Ministry of Science and Technology Strategy and Research Division

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1 Job Title: Director, Strategy and Research The Job: A three (3) year contract position. Job Summary: The incumbent is responsible, at an Executive level, for the technical, operational and administrative functions of the. The Director, Strategy and Research is primarily responsible for the strategic management of the Division and steering policy development, policy analysis, strategy direction and performance output in the Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) sector. Reports to: The Permanent Secretary Duties and Responsibilities Establishes operational strategy for the. Directly manages the various Senior Specialists and other senior personnel in the Strategy and Research Division to ensure strategy implementation and provides feedback to the Permanent Secretary. Provides professional advice to the Ministry on STI issues, including on substantial changes or innovations in policy, programmes, procedures or regulations; policy formulation and reviews, planning and development. Advises on international changes in the STI sector, including ICT/Telecommunications, and the resulting impacts at the national level. Liaises with the Monitoring and Evaluation Unit on the performance of the ICT and STI sectors in Trinidad and Tobago. Liaises and collaborates with industrial and commercial concerned stakeholders on matters relating to the development of the STI sector, including ICT/Telecommunications. Oversees the development and execution of major STI transformation programmes and projects. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Excellent knowledge and understanding of current and developing strategic STI requirements in Trinidad and Tobago. Excellent knowledge of public service policy and procedures. Comprehensive understanding of relevant government policies and legislation.

2 Considerable experience in the STI Sector; Sound experience with STI policy design and evaluation; Practical experience in implementing projects within the STI Sector; Exceptional planning and team building skills; Exceptional ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing; Exceptional skills in organizing resources and establishing priorities; Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders; Minimum Experience and Training Advanced degree in Applied Sciences (e.g. Applied Engineering, Natural Sciences, etc.). A Bachelor s Degree in the aforementioned fields together with demonstrated and relevant work experience in the STI sector may be considered. Substantial knowledge and experience in the STI sector is essential. Minimum of ten (10) years professional experience in the STI Sector. Minimum of seven (7) years professional experience at a Senior Management level in the STI Sector.

3 Job Title: Senior Specialist (ICT) The Job: A three (3) year contract position. Job Summary: The Senior Specialist, ICT is responsible for managing the operations of an ICT sub-unit under the. The incumbent acts in a leadership role to coordinate the development of strategic, long-term ICT policies for the Public Service and relative to the national ICT agenda; monitors technological advancements in the global ICT and telecommunications sector, and assesses their impact on national ICT development. Reporting Relationships Reports to: Director, Duties and Responsibilities Sets infrastructure and technology directions and standards, and drives programmes and projects aimed at ensuring that the Government of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago (GoRTT) has a world-class ICT infrastructure, in support of the goals and objectives of the national ICT agenda. Manages all aspects of the development of an integrated ICT policy framework and associated polices to support the long-term strategic direction of the public service and the national ICT agenda. Provides specific policy advice to the Ministry and the wider public service on key ICT areas including: - ICT law; - ICT security and privacy; - electronic transactions and electronic authentication; - interconnection and interoperability; - free and open source software; - cloud computing; - telecommunications competition policy. Plans and organizes the work of technical officers engaged in policy development and evaluation. Advises other Government Ministries and Agencies on ICT policy development including the suitability of current policy and legislation, and on appropriate measures for addressing any policy gaps.

4 Regularly briefs the Permanent Secretary and the Director, on progress, achievements, risks and recommended mitigating actions. Represents the Ministry on Committees, Task Forces and other such bodies, locally, regionally and internationally in order to articulate the Government s vision and strategy for development of the ICT sector in Trinidad and Tobago. Monitors the implementation of policy to ensure that they are executed as planned and that the required outcomes are achieved. Liaises with the External Relations Unit with regard to global ICT trends and policy development. Performs related work as required. Knowledge Considerable knowledge and experience in policy development and management in the following areas: - e-government - e-commerce - ICT infrastructure and security - Telecommunications Considerable knowledge of the imperatives of technological convergence Working knowledge of public service issues, practices and procedures. Skills and Abilities Ability to lead, guide and motivate professional staff in ensuring on-time achievement of projects and other areas of service delivery. Ability to work closely with Officers in other Divisions of the Ministry, and to liaise with Officers in other Government Ministries and Agencies to assist with their activities and in the development of strategies and policies to promote the national ICT agenda. Demonstrated initiative and independent judgment in accordance with established policies, procedures, industry standards and strategic objectives. Reviews and analyses reports, notes, memorandum, briefs and proposals submitted by senior officers and recommends courses of action consistent with the policy and programme objectives of the National ICT Plan. Excellent communications skills, oral and written.

5 Minimum Experience and Training Advanced degree in a technical field (including Computer and Electrical Engineering, ICT, Law, Telecommunications, Computer Science); or a related field. At least ten (10) years of practical experience in a management capacity in the ICT field, directly involved in policy development in the areas of e-government, telecommunications, ICT infrastructure development and security A Bachelor s Degree in the aforementioned fields together with relevant work experience may be considered. Formal training in Policy Development and Management, and Strategic Planning will be an asset.

6 Job Title: Senior Specialist (Science and Technology) The Job: A three (3) year contract position. Job Summary: The incumbent is responsible for coordinating and monitoring the Science and Technology portfolio of the Ministry of Science and Technology (MST). The Senior Specialist provides Technical Oversight, Policy Advice and Guidance as well as Research and Measurement support to the Division, the Ministry and other Government Ministries and Agencies. Reports to: Director, Duties and Responsibilities Provides oversight and professional advice to the Ministry of Science & Technology, and other Ministries/Agencies on the development and implementation of policies and strategies related to Science, Applied Science and Scientific Development. Leads the research and analysis of issues in the areas of Science, Applied Science and Scientific Development with a view to identifying solutions, developing policies and designing programmes. Leads the planning and review of National Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) policies, programmes and projects in collaboration with other stakeholders and personnel. Leads the monitoring of policy implementation within the various programmes and projects and collaborates with Divisional and Unit Heads as well as Science and Technology Agencies (e.g. NIHERST, igovtt, CARIRI, UTT) to ensure that all approved policies are implemented within agreed timeframes and the projected delivery of services is achieved and managed. Researches trends and developments in the STI field and the supporting technical and legislative environment, keeping abreast of all current trends, benchmarks and initiatives to ensure a cohesive and integrated approach to the formulation and implementation of STI policy and service delivery. Represents the Division on Committees, Task Forces and other such bodies, locally, regionally and internationally in order to articulate the Government s vision and strategy for the STI sector in Trinidad and Tobago.

7 Performs as a Team Leader (and Team Member) on assigned projects Performs other related duties as required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge: Excellent knowledge and understanding of current and developing strategic STI requirements in Trinidad and Tobago Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of relevant government policies and legislation Working knowledge of public service policy and procedures. Skills and Abilities: Considerable experience in the Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) sector Experience with STI policy design and evaluation Practical experience either involved with or directly implementing projects within the STI Sector. Excellent planning and team building skills. Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing. Outstanding skills in organizing resources and establishing priorities. Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders. Minimum Experience and Training: Advanced degree in a Scientific, Technological field (e.g. Engineering, Physics). A Bachelor s Degree in the aforementioned fields together with demonstrated and relevant work experience may be considered. At least ten (10) years of experience in the Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) sector. At least five (5) years of experience in Science, Technology and Innovation Policy and Management.