Director of Commercialization and Communication

About the role

The Ghana Atomic Energy Commission (GAEC), established by Act 588 of 2000 as the sole agency in Ghana for peaceful uses of atomic energy, is recruiting a Director of Commercialization and Communication. The Director is a key member of the Executive Management team and coordinates the image of the Commission across its institutes and departments.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement guidelines and procedures for commercialization and communication activities
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality control standards for ISOs to meet customer satisfaction
• Promote and market income-generating activities by responding to industrial needs through technology transfer
• Facilitate the development, protection and management of intellectual property of GAEC research output
• Determine funding needs and prioritize domestic and international resource mobilisation programmes
• Coordinate with institutes and support services for efficient management of the Directorate's activities
• Formulate strategies and action plans to build a positive image of GAEC and promote its work through print and electronic media on peaceful nuclear applications for social and economic development
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and carry out any other duties assigned by the Director General

Required profile

• Master's degree in Business Administration (Marketing option) or Communication; a PhD in Marketing or Communication is an added advantage
• At least 15 years of relevant experience, including a minimum of 10 years at senior management level
• Knowledge and skills in marketing
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Not older than 55 years

The position is for a 5-year term, which may be renewed for a second term. Applications are made by lodging a written application with a CV, three referees' names and addresses, a two-page vision statement and nine completed application forms with the Director-General at the Commission's Legon office in Accra, with forms available at a fee of GHS 500. The closing date was 13 November 2020.