Research and Development Division

Duties and responsibilities: 

1.    Proposes, researches and ensures the implementation of policy documents/strategies related to the research and development of innovative ideas and projects for all sectors;
2.    Identifies and contributes to the drafting and implementation of legislation related to the infrastructure of research and development of innovative projects/programs;  
3.    Proposes and plans structural measures for research and development of innovation activities;  
4.    Provides support for international cooperation and donors for research and development in the field of innovation; 
5.    Proposes, designs and provides forms of support for scientific projects and works through capacity building and development of innovative ideas and projects; 
6.    Coordinates activities with other government departments;
7.    In cooperation with MEDs in M. Municipalities and relevant institutes, identifies creative and agile young people to absorb new knowledge and has the task of finding opportunities and alternatives for advancing their knowledge; and 
8.    Coordinates and provides supportin fostering cooperation between the public sector, the private sector and academia to support innovative ideas and projects prioritizing young people and women;
9.    Head of the Division for Research and Development reports to the Director of the Innovation Department;
10.    The number of employees in the Division for Research and Development is five (5).


Contact:
Arlinda Alija, Head of the Division for Research and Development
Email: arlinda.alija@rks-gov.net
Tel: +383 (0)38 200 69513