Director at the Department

Department of Science and Technology

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS	31st March 2014
JOB TITLE	Director at the Department
AREA OF ACTIVITY	Department of Science and Technology
DUTY STATION	Jeddah
CATEGORY/ GRADE	Director  (D-1)
REMUNERATION	Depending on professional background and experience, a competitive compensation and benefits package is offered

Under the direct supervision of the Director General of the department he shall assist in following-up of matters related to science and technology like resolutions, meetings, and projects within the General Secretariat or with Subsidiary Organs and member states, and perform other tasks as requested by the Director General.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• To assist in developing the drafts of guidelines, policies and plans for science & technology related resolutions.
• To assist in Preparing proposals to be brought up to CFM, OIC Summit or other bodies in regard to proposals by Member States on science and technology related initiatives.
• Follow-up the progress of the formulation of the related work programs/proposals for the mandated resolutions by the Standing Committee for Scientific and Technological Cooperation (COMSTECH).
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of events on international developments in general,
• Monitor and gather comprehensive information from all available sources including academic works, media and internet, on the developments with regard to the assigned area of responsibility and countries;
• Draft progress reports and prepares documents to be brought up to CFM, OIC Summit or other bodies in regard to proposals by Member States on science & technology related initiatives.
• To help in coordinating the ministerial meetings to review and discuss the implementation status of the plan of action.
• To help in Cooperating and coordinating with COMSTECH for programs of common international stand in the field of science and technology.
• Render services by advising and providing inputs on technological issues to Member States.
• Participate in meetings to formulate strategies and coordinate efforts with other departments as and when required for the execution of action plans of the General Secretariat.
• Travelling to missions to participate as a note taker or representing the General Secretariat.
• To have negotiating and dialogue skills
• Perform other duties as and when required by the Secretary General and Assistant Secretary Generals.

COMPETENCIES

• Dedication, efficiency and personal integrity
• Communication skills
• Sense of responsibility and commitment to the OIC and its goals and programs
• Ability to implement his work efficiently and effectively
• Ability to integrate in international, multi-linguistic and multicultural environment
• To have the skills of researching and analyzing.
• To have the skills of reading and researching particularly in scientific and technology subjects.
• To keep up with scientific and technology development
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work in an organized and methodical way
• Flexibility and capacity to focus on priorities
• Technology Awareness
• Good computer skills

EDUCATION
At least Masters Degree, Doctorate is preferable, in: Science, Engineering, Medical Sciences, Physics, Pharmacology, or any related Scientific Specialists.

WORK EXPERIENCE 
At least 12 years of progressively responsible experience gained preferably within the foreign services of the member states or at intergovernmental organizations.

LANGUAGES
Professional fluency in (reading, writing and speaking) at least two of the working languages of the OIC, which are English, Arabic and French, and preferable three languages.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

• To be a Muslim national of one of the OIC Member States.
• To be below fifty-six years of age.
• To be free of diseases and infirmities that may hinder the exercise of his/her duties
• To be either nominated by his/her State or his State should have no objection to his appointment.

HOW TO APPLY
Application letter together with CV to be sent to:

Directorate of Cabinet
OIC General Secretariat
P.O. Box 178, Jeddah 21411,
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Fax: +00966(2)6512288
Email: vacancy@oic-oci.org

Note:  After the expiration of the deadline given for submission of applications the General Secretariat will only contact the shortlisted candidates for further actions.

APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER THE DEADLINE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.