The Ghana Atomic Energy Commission, established by an Act of Parliament, Act 588 of 2000, as the sole Agency in Ghana responsible for all matters relating to peaceful uses of atomic energy, invites applications for the following position: Director of Commercialization and Communication

The Position

• The Director of Commercialisation and Communication is a key member of the Executive Management team of the commission and is expected to coordinate effectively with the institutes and departments/centres image of the commission

Duties/Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Developing and implementing guidelines and procedures governing the commercialisation and communication activities of the commission
• Ensuring compliance with safety and quality control standards with respect to ISOs for customer satisfaction
• Promoting and marketing income generating activities of the commission by responding to industrial needs through technology transfer
• Facilitating the development, protection and management of intellectual property of GAEC research output
• Determining funding needs and prioritising resource mobilisation programmes domestically and internationally
• Coordinating with the various institutes and support services for effective and efficient management of the activities of the Directorate
• Formulating appropriate strategies and action plans to build a positive image of GAEC and promote its activities through the print and electronic media on peaceful application of nuclear and related technologies for social-economic development
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
• Any other job assigned by the Director General

Qualification Required & Experience

The successful applicant must have:

• Must possess at least a Master in Business Administration, Marketing option or Communication. A PhD in Marketing or Communication will be an added advantage
• Must have at least 15 years relevant experience
• Must have a minimum of 10 years experience at Senior Management level
• Must demonstrate knowledge and skills in marketing
• Must have good interpersonal relationship and communication skills
• Must not be more than 55 years

Tenure

The position is for a 5 year term only but may be renewed for a second term

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Application forms may be obtained at a fee of GH500.00 at GAEC Cash Office

A written application, including a CV of applicant with names and addresses of three referees and a two (2)page Vision statement, together with nine(9) copies of the completed application forms should be lodged with the Director-General at the address below:

Ghana Atomic Energy Commission,
P.O.Box LG 80,
Legon-Accra

Closing Date: 13 November, 2020