The successful applicant will be expected to be a dynamic person who will provide sound management and leadership to an Institute whose core functions are basic and applied scientific and industrial research. He/she will have to meet the public and industry’s requirements for scientific solutions while adding value to the Institute and the country as a whole.
QUALIFICATIONS
- A holder of a full Grade 12 certificate with credits or its equivalent.
- Must possess a bachelor’s degree in a scientific/engineering/technological field.
- Must possess a master’s degree in a scientific/engineering/technological field. A Master of Business Administration will be an added advantage.
- A PhD in a science or applied science or technological field from a recognized university.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The Director shall be responsible for the day-to-day administration of the Institute. The specific responsibilities shall include but will not be limited to the following:
- Provide leadership in scientific and industrial research and development.
- Provide leadership in making NISIR fit-for-purpose.
- Provide leadership in the application of science and technology in Zambia.
- Play a key role in the strategic planning and key decision-making processs.
- Implement policies and corporate objectives as formulated by the Board.
- Develop linkages with industry, institutions and other stakeholders for demand driven research and development activities and technology transfer.
- Plan and manage the hiving off and commercialization of products and processes beyond the laboratories.
- Develop, implement and monitor income-generating activities to facilitate demand driven research and development activities in conformity with needs of industry, institutions and other stakeholders.
- Advise the Board and Government on R&D opportunities and performance of NISIR in its contribution to the socio-economic development of the country.
- Prepare Annual Reports, budgets and manage accounts.
- Market the Institute locally, regionally and internationally to be recognized for scientific and technological outputs.
- Liaise with the Ministry responsible for Science and Technology and other relevant Institutions on matters related to Science and Technology development.
- Market the institute locally, regionally and internationally.
- Serve as Secretary to the Board
APPLICATION FORMAT
Interested persons should submit their applications labeled, ‘Executive Director – NISIR’, with a detailed CV, copies of academic records (grade 12 and up) and professional qualifications, a two (2) page vision for NISIR, contact telephone/mobile number(s) and email addresses. In addition, applicants must provide names of three referees with their postal and email addresses and phone numbers. The application package should be addressed to:
The Board Chairperson
National Institute for Scientific and Industrial Research
KK International Airport Road
P.O.BOX 310158
LUSAKA ,ZAMBIA
Applications can also be sent by email to: careers@nisir.org.zm
APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: 31st August, 2026.
