A Statutory Organization involved in the development and transfer of Technology, has vacancies for the following positions:-

CO-ORDINATOR, Science & Technology

The Coordinator, S&T Education Unit implements a program of activities to increase the awareness of science and technology  (S&T) in students at all levels in the primary and secondary schools.

The successful applicant will report directly to The Team Leader, Popularization, and must possess the following:  

• Bachelors degree in Science or equivalent professional academic qualifications in Science
• Diploma in Teacher Education
• At least four (4) years’ experience in teaching or administrative capacity
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communications skills
• Good analytical, management and problem solving skills
• Excellent Customer Service attitude and;
• Ability to work on own initiative

REGISTRAR

The Registrar is responsible for formulating policies and guidelines for the organization’s records in conformity with the regulations of the Access to Information Act; maintaining an effective and efficient records management system and ensuring the efficient dispatch of the incoming and outgoing correspondence of the organization.

The successful applicant will report directly to The Divisional Manager and should possess the following

• First degree in Information Management or Library Studies
• Training in Records Management
• Training in MS Word, Excel and Outlook
• Knowledge of the Information Act
• Five (5) years’ post qualification experience in a similar position

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT - (Information Services Division)

The incumbent will provide high-level administrative and logistical support to the Information Services Division, in accordance with the goals and policies of the Council.

The successful applicant should possess the following:-

• Bachelor's degree in administration or equivalent
• Proficiency in software applications, especially Microsoft Word, Excell, PowerPonit and Outlook
• Speedwriting and/or shorthand skills
• Training in Project Management
• Five (5) years relevant postgraduate experience in a similar position.
• Excellent customer service orientation
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent people skills and the ability to relate to all levels of staff
• Experience in organizing conferences, workshops and seminars

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT/BOARD SECRETARY - (ED's Office)

This position is responsible for providing operational, coordination and administrative support to the Executive Director and for monitoring the implementation of special projects; performs the Corporate Secretarial functions of the Board.

The successful applicant will report directly to Executive Director of the organization and should ideally possess the following:-

• First Degree in Administration
• Certificate in Management Studies
• Proficiency in computer applications MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project Management & Outlook
• Training in /knowledge of the functions of the Corporate Secretary
• Four (4) years relevant experience in administration of which two (2) should be in a supervisory position.
• Excellent administrative and organizational skills
• Proficiency in report writing
• Excellent oral, written, communications skills and leadership qualities and a
• High level of confidentiality

RESEARCH SCIENTIST - (Food - Product R&D)

This position plans, coordinates and executes research projects to develop value-added food products by maximizing the effective use of the country’s agricultural resources and offers technical assistance and advice to clients and the scientific community.

The successful applicant should possess the following:-

• MSc./ M.Phil. Degree in Food Technology or in a related area such as Food Chemistry, Food Microbiology, Food Engineering or Food Processing &  Preservation. 
• Knowledge of current food manufacturing systems and equipment.
• Proficiency in computer applications, including MS Word, Excel, Outlook
• Training in Project Management/Proposal Writing
• Training in the writing of technical reports
• At least two (2) years relevant post qualification experience

PROCESS ASSISTANT

The Process Assistant contributes to the mandate of the division by assisting the Process Technicians in the Laboratory, Pilot Plant, in fieldwork operations and at exhibitions.  The successful applicant should possess:-

• High School Diploma with Science option: Chemistry, Biological Sciences or Physics
• Working knowledge of computer applications
• At least one (1) year experience in related field
• Good interpersonal and communication skills

Applications and Resumes should be sent no later than Monday, March 31, 2008, to:

The Manager Human Resource and Administration

PO Box 350

Kingston 6

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those who have been shortlisted will be contacted for an interview.