Canary Islands Government Announces Public Call for Research and Innovation Leadership

Position Details

• Role: Head of the Coordination and Interrelation Area of Research, Innovation, and Information Society
• Agency: Canary Island Agency for Research, Innovation, and Society of Information
• Responsibilities:
  • Oversee the agency’s activities
  • Ensure smooth communication between departments
  • Coordinate efforts in research and innovation projects
• Appointment Process:
  • Transparent public selection
  • Eligible candidates: Career civil servants
  • Application deadline: 15 working days via the regional electronic registry

Broader Goals

• Strengthen regional research infrastructure
• Promote innovation across the islands
• Align research initiatives with government policies
• Foster collaboration among public and private entities
• Support the agency’s strategic goals

Emphasis on Merit and Transparency

Officials emphasize that the process allows current civil servants with the required qualifications and experience to compete fairly. It also highlights the Canary Islands’ commitment to merit-based appointments, transparency, and boosting administrative efficiency.

Appointment Details

• Selection method: Free designation procedure
• Key responsibilities:
  • Oversee the agency’s projects
  • Advise the director
  • Ensure compliance with regional regulations