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Job Title:  Supervisor Research and Innovation

Organisation: YOYA Technologies

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

About Organisation:

YOYA Technologies Ltd is a leading Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) service provider and software developer.

Job Summary: As the Supervisor of Research and Innovation, you will lead our R&D team in developing new solutions and technologies. This role requires a proactive leader with an innovation mindset, capable of transforming emerging trends into viable products and services.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Technology Innovation: Lead the research into new technologies (Machine Learning, Internet of Things) and assess their impact on our business.
• Project Management: Manage all innovation projects from concept to execution, ensuring timely and successful delivery.
• Collaboration: Work closely with head of department, product development, and industry partners to ensure alignment between innovative solutions and market needs.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Develop relationships with academic institutions and tech partners to foster collaboration on research initiatives. Attend industry conferences to network and gather insights.
• Market Analysis: Conduct market assessments to inform strategic decisions and prioritize innovation efforts. Analyze competitor offerings to identify gaps in the market that our innovations can fill.
• Innovation Mindset: A passion for technology and a record of accomplishment of driving innovative projects, such as developing a new software solution that improved operational efficiency.
• Reporting: Prepare and present reports on innovation outcomes and business development metrics to senior management, highlighting successful initiatives and areas for improvement. Using IT applications preferably Ming, power point.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in IT, Business, Economics or related field. A Master’s degree preferred.

Working Experience:

• 3+ years in business development or research roles in the IT sector, with at least 2 years in a supervisory position.
• Experience in applying research methodologies and emerging trends such as the Internet of Things and Big data.
• Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent communication and negotiation abilities, and proficiency in project management tools.

How to Apply:

All candidates should send their updated CVs via Email to: recruitment@yoyatechnologies.com

Deadline: 6th November 2024

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