Executive Director at National Institute for Scientific and Industrial Research (NISIR)

23 Jul 2026 Executive Director at National Institute for Scientific and Industrial Research (NISIR)

• 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. • 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 process. • 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.