Programme Specialist: Physics, Mathematics and Engineering Sciences

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The ICSU regional office will assist in strengthening science and scientific capacity building in Africa. An ICSU Regional Committee for Africa has been established, which will develop strategic plans and approve work plans for the office.

Key responsibilities: • Coordinate and assist in the implementation of the activities of the
regional office • Monitor regional policy information needs in the areas of science for sustainable development • Plan and organise sub-regional seminars, workshops, symposia and meetings • Develop and manage project proposals connected with extra-budgetary funding • Participate in the further development and management of the regional office database on a day-to-day basis • Collect data and information and undertake editorial work for the publication of the newsletter of the Regional Office.

Requirements: • A university degree at doctorate level in Physics, Mathematics or Engineering Sciences • At least three publications in peer reviewed international scientific journals • Excellent IT skills • Excellent command of English (written and spoken) • Ability to communicate effectively and persuasively, orally and in writing • Effective organisational skills • Strategic planning and management skills, including capacity to administer resources and exercise supervision and control • Proficiency in Portuguese will be an added advantage.

This position is a three-year renewable contract. We offer an attractive salary
package which is negotiable, depending on qualifications and experience.
Applications, with the names and addresses of three referees, should be
electronically submitted to the Director, ICSU Regional Office for Africa, by e-mail:
secretariat@icsu-africa.org or k.potgieter@icsu-africa.org