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: 31^st August, 2026.