• Strategic R&D Leadership • Develop Uganda’s R&D strategy aligned with EarthEnable and global R&D goals. • Identify new research areas (e.g., eco-friendly coatings, natural additives, faster curing methods) based on market trends, client feedback, and operational challenges. • Prioritize projects, allocate resources, and set science-backed objectives and timelines. • Chemical & Materials Innovation • Design and supervise lab experiments in coatings, plasters, and flooring technologies. • Innovate with catalysts, oils, and binders to optimize durability, drying time, and environmental impact. • Stay updated on chemical engineering advances and apply best practices to lab and field pilots. • Team Management & Development • Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary R&D team (chemists, engineers, officers, interns). • Foster creativity, experimentation, and rigorous documentation. • Support team members’ professional development and technical expertise growth. • Experimentation & Piloting Oversight • Ensure experiments are scientifically rigorous and operationally feasible. • Oversee district pilots, ensuring accurate execution, monitoring, and documentation. • Translate lab learnings into practical, field-ready solutions. • Collaboration & Knowledge Sharing • Address district challenges with timely investigations and solutions. • Partner with district and construction teams to integrate R&D outputs. • Develop SOPs and training materials for consistent application of solutions. • Present findings to senior leadership to shape company strategy. • Collaborate weekly with global R&D teams in Rwanda and Kenya for knowledge transfer. • Data Analysis & Reporting • Ensure accurate data collection, analysis, and interpretation of R&D results. • Maintain an organized repository of experimental results (successes and failures) for institutional learning. • Track metrics to evaluate R&D’s impact on product performance, durability, sustainability, and efficiency.

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field like Civil Engineering (advanced degree strongly preferred). • Expertise: Strong knowledge of chemical formulations and a proven track record in leading R&D or product development projects from concept to implementation. • Innovation: Ability to translate lab results into field-ready applications. • Leadership: Excellent skills in leading and mentoring technical teams. • Analytical Skills: Strong attention to detail in designing, documenting, and analyzing experiments, with the ability to translate findings into actionable recommendations. • Hands-On: Comfortable working in both lab and field settings, including experimentation with earth-based materials. • Adaptability: Thrives in a fast-paced, resource-constrained, entrepreneurial environment. • Communication: Capable of engaging diverse audiences, from scientists to field staff to senior management. • Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and data management tools.