Research and Innovation Officer-CASS at University of Rwanda (UR): (Deadline 6 February 2025)

1. Assist in research activities  Draft research short and long term plans  Update potential areas of research and publications.  Draft the policies related to research and disseminate them in College;  Coordinate the research events  Conduct administrative tasks associated with the programme of research  Prepare progress reports on research for funding bodies as required 2. Disseminate the knowledge resources of the University  Make public aware of University knowledge resources to meet the knowledge needs of people outside the University.  Provide a linkage between external University publics and faculty research resources to help resolve complex technological issues and/or share technological or scientific knowledge.  Identify potential industry partners and collaborators;  Assist in providing a linkage for those outside the University to identify and access faculty knowledge, resources, and research results.  Coordinate effort with colleges for more efficient use and participation of students in national development programs during their internship programs  Organize Competition for project development, implementation, and management at the level of national institutions and local governments;  Building students market knowledge and high level of understanding of relevant market sectors  Developing and supporting relationship between industry and academia at all stages of research  Build and support business relationship and partnership 3. Participate in all the activities of University that are related to technology transfer  Involve in proposal writing, resource identification, and data gathering  Identify non-credit educational programs to off-campus students or client groups, including course development and presentation  Initiate, manage and /or coordinate any specific activities aimed at generating income while providing services to the communities 4. Assist in administrative activities  Draft reports and present it to the Director for review and approval  Elaborate the MoU with the stakeholders  Maintain office records