Assistant Manager Research & Innovation at Export Processing Zones Authority (EPZA)

Ref: EPZA/08/04/2023

Job Purpose 
The job holder is responsible for ensuring sound Operations and Investor Support and facilitation for the EPZ Enterprises in the Region as well as investor retention and general growth and expansion of the EPZ programme.

Job Purpose 

• The job holder is responsible for research and innovation for EPZA and EPZ program

Key Responsibilities / Duties / Tasks 
Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities 

• Develop work plans and budgets for the section for approval
• Oversee the execution of the approved sectional work plans and budgets
• Oversee performance management in the section
• Prepare and submit all monthly, quarterly and annual reports for the section
• Prepare draft board management papers for approval
• Identify training needs for the section staff
• Participate in the recruitment of staff within the section
• Participate in the development and review of the Institution’s strategic plan
• Identify procurement needs of the section
• Mentor and coach sectional staff
• Participate in various committees in the Institution

Academic Qualifications 

1. Masters Degree in any of the following fields; Economics, Statistics, Economics and Mathematics, Economics and Finance or Economics and Statistics or Master in Business
2. Administration from a recognized institutionBachelors’ degree in any of the following fields: Economics, Statistics, Economics andMathematics, Economics and Finance or Economics and Statistics from a recognized institution

Previous relevant work experience required.

• Have nine (9) years relevant experience with three (3) years in the position of Principal Statistics and Research Officer or equivalent position in the Public Service or reputable organization;