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Date Posted: Wednesday, November 20 2024, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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Position description
The Executive Director will be responsible for the overall leadership, strategic direction, and operational oversight of the National Remote Sensing Centre. He/ She aims to accomplish the core mandate of remote sensing (RS), Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and space science development and application.

Key duties include:
1. Strategic Leadership and Governance
• Develop and execute the long-term strategic goals of NRSC in alignment with national priorities and emerging global trends in geospatial technologies.
• Provide visionary leadership to position NRSC as a leader in GIS and Remote Sensing in Zambia and the region.
• Work closely with the NRSC Management Board to establish policies, governance frameworks, and strategic objectives.
2. Operational and Financial Management
• Oversee all operational functions, ensuring the smooth execution of NRSC’s programs and services.
• Manage the financial health of the Centre, including budget planning, resource allocation, and financial reporting.
• Ensure the optimal use of resources to enhance service delivery, program efficiency, and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Spearhead efforts to secure sustainable funding through partnerships, grants, and revenue-generating activities.
3. Innovation and Technological Advancement
• Lead innovation in the application of GIS and Remote Sensing technologies to address socio-economic challenges such as urban planning, agriculture, disaster management, and environmental sustainability.
• Drive research and development initiatives that position NRSC as a Centre of excellence and thought leader in geospatial science and earth observation technologies.
4. Stakeholder Engagement and Partnerships
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including government agencies, academic institutions, international organizations, and the private sector.
• Represent NRSC in national and international forums, conferences, and networks to advocate for the use of geospatial technologies in national development.
• Foster collaborative partnerships and joint ventures to expand NRSC’s reach and impact.
5. Human Resource Management and Organizational Development
• Lead, motivate, and develop a highly skilled multidisciplinary team to achieve the Centre’s objectives.
• Promote a culture of growth, learning, and continuous improvement within the Centre.
• Ensure that NRSC attracts, develops, and retains top talent in the field of GIS and Remote Sensing.
6. Regulatory Compliance and Risk Management
• Ensure NRSC operates in full compliance with relevant legal, regulatory, and environmental standards.
• Identify, assess, and manage operational, financial, and technological risks to safeguard the institution’s assets and reputation.
7. Grant Management and Compliance
• Oversee the management of awarded project grants, ensuring compliance with donor regulations, reporting schedules, and contract terms.
Required experience and qualification
• A minimum of a Master’s degree in Applied Spatial Science (Geomatic Engineering, Geo-informatics, Land surveying, Remote sensing, Cartography, Geography, Geology, Environmental Information Systems), Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, or equivalent.
• A PhD is an added advantage.
• A minimum of ten (10) years’ experience operating and managing the applications of space science, remote sensing, and GIS technologies.
• At least Seven (7) years’ experience in a senior management position.
Practical knowledge of:
• Trends in Remote sensing (RS) and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) development and applications for environment and natural resources monitoring and management.
• Emerging RS and GIS technologies and their applications such as Natural Capital Accounting, Epidemiology, Public Spatial science platforms.
• Knowledge of trends in space science development and its applications.
• Proven track record of research in space science.

Personal Attributes:
• Strong interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to make sound decisions concerning applied spatial science and technologies, as they apply to national, regional, and global development goals.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, peers, superiors, vendor representatives, and clients.
• Prepare and present clear and well-organized written and oral reports to the NRSC Management Board.
Professional membership:
• Paid-up member of a relevant professional body.

Education Requirement: No Requirements

Job Experience: No Requirements

Work Hours: 8

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Job application procedure
• Interested candidates are invited to submit the following documents:
• A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) with contact details of three professional references.
• A cover letter describing how your qualifications and experience meet the requirements of the position.
• Copies of relevant academic and professional certificates certified by Zambia Qualifications Authority (ZAQA).
• Applications should be sent to recruitment@nrsc.org.zm  with the subject line “CEO Application – NRSC” by 13th December 2024.
• Physical applications will be accepted and should be delivered to:
The Board Chairperson, National Remote Sensing Centre, 15302 Airport Road, P.O. Box 310303, Lusaka, Zambia.
• The NRSC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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