Vacancy:
Science Coordinator - AWARD
About our organization
The World Agroforestry Centre is an independent research institution which generates science-based knowledge about the complex role trees play in agricultural landscapes and rural livelihoods.
About our organization
The World Agroforestry Centre is an independent research institution which generates science-based knowledge about the complex role trees play in agricultural landscapes and rural livelihoods.
AWARD is a pioneering project to boost the talent pool of African women in the agricultural sciences.
AWARD
delivers career development fellowships to hundreds of women in agricultural
institutions throughout sub-Saharan Africa.
The
project covers 11 countries: Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Liberia, Malawi,
Mozambique, Nigeria, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, and Zambia.
Main Purpose of the Job
AWARD requires expertise to provide strategic, tactical and operational support to the AWARD Director in relation to four critical issues:
1. Coordination of AWARD’s science cornerstone, including smooth implementation of the advanced science training (especially regarding research attachments) and training in science skills (research proposal and science writing as well as presentation skills) regarding content of such courses and development of appropriate training material including gender-responsiveness of agricultural research)
Main Purpose of the Job
AWARD requires expertise to provide strategic, tactical and operational support to the AWARD Director in relation to four critical issues:
1. Coordination of AWARD’s science cornerstone, including smooth implementation of the advanced science training (especially regarding research attachments) and training in science skills (research proposal and science writing as well as presentation skills) regarding content of such courses and development of appropriate training material including gender-responsiveness of agricultural research)
2. Design and
implementation of a specific training course on gender-responsiveness in
agricultural research for development focused on collection and interpretation
of gender disaggregated data, preferably in partnership with renowned capacity
building institutions and preferably to be delivered by African trainers to be
trained on this subject
3. Support towards
monitoring and evaluation and reporting of the science cornerstone activities
in AWARD II
4. Representation of
AWARD in science / research related forums with a view of building and
strengthening AWARD’s partnerships with relevant sub-regional, Africa-wide, and
international stakeholders in ARD with a view to support sustainability of the
AWARD approach.
AWARD’s science cornerstone is critical for the program’s success, particularly in the areas of gender-responsiveness in ARD and planning and implementation of competitive research attachments and other advanced science training, but also regarding a strategy for sustainability and forward planning.
AWARD’s science cornerstone is critical for the program’s success, particularly in the areas of gender-responsiveness in ARD and planning and implementation of competitive research attachments and other advanced science training, but also regarding a strategy for sustainability and forward planning.
Consequently,
the AWARD Team requires support in designing and coordination of implementation
of these activities including selection of partners and trainer and handling
host institution selection and follow-up, planning and implementation of
science skills courses, and reflection / forward planning exercises.
Having regard to the current team composition in the science cornerstone (the science coordinator is supported by a science cornerstone officer) this role requires a full-time regionally recruited position.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the leadership of the AWARD Director, the AWARD Science Coordinator will:
Having regard to the current team composition in the science cornerstone (the science coordinator is supported by a science cornerstone officer) this role requires a full-time regionally recruited position.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the leadership of the AWARD Director, the AWARD Science Coordinator will:
- lead AWARD’s
science cornerstone, in particular regarding competitive advanced science
training of fellows and content of AWARD’s science skills courses
- supervise and
guide the AWARD Science Cornerstone Officer and Science Cornerstone
Assistant in smooth implementation of all activities of AWARD’s science
cornerstone
- supervise and
guide the AWARD Science Cornerstone Officer and Science Cornerstone
Assistant in monitoring and evaluation of all science cornerstone
activities
- ensure timely
and accurate reporting of all science cornerstone activities as per
requirements/grants
- support the
Director in the development of material and trainers to deliver a course
on gender responsiveness of agricultural research assist the AWARD team in
developing a sustainability strategy with key African partners
Qualifications
and Experience
- PhD in a field
of science relevant to sub-Saharan African agriculture
- Minimum 10
years’ experience in the development and management of research and
development (R&D) projects in Africa
- Proven
experience in developing skills and careers of scientists
- Proven
experience in M&E of science capacity building and science
projects/programs
- Widely networked
and well regarded within the sub-Saharan African science system:
universities, national agricultural research systems, research networks,
etc
- Experience in
gender responsiveness in ARD as well as inclusiveness of work places
- Good written and
spoken English. Good written and oral communication skills in French are
highly desirable
Terms
of offer
We offer a collegial, diverse and gender-sensitive working environment, and we strongly encourage applications from qualified women.
We offer a collegial, diverse and gender-sensitive working environment, and we strongly encourage applications from qualified women.
This
position is on regional terms and will be for an initial period of three (3)
years, renewable subject to nine (9) months’ probation period, assessment of
performance, continued relevance of the position and availability of resources.
How to apply
How to apply
Vacancy:
Genetic Resources Unit Manager
About our organization
The World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF) is an independent research institution which generates science-based knowledge about the diverse roles that trees play in agricultural landscapes, and to use its research to advance policies and practices, and their implementation that benefit the poor and the environment.
About our organization
The World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF) is an independent research institution which generates science-based knowledge about the diverse roles that trees play in agricultural landscapes, and to use its research to advance policies and practices, and their implementation that benefit the poor and the environment.
ICRAF
is guided by the broad development challenges pursued by the Consultative Group
on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR).
These
include poverty alleviation that entails enhanced food security and health,
improved productivity with lower environmental and social costs, and resilience
in the face of climate change and other external shocks.
The Centre’s headquarters are located in Nairobi, Kenya, with eight regional and sub-regional offices located in China, India, Indonesia, Kenya, Malawi, Mali, Peru and Cameroon.
The Centre’s headquarters are located in Nairobi, Kenya, with eight regional and sub-regional offices located in China, India, Indonesia, Kenya, Malawi, Mali, Peru and Cameroon.
ICRAF
conducts research in 28 other countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America.
Main purpose of the job
The main purpose of the position will be to oversee the management of ICRAF’s Agroforestry Genetic Resources.
Specific responsibilities
Main purpose of the job
The main purpose of the position will be to oversee the management of ICRAF’s Agroforestry Genetic Resources.
Specific responsibilities
- Managing
conservation and documentation of the Agroforestry tree collection in the
seed genebanks and field genebanks to international standards.
- Coordinating and
managing viability and germplasm health monitoring.
- Managing
distribution of seeds from all ICRAF collections in accordance with
provisions under the International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for
Food and Agriculture (ITPGRFA) and country specific policies as relevant.
- Planning and
managing genetic resources characterization activities.
- Organizing and
managing activities and resources in the genebank and molecular
laboratories.
- Stratification
of the collection to ensure the most efficient management whilst
maintaining standards of quality and safety.
- Liaising with
genetic resources staff from national partner institutes in all regions
where ICRAF operates to facilitate collection, conservation and use
of Agroforestry tree collection.
- Developing
proposals with colleagues, fund raising and monitoring progress against
donor funded projects.
- Developing and
supervising research to promote the use of improved germplasm of exotic
and indigenous tree species while avoiding problems associated with
invasive species.
- Supervising,
overseeing and facilitating development of ICRAF’s GRU databases (relevant
for conservation and use) specifically for agroforestry tree seed sources,
high value AF tree provenances, improved materials, i.e., clones and
varieties and field genebanks.
- Contributing
towards policy development with the International Treaty for Plant Genetic
Resources and other relevant instruments, along with national policy
frameworks.
- Supervising
research fellows linked to ICRAF Genetic Resources Unit.
- Ensuring
Genebank collaboration with other relevant CGIAR Research Programs (CRPs)
and Science Domains.
Requirements
- PhD in Agronomy,
Genetic Resources, Plant Physiology or any other related subject.
- Knowledge of
statistical packages.
- At least seven
years of experience in managing genetic resources collections, laboratory
management or plant health for genebanks.
- The applicant
should display an understanding of international policies guiding access
and benefit sharing for plant genetic resources and a proven publication
record including scientific articles.
Terms
of offer
We offer a collegial, diverse and gender-sensitive working environment, and we strongly encourage applications from qualified women.
We offer a collegial, diverse and gender-sensitive working environment, and we strongly encourage applications from qualified women.
This
position is on regional terms and will be for an initial period of three (3)
years, renewable subject to nine (9) months’ probation period, assessment of
performance, continued relevance of the position and availability of resources.
How to apply
How to apply
Position
Title: Deputy Director General – Partnerships,
Regions and Impact
Reports
to:
Director General
Duty
Station: World
Agroforestry Headquarters in Nairobi
ICRAF
is an equal opportunity employer and encourages female applicants to apply
Role: To provide oversight and strategic direction to staff in Regions, Partnership Office, Protocol, Capacity Development Unit and Impact and Extension Team
Role: To provide oversight and strategic direction to staff in Regions, Partnership Office, Protocol, Capacity Development Unit and Impact and Extension Team
Duties
and Responsibilities:
Management
and leadership
- Line management
of ICRAF’s five Regional Programmes: working closely with i) Deputy
Director General -Research to assist with links/synergies with the Science
Domains and global projects; and ii) Deputy Director General –Corporate
Services to provide oversight on regional and country performance,
staffing, administration and operations;
- Serve as a
member of the Centre’s Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and participate in strategic
planning and decision-making;
- Guide and
support the capacity strengthening efforts of the Centre, including
oversight of the Capacity Development Unit;
- Represent ICRAF
at important global and regional fora;
- Carry out any
other tasks related to this portfolio as may be assigned by the Director
General.
- Guide the
development and management of host country agreements in countries where
ICRAF has a presence.
Partnership
- Guide the
Centre's efforts to form and maintain strategic partnerships with relevant
organizations for the delivery of Agroforestry Research for Development;
- Link partnering
efforts with donor relations and resource mobilization activities at the
Centre through the Programs Development Unit;
- Position
agroforestry favorably for partners to expand and deepen their
agroforestry agendas and capacities;
- Monitor and
report internally and to the CGIAR Consortium, as appropriately, on
matters relating to partnerships;
- Guide ICRAF on
handling of Hosted Institutions and also assist ICRAF scientists hosted by
partner organizations.
Qualifications
and experience
- PhD in
agricultural, agroforestry, forestry, natural resources management, social
sciences or a related discipline
- Strong
professional affiliations
- 10 – 15 years of
experience, with at least 5 years in developing countries, managing
partnerships, Impact and administration responsibilities at a senior
level.
Skills
and Competencies
- A good
understanding of the role of partnership and impact assessment in a
knowledge based organization
- Strong conflict
resolution and track record in managing collaborative relationships with a
range of partners, including the private sector, in the agricultural or
knowledge based institutions
- Detailed
awareness and knowledge of some areas of the global agroforestry research
agenda.
- An established
record of research achievements, including a substantive history of
scientific publication
- Strong
interpersonal skills and communication ability in English, additional
language (French /Spanish) is an added advantage.
- Demonstrated
ability to foster and manage interdisciplinary, gender-inclusive and
multi-cultural teams
- Excellent
leadership skills and ability to make convincing presentations at high
level
- Extensive
familiarity with tropical developing countries and regions
- Demonstrated
ability for decision making and follow ups.
Terms
of offer
This
position is remunerated on international terms.
The
appointment will be for an initial period of three (3) years, subject to a nine
(9) month probation period.
How to apply
Click here to apply online
How to apply
Click here to apply online
Position
Title: Leader of Science Domain 2
Specialization: Tree Products and Markets
Reports to: Deputy Director General - Research
Duty Station: World Agroforestry Headquarters in Nairobi
ICRAF is an equal opportunity employer and encourages female applicants to apply
Main purpose of the job
Specialization: Tree Products and Markets
Reports to: Deputy Director General - Research
Duty Station: World Agroforestry Headquarters in Nairobi
ICRAF is an equal opportunity employer and encourages female applicants to apply
Main purpose of the job
The
Leader of Science Domain 2 will channel efforts towards creating and supporting
high impact research that focuses on aspects of markets, value chain and
business development, enabling business environments, production and enterprise
economics and strengthening of rural livelihoods.
Research
is set in the context of trees and agroforestry systems in farming landscapes
and has a strong orientation towards development practice.
Each
Science Domain is led by a world-class researcher who conceptualizes, develops
and oversees that domain and its sub-themes as well as seeking synergies and
integration with CGIAR Research Programmes (CRPs), other Science Domains and
our cross-regional and regional teams.
The
SDs are the means to seek thematic coherence in our institutional agenda and
the SD office teams are primarily focused on the first two of ICRAF’s roles,
namely:
(i)
production of global public goods, and
(ii)
building robust evidence for better investments and policies. They also support
our regional teams with roles concerning
(iii)
actionable knowledge, and
(iv)
capacity development.
Each
SD further instils a focus on innovation, gender advancement and wider public
awareness and appreciation within the agroforestry arena.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Duties and Responsibilities:
1.
Lead research focusing on the following themes:
- Value chain
analysis and development including post-harvest handling, for agroforestry
tree
products
- Consumer demand
(including nutrition and its linkages to markets)
- Institutional,
political, and market context for value chain development and rural
livelihood strengthening (including standards and other market
governance tools)
- Input and
service markets, particularly better understanding of how to organize
nursery capacity in scaling
- Enterprise
development, with focus on cooperatives and producer associations
- Rural
livelihoods, vulnerability, and risk-reducing mechanisms, and
- Multi-stakeholder
learning for improved design and implementation of value chain development
The
research should be of global value leading to generation of new knowledge,
methods, policies and capacity
2.
Lead research in other relevant areas of production and enterprise economics of
agroforestry systems as well as private sector engagement in public-private
partnerships
3. Provide leadership for ICRAF's contributions to the CGIAR Research Program on Policies, Institutions and Markets.
4. Supporting functions for all the above:
3. Provide leadership for ICRAF's contributions to the CGIAR Research Program on Policies, Institutions and Markets.
4. Supporting functions for all the above:
- Guide and build
ICRAF’s capacity to carry out such research in all its regions.
- Guide/supervise
thesis research students
- Initiate and
manage partnerships with different national and international stakeholders
(government agencies, private companies, donor agencies, NGOs, among
others)
- Interact with
other senior staff to ensure useful incorporation of the activities
mentioned above into other aspects of the Centre’s work
- Project
development and implementation and fundraising.
- Contribute to
the attainment of the Centre’s strategic goals and the CGIAR Consortium’s
Strategic Research Framework
5.
Carry out any other activities related to the Program as directed by ICRAF
DDG-R.
Qualifications and experience
Qualifications and experience
- PhD in
agricultural/natural resources economics, a related social science,
business management, or a related discipline
- Strong
publications record, including peer-reviewed journal articles
- Research
experience in developing countries
- Experience with
research themes that are prioritized in SD2
- 10 years with
minimum of 5 years postdoctoral experience
Skills
and Competencies
- Skills in
research design and quantitative and qualitative data analysis
- Strong track
record in managing collaborative relationships with a range of partners,
including the private sector, in the agricultural or natural resource
management sectors
- Demonstrated
fundraising and proposal writing experience
- Familiarity with
international agricultural and environmental research
- Strong written
and verbal communication skills, fluency in English and, ideally, French
and/or Spanish
- Ability to
flourish in multidisciplinary and multicultural teams
- Strong capacity
to mentor young scientists/students
- Willingness to
travel frequently internationally
Terms
of offer
This
position is remunerated on international terms.
The
appointment will be for an initial period of two (2) years, subject to a nine
(9) month probation period.
How to apply
How to apply
Click here to apply online
Deadline: 31 Jul-2013
Deadline: 31 Jul-2013
Please
note that only short-listed applicants meeting the above requirements will be
contacted.
