Director of CSIR-OIL Palm Research Institute at Council For Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)

About the Position

The Council For Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) is seeking a Director for the Oil Palm Research Institute. The successful applicant will serve as the Head of the Institute and report directly to the Director-General.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day administration and operations of the institute
• Establish effective linkages with relevant institutions and agencies within and outside CSIR
• Coordinate prioritized research initiatives under the broad guidance of the Director-General
• Promote technology transfer to industry and agricultural business, and commercialize research outputs
• Coordinate research funding initiatives and provide services to determine research priorities
• Formulate and implement science and technology plans
• Manage and develop the human resource base of the institute

Required Qualifications

• PhD degree or equivalent qualification in Agricultural, Biological, Physical Sciences, or a related discipline from a recognized university or institute
• Minimum 12 years of experience in research and development (R&D)
• At least 5 years of successful experience in a management position
• Distinguished research contribution evidenced by scientific publications at the level equivalent to Principal Research Scientist or Associate Professor

Required Skills and Competencies

• Ability to organize, direct, and coordinate activities within a research institute for national development
• Strong knowledge of relevant sector agencies
• Excellent leadership and management capabilities
• Research expertise and proven scientific achievement

Job Details

• Location: Kumasi, Ghana
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Organization: Council For Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)