Innovation Officer at Konza Technopolis Development Authority

Ref No: KoTDA/HR105/2024

Duties and responsibilities

• Supervises execution of business models for knowledge and innovation programs in Konza Technopolis;
• Supervises the operations of the Konza Innovation pipeline and virtual Konza Innovation Ecosystem;
• Engages in resource mobilization initiatives for Knowledge Economy and Innovation;
• Maintains linkages with selected global innovation centers;
• Maintains collaboration between industry players, education institutions and R&D centers;
• Promotes open innovation and processes that inspire creative thinking;
• Runs the operations of the Konza Innovation and Co-working space hub;
• Manage the community experience and infrastructure, and foster growth and engagement;
• Run the operations of the Konza Innovation Hub and Co-working space;
• Support the establishment of STEM research institutes, laboratories and Knowledge hubs
• Manage and coordinate innovation activities in partnership with actors in the industry.
• Supervises execution of the enterprise development and support strategies that deliver investment in and objectives of Konza Technopolis;

Person Specification For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -

• Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, Sciences, Engineering, Education, ICT, or similar qualifications from a recognized institution
• Proficiency in Computer Applications