Job Vacancy For Director Of CSIR-Crop Research Institute (CRI)

The position





The successful applicant will:





• Serve as the Head of the institute and will be responsible to the Director-General for the day-to-day administration of the affairs of the institute


• Establish effective linkages with relevant institutions and agencies within and outside the CSIR


• Co-ordinate prioritised research of the institute under the broad guidance of the Director-General


• Promote the transfer of technology to industry in general


• Co-ordinate research funding initiatives, and provide services and inputs to determine research priorities, as well as formulate and implement science and technology plans


• Be responsible for the overall management and development fo the human resource base of the institution





Qualification Required & Experience





• A PhD Degree or equivalent qualification in Agricultural or Biological Sciences from a recognised university or institution


• Not less than 12 years of experience in Research and Development (R&D), including at least 5 years of successful experience in a management position


• Distinguished research contribution as evidenced by scientific publications. The research output should be adjusted to be at least equivalent to that of a Principal Research for national development


• Good knowledge of the agencies in the relevant sectors, as well as the ability to interact with top management in other institutions and agencies


• Proven ability to inspire research staff and supporting personnel


• Ability to generate and attract funding, both internally and externally to support research activities.


• Ability to translate policy decisions into actionable programmes


• Good interpersonal relations





Age Limit: The applicant must be 55 years or less





Tenure: The position is for 5 years in the first instance and may be renewed subject to satisfactory performance on the job





Salary: The salary is attractive with fringe benefits





Location: Kumasi