Our Vision
Knowledge for better livelihoods.
Our Mission
To strengthen the capacity and policies of African countries and institutions to harness science, technology and innovation for sustainable development.
Our Value Proposition
To conduct high quality research, policy analysis, capacity str... read moreengthening and outreach on applications of science, technology and innovation policies to sustainable development in Africa
To facilitate and convene evidence based policy dialogue and debate
To inform development policy and practice
To put critical issues of science, technology innovation on the Development Agenda
To provide independent and objective policy advice to African governments and agencies, regional economic communities and institutions, private sector, civil society and community actors and agencies.
A Brief History
The African Centre for Technology Studies (ACTS) is a pioneering development research think tank on harnessing applications of science, technology and innovation policies for sustainable development in Africa. ACTS is an Intergovernmental organization founded in 1988 to pursue policy oriented research towards strengthening the capacity of African countries and institutions to harness science and technology for sustainable development. ACTS envisions a sustainable economic, social and environmental future for Africa, through science, technology and innovation.
Article 3 of the Charter of ACTS, empowers the Organization to undertake capacity building, conduct research, provide advisory services and disseminate information on the policy aspects of the application of science and technology to sustainable development in Africa. It also requires ACTS to:
Promote capacity building in the developing countries in the field of policy analysis related to sustainable development.
Monitor international trends in science and technology, undertake technology assessment and forecasting and analyze the impacts of new technologies for purposes of providing policy options to African and other developing country governments.
Promote, enhance, inspire, study and conduct the building of the institutional framework requisite for the management, assessment, sustainable utilization and conservation of natural resources.
Foster the exchange of information and networking between the Centre and other governmental and private institutions and individuals that have similar or related interests at the local, national, regional and international levels, with particular emphasis on policy matters.
Promote, encourage, inspire and undertake technical cooperation activities between and within nations.
Since its founding, ACTS has been instrumental in enlarging the range of policy choices for sustainable development in Africa. Over the last quarter century, ACTS’ work has influenced patent (i.e. industrial property) legislation and policy (Kenya); environmental impact assessment standards (Eastern and Southern Africa); bio-energy and biofuels policy (Kenya, Eastern Africa, West Africa); agricultural policy, bio-diplomacy, biotechnology and biosafety (Africa-wide); climate change adaptation and mitigation (Africa-wide).
ACTS remains among the leading institutions working on sustainable development in Africa. In 2013, it was rated amongst the top Environment Think Tanks in Africa and the world. ACTS is also a past winner (1991) of the Justinian Rweyemamu Prize from CODESRIA (Africa’s Social Science Research Council) for its work in expanding the knowledge base for Africa’s development.
African Centre for Technology Studies Jobs in Kenya
Responsibilities:
Spearheading the design and execution of strategies to promote and advance commercialization processes within educational and research institutions.
Collaborating with key st
Key responsibilities
Develop material, training and advising farmers on matters related to agrifood production, postharvest handling, value chain development, business development and market lin
The Entrepreneur in the House (EiH) will bring commercial skill and acumen to package key ACTS projects with near-market potential into viable business proposals and drive their implementation. Report
Duties and Responsibilities
The main duties and responsibilities will include to:
Provide insight and information during project planning and implementation.
Coordinate field execution of t
About CRE program
The successful candidate will work under the Head of the CRE programs in implementing on-going research projects and support in acquisition of new projects.
The CRE’s pro
The CRE’s program mission is to contribute to inclusive, pro poor and thriving climate change resilient economies for economic, social, and environmental sustainability in Africa. The program&rs
Roles and Responsibilities
Support the program manager with day to day management of the program.
Participate in proposal writing for funding
Coordinate with project/ program manager to carr
Deliverables:
Operational and independent Virtual Academy Platform with the following functionalities:
Applications processing module – The modules need to be able to handle high v
Line manager: Dr. Joanes Atela (Head of Climate Resilient Economies Programme at the African Centre for Technology Studies;
Main Responsibilities
To support the design of a more integrat
Project
Capacity Building of Technical Institutions Involved in Climate Change Education, Training and Research Services (CapCET)
About the position
The African Centre for Technology Studies
Project scope
To support the preparation of a guideline or handbook for undertaking assessment (audit) of the management of intellectual property assets by Universities and Research Organizations i
The Nairobi Urban Disaster Risk Hub
Disasters represent one of the greatest threats to humanity, currently and in the future. In the context of urbanization, cities are increasingly becoming
The Nairobi Urban Disaster Risk Hub
Disasters represent one of the greatest threats to humanity, currently and in the future. In the context of urbanization, cities are increasingly becoming
Programme: Nairobi Urban Disaster Risk Hub under the Climate Resilient Economies Programme and the Africa Sustainability Hub at the African Centre for Technology Studies
Line manager: Professor Geo
The Nairobi Urban Disaster Risk Hub
Disasters represent one of the greatest threats to humanity, currently and in the future. In the context of urbanization, cities are increasingly becoming
The Nairobi Urban Disaster Risk Hub
Disasters represent one of the greatest threats to humanity, currently and in the future. In the context of urbanization, cities are increasingly becoming
The Nairobi Urban Disaster Risk Hub
Disasters represent one of the greatest threats to humanity, currently and in the future. In the context of urbanization, cities are increasingly becoming
The Nairobi Urban Disaster Risk Hub
Disasters represent one of the greatest threats to humanity, currently and in the future. In the context of urbanization, cities are increasingly becoming
