Executive Director
Lusaka
Contract
Senior Level
Master's Degree or Higher
Posted 8 days ago
Due in about 1 month (31 Aug)
The National Institute for Scientific and Industrial Research (NISIR) was established by Statutory Instrument No. 73 of 1998 pursuant to the Science and Technology Act No. 26 of 1997 of the Laws of Zambia to spearhead Research and Development (R&D) activities in order to promote and accelerate sustainable socio-economic growth of the country. More information about NISIR can be found at its website http://www.nisir.org.zm
The NISIR Board is currently seeking to appoint an outstanding individual to the position of Executive Director of the Institute. The candidate who should drive and enhance the mission of the institute should be mature, qualified, experienced and self-driven and an innovative individual.
The successful candidate shall be appointed on contract for an initial period of five (05) years and will be required to agree to specific Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) with the Board of NISIR through the Board Chairperson. On-the-job assessment of the Executive Director shall be based on performance and the contract may be renewed for a further period of five (05) years.
Qualifications or requirements
- 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.
Experience needed
- Minimum of 10 years experience in Research and Development work at a senior level.
- Proven strong leadership and strategic and analytical thinking with good writing, administrative, information dissemination, entrepreneurial and computer skills.
- Mature, self-motivated, innovative, highly effective communicator and team builder with a business acumen.
- Proven track record of published refereed scientific and/or technical work.
- Demonstrable effective interpersonal skills particularly when dealing with Government officials, industry personnel, International Cooperating Partners and related R&D Institutions.
- Demonstrable Management and Administrative skills with a proven record in Resource Mobilisation.
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.
How to Apply
Interested individuals who meet the under-listed qualifications are therefore invited to apply for the position.
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 mail addresses. In addition, applicants must provide names of three referees with their postal and mail 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
APPLICATION CLOSING DATE
31st August, 2026.
Apply by emailing: directorate@nisir.org.zm