Innovation Officer (Product/Enterprise Development) (2 posts) at Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral & Research Hospital

REF: V/FT/123/2022 

Main Duties and Responsibilities 

• Overseeing the identification, development, testing/trials and production of new products from innovations.
• Evaluate ideas to ensure ideas are both technically and commercially viable.
• Conduct market research to identify potential customers, clients and partners for the innovation 
• products emerging from the Hospital.
• Advise innovators on opportunities and markets available for their products.
• Determining cost efficient production methods.
• Ensuring that new products comply with applicable local/international laws and regulations.
• Collaborate with innovators to better understand the target market and overall business strategy. 
• Creation of documentation and manuals for innovation.
• Provide regular reports on product/enterprise development/incorporation and management of startups.
• Any other work-related duties assigned by your supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Innovation/ Entrepreneurship/ Project Management/ Technology Transfers or a related Degree from a recognized institution.
• Computer literate.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation regarding Copyright, IP Protection, Trademarks etc.
• Knowledge of legislation and policies regarding IP Protection.
• Knowledge of product development lifecycle.
• Experience in commercialization of innovations.
• Knowledge of professional standards.
• At least three years of working experience in product development or related field.