Head, Research and Development (R&D) at Media Trust Limited

Media Trust Limited, publisher of DAILY TRUST and Aminiya, is desirous of recruiting competent, self-motivated and result-oriented candidates to fill the vacant position of:

Job Title: Head, Research and Development (R&D)

Location: Head Office, Abuja

Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for new product development.
• Conduct research into new businesses and evaluate their potentials.
• Stays aware of market development in the industry and the general economy as a whole.
• Advises company clients, including direct involvement in product presentations to clients and other stakeholders.
• Proactively suggest process optimization and develop other products for the company.
• Maintain strict control of the company’s intellectual property.
• Tracks global trends in Media and propose seamless integration of these in the Nigerian Media Scenario.
• Updates the stakeholders on latest development in the Print/Media Industry and Technology related to this industry.

Requirements

• A postgraduate/graduate of Operations Research. Production Management or relevant discipline with a minimum of 2nd Class Upper.
• Seven 7-10 years relevant working experience in Research and Development.
• Experience in the media industry will be an added advantage.
• Computer Literacy in office productivity tools and database software.
• Deep understanding of Research Methodology and Execution.

Competencies:

• Ability to maintain effective working relations as a team leader.
• Strong interpersonal skill and ability to establish good leadership with respect for diversity.
• Ability to manage, organize, plan and implement work assignments under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong spoken and written communication skills.
• Commitment to continuous learning and willingness to keep abreast of new developments.
• Good computer skills, including proficiency in word processing and spreadsheets.
• Sound knowledge and exposure to administrative and financial management issues.

Remuneration
The Salary attached to the job is competitive and within the industry range.

Application Closing Date
5th January, 2016.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their Curriculum Vitae/Resume by email only indicating the position applied for as the subject to: [email protected]