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Senior Research and Development Officer

VisionFund Micro-Finance Institution

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Business

Business Administration

Addis Ababa

5 years

1 Position

2024-07-17

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2024-07-23

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Marketing

Management

Economics

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Job Description

Senior Research and Development Officer is responsible for overseeing and managing the research and development activities within an organization. He/ She play a crucial role in driving innovation, new product development, and the improvement of existing products or processes. As a research and development (R&D) officer, your role will involve conducting research activities and developing new products or processes for a company or organization.

Duties and Responsibilities

•    Conducting research to identify new product or ideas.
•    Gathering and analyzing data to support R&D 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 R&D 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 R&D 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

Job Requirement

•    Minimum BA Degree in Economics, Management, Marketing, Accounting or related fields. 
•    A minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience, preferably in MFI/Banks.
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 R&D tools, software, and techniques

How to Apply

Submit your application letter via email: VFE_Vacancy@wvi.org

Fields Of Study

Accounting

Marketing

Management

Economics

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