Senior, Research and Business Development Officer

1.SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conducting research to identify new product or ideas.
• Gathering and analyzing data to support Research & Business Development initiatives.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop new products or improve existing ones.
• Designing and implementing experiments or tests to validate concepts.
• Developing and documenting technical specifications and reports.
• Staying updated with industry trends, scientific advancements, and competitive landscape.
• Managing Research & Business Development projects, including timelines, resources, and budgets.
• Ensuring compliance with regulations and standards related to R&D activities.
• Presenting findings, progress updates, and proposals to management or stakeholders.
• Gathering, organizing, and analyzing research data using various statistical or qualitative methods to extract meaningful insights or conclusions.
• Preparing detailed technical reports, research papers, or project documentation to communicate findings, observations, and recommendations to stakeholders within the organization or to clients.
• Planning, coordinating, and monitoring Research & Business Development projects, ensuring that they are executed within budget, timelines, and quality standards.
• Keeping up with industry trends and staying updated on the latest advancements, trends, regulations, and best practices within the industry to drive innovation and maintain a competitive edge.
• Performs other duties assigned by the immediate supervisor.

2. Minimum Qualifications:

A. EDUCATION/TRAINING

• MBA/BA degree in Business Management, Human Resource Management, Economics, Marketing Management and Finance or related fields.

B. EXPERIENCE:

A minimum of 5/3 years of relevant experience, preferably in MFI.

C) TECHNICAL AND OTHER SKILLS

• Proficiency in English language;
• Good knowledge of participatory methodologies and skills in communications;
• Computer literacy and demonstrated report writing skills;
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with relevant Research & Business Development tools, software, and techniques.

D) WORKING CONDITIONS AND LEVEL OF TRAVEL REQUIRED

• Office environment: typical office based with frequent field trips