We’re
transforming Africa through innovative scientific training, technical advances
and breakthrough discoveries!
The African
Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS, www.nexteinstein.org)
is a pan-African network of centres of excellence for postgraduate training,
research and outreach in mathematical scienc
es. Its mission is to enable
Africa’s brightest students to flourish as independent thinkers, problem
solvers and innovators capable of propelling Africa’s future scientific,
educational and economic self-sufficiency. The first AIMS centre opened in Cape
Town, South Africa in 2003; since 2011, AIMS has opened additional centres in
Senegal, Ghana, Cameroon and Tanzania. AIMS is preparing to open its 6th
Centre in Kigali, Rwanda. The goal of the AIMS Next Einstein Initiative
(AIMS-NEI) is to build a pan-African network of 15 centres of excellence across
the continent by 2023.
The Next Einstein
Forum (NEF), an AIMS initiative in partnership with the Robert Bosch Stiftung,
is a new global forum for science in Africa that will propel Africa onto the
global scientific stage.
The NEF unites more
than 500 outstanding thinkers and distinguished stakeholders from around the
world together in Africa. NEF Global Gatherings, held every second year, will
showcase 15 of Africa’s top young scientists and connect them with leaders from
Africa and the rest of the world in high-profile, invitation-only forums. These
leading scientists, policy-makers, business people, journalists, civil-society
representatives and entrepreneurs will highlight breakthrough discoveries and
catalyse scientific collaboration for human development.
To be held in
Senegal as a 3-day event in March 2016, the NEF will touch on the 3 pillars of
science, society and policy.
We believe that
science is transformational, for individuals as well as for the African
continent. Our aim is to contribute to a brighter global future. Our dream is
that the next Einstein will be African. If you bring a collaborative spirit with
a passion to affect change, consider this opportunity as our…
Director,
Programs & Content, Next Einstein Forum
The Next Einstein
Forum (NEF) is in search of a visionary Director, Programs & Content to
help facilitate and support the continued growth of this initiative. Inspired
by an ambitious mission, you will contribute to developing a vibrant and
stimulating programme for future NEF Global Gatherings (content + speakers),
support the development of post-event materials and curate an exceptional event
which offers an enriching experience to onsite participants as well as those
following from afar.
As an experienced
science leader with experience in developing science events, you have strong
and accessible connections in the science, society and policy communities who
can be available as you support the growth of the NEF into a global platform
for science in Africa. You are collaborative and exude an approachable style
that generates trust to work closely with global leaders as a coach to guide
and inform them in their messaging and shaping of individual NEF Global
Gathering sessions that combine to elevate the central NEF theme. Working with
diverse team members across the AIMS network, your expertise will be relied on
to help grow the NEF from its first major event to a global institution.
This position
carries the opportunity to lead the development and growth of science in
Africa, working closely with leading scientific institutions, universities,
funding agencies, industry and governments.
This is a full time
opportunity based in Kigali, Rwanda.
Do you have
what we need?
· Advanced
post-graduate degree Science or related field; Postdoctoral experience
preferred
· You have
experience with the design/production/curation of global events
· You have an international
network of contacts in the fields of science funding, science policy and
science academies.
· You are a
scientist and have additional knowledge of the fields of science journalism,
science policy and the relationship between science and industry
· You have
exceptional interpersonal skills and knowledge of protocol, including dealing
with global and state leaders
· You are
self-motivated, with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple and large-scale,
time-sensitive projects
· You are a
confident presenter, at ease to exercise tact and diplomacy
· You bring
professional written and verbal communication skills, in English and working
fluency in French
· You are flexible
to adapt to a dynamic, evolving environment alongside a growing team of
uniquely diverse professionals
· You are familiar
with the political, social, economic and cultural context of working in Africa
· You are
self-sufficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and savvy with
web-based applications (Dropbox, Google, Skype)
· You are able and
willing to travel within and out of Africa, for periodic extended in-country
stays of up to 3 weeks
Are you
ready to be a part of the transformation?
Submit your letter
of motivation, including salary expectations together with your detailed CV as
one document to: careers@nexteinstein.org (Please quote “Director, Programs & Content
– NEF” in the subject line). Applications will be accepted until the right
candidate is found.
Should no feedback
be received from AIMS-NEI within four weeks of your submission, kindly accept
that your application will not be further pursued. AIMS-NEI reserves the right
not to make an appointment at its sole discretion.
AIMS-NEI is an equal
opportunity employer.