and professional certificates and awards.
Names of three referees.
Applicants are requested to indicate their telephone numbers and e-mail addresses for easy contact.
All applications must be addressed to the undersigned and must reach him v within two weeks' time after the first appearance of this advertisement in the newspaper.
Director General,
Tanzania Commission for Science and Technology,
PO Box 4302,
DAR ES SALAAM
Director of Knowledge Management at Tanzania Commission for Science and Technology
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