Job Title: Chief Research Officer
The Desert Locust Control Organization for Eastern Africa invites applicants for the above post.
Responsibilities
•Plans , directs and supervises all scientific research activities undertaken by the Organization and ensures the issuance of technical reports .
•Liaises with institutions /bodies within and outside the region in matters pertaining to DLCO-EA research activities .
•Coordinates preparations of working papers for Technical Committee meetings and acts as Technical Secretary for such meetings.
•Develops and improves pest management techniques for the mandated migrant pests
Qualifications
•PhD in Entomology from a recognized University with at least 5 years post-qualification experience in leading or directing research programs /projects associated with plant protection .
•Ability to work in harmony with people of different national and cultural backgrounds is highly desirable,
•Be computer literate and proficient in data collection analysis and report writing .
How to apply
Applications with copies of Educational testimonies and CV should be addressed to the Director and sent within 30 days from the date of publication. DLCO-EA Base/Country Office ,
Plot 32/36 , Bombo Road Kampala,
P. O. Box 9134, Kampala , Uganda
Deadline: 24 /06 /2013