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Government |
| Functional Area: |
Information Technology |
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1 |
| Job Type: |
Contract ( firstshift )
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| Job Location: |
Islamabad, Pakistan |
| Gender: |
Doesn't Matter |
| Minimum Education: |
Master's Degree |
| Degree Title: |
Telecom/Electronics/Electrical and Computer Systems Engineering or Computer Sciences / Information Technology from a reputable university recognized by HEC |
| Career Level: |
Senior Executive (President, CEO, CFO, etc) |
| Minimum Experience: |
15 Years (Minimum 15 years post-qualification relevant experience including at least three years in a senior management position.) |
| Require Travel: |
50% |
| Apply By: |
Jan 25, 2011 |
| Job Posting Date: |
Jan 7, 2011 |
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| Job Description: |
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In order to strengthen and build the capacity of the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector of Pakistan by investing in and supporting world class Research and Development (R&D) programs, the Government of Pakistan has established the National ICT R&D Fund Company, which is being operated as a corporate entity. Applications are sought from dynamic individuals with credentials and vision to head this organization. The position carries immense responsibility and calls for a thorough commitment to this extremely vital national goal. - The position reports to the Board of Directors
i. Manage all functions of the R&D Fund organization including proper selection, monitoring, evaluation, accounting and legal aspects relating to the funded research projects. ii. Liaise with all related stakeholders of R&D including academia, industry and existing national and international research organizations for coordinated R&D/HRD program implementation.
iii. Devise, propose and update R&D/HRD objectives of GoP in order to meet the requirements of emerging technologies in ICT and related areas.
iv. Influence research goals in order to meet the requirements of emerging technologies in ICT and related sciences.
v. Envisage, develop and propose new research programs in an adaptive and proactive manner.
vi. Implement strategies for institutionalization of research and product development capability in the relevant industry.
vii. Create linkage between academia/R&D institutions and industry for the purpose of transforming research into products.
viii. Develop concise R&D policy initiatives and respond to requests for information for decision making. ix. Generate analytical assessments regarding R&D policy roadmap and suggest appropriate changes.
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i.Sound understanding of R&D program building, mechanisms and mode of research funding, proposal preparation, evaluation and monitoring
ii.Sound knowledge and experience of state of the art technologies ICT/Telecommunication and operational business dynamics of ICT/Telecom sector.
iii.Strong interpersonal, communication, managerial and leadership skills.
NOTE
The organization offers a congenial professional environment and an excellent remuneration package, negotiable and commensurate with experience and qualification of the candidate.
Candidates meeting the above requirements may send their applications along with a detailed CV and a recent passport-size photograph, via postal mail, latest by Tuesday, January 25, 201.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
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