Applications are invited from suitably qualified and
experienced PNG and Non-PNG citizens for the following
positions, which are available for immediate recruitment.
1. Deputy Director-General - Grade 19 to
20 - Based at NARI head Office, Bubia, Lae
This position is an
Executive Management position and the Deputy
Director-General assists the Director-General in carrying
out the responsibilities for the development and management
of the Institute. The appointee will lead a team of senior
scientific , technical and managerial staff in planning,
developing and managing the research, information and
technical programmes, human resource, finance, statutory and
corporate functions, and public relations. He/She will be
proactive in developing and managing a creative environment
for applied research, knowledge creation, and effective
information exchange and transfer.
Applicants will hold a masters degree, preferably a PhD
in Agriculture, agriculture business or related discipline.
He/She should have had 15 years of research experience, with
at least five years in a senior managerial and leadership
role. Applicants should have a proven record in agricultural
research, research management, scientific leadership, policy
development and strategic planning, as evidenced by research
publications, technical papers and planning o design
documents. An appreciation of smaller semi-commercial and
subsistence farming systems in PNG and a sound understanding
of agricultural development issues in the country are
essential.
Desirable quantities and attributes include a well
developed ability to handle and determine priorities;
successful experience mobilising funds through budgetary
support and donor projects; and experience in prudent and
efficient management of funds. Basic understanding of
government budgeting and financial management processes is
an advantage. Applicants should demonstrate a proven record
of integrity, accountability and transparency in management
of public finance, resources and statutory functions.
It should be noted that the incumbent in tis position
would not be automatically appointed to the position of
Director-General as that when that position becomes vacant.
The Director-General is appointed by the National Executive
Council as per the Regulatory Statutory (Appointment to
Certain Offices) Act 2004 and on the basis of open
competition.
....view selection criteria...
2.
Director Research - Grade 17 to 18 - based at NARI Head
Office, Bubia, Lae
The Director Research is
responsible for planning, directing, coordinating and
oversight of the development and implementation of research
and technical projects and programmes of the Institute, and
the adaptation and dissemination of research results and
information to stake holders.
This position has a central role in the Institute
requiring the organisation and provision of logistical,
funding and managerial support to various research
programmes and stations; the development of research
priorities, plans, programmes and implementation strategies;
development and mobilisation of resources; development and
co-ordination of collaborative and donor funded research
projects and programmes; and participate in human resource
development. Additional responsibilities include
contributing to the formation of research technology
policies and strategies of the Institute and the whole of
PNG agriculture sector.
Applicants will hold a Masters degree, preferably a PhD,
in agriculture or a related discipline. He/She should have
had twelve years research experience, with at least five
years in a managerial and co-ordination role. Applicants
should have a sound record in agricultural research,
scientific leadership and strategic planning, as evidenced
by research publications and technical papers. Appreciation
of smaller holder semi-commercial and subsistence farming
systems of PNG and a clear understanding of agricultural
development issues in the country are essential.
....view selection criteria...
GENERAL
Grades within the given
range and salary
level will depend on qualifications and experience. Salaries
and benefits will include base salary, special domestic
market allowance or special international market allowance,
gratuity, superannuation, leave fares, amenities allowance,
education subsidy (as applicably) and housing or housing
allowance. For selection criteria and details of salaries
and allowances and more information about NARI, please
enquire on the following email address or fax, or go to the
NARI website.
Salary and Benefits:
-
Deputy Director General PNG Citizen
-
Deputy Director General Non-PNG Citizen
-
Director Research PNG Citizen
-
Director Research Non-PNG Citizen
Applications should include
a detailed CV and names and contact details of three
referees, and should be sent to:
The Director-General
Attention: Manager - Personal and Administration
National Agriculture Research Institute
P.O.Box 4415, Lae411, Morobe Province
Papua New Guinea
Telephone: (675) 475 1446
Fax: (675) 475 1449
Email:
narihq@nari.org.pg
Web:www.nari.or.pg
Envelops containing
applications must be clearly marked
"APPLICATION FOR THE POSITION OF..............."
Applications close on the
20th of September 2007
NARI
Promoting Excellence in Agricultural Research for
Development