Executive Director: Space Science

A well-established public entity is seeking to appoint a Executive Director: Space Science (5-year performance-based contract)

Qualifications and Experience:

• Masters in Science, engineering, technology, innovation and commerce or a closely related field
• An MBA will be an added advantage.
• At least 10 years in business or technology development, innovation and engineering environment, with a minimum of 5 years in a senior or top management role.
• Innovation Leadership: A proven capacity to lead cutting-edge programmes
• Strategic Management: Proven track record of the ability to run a national or international business unit efficiently
• Stakeholder Engagement: Experience in national and international presence and advocacy; and Governance: Understanding of compliance, finance and organizational systems.

Key performance areas will include, but are not limited to:

• Strategy Planning, Development and ...