The International Livestock Research
Institute (ILRI) seeks to recruit a communications and
knowledge management specialist to develop communications
materials and organize communications and knowledge sharing activities of
research, outputs and outcomes of the Sustainable Livestock Systems program.
ILRI works to improve food and
nutritional security and reduce poverty in developing countries through
research for efficient, safe and sustainable use of livestock.
Responsibilities
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Establish effective systems and
processes to support the program and scientists in promoting and contributing
to the impact of the SLS program, ensuring consistency of messages and
alignment to the program objectives.
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Develop, implement and monitor the
program communications strategy, including annual action plans targeting key
audiences and outputs.
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Manage the production of a stream of
public materials generated by the research programs, including regular news and
feature blog articles and more occasional research reports, policy briefs,
brochures, science posters and multimedia products
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Populate program-specific blog sites
with content, engaging with the readers of these blogs and with responders to
social media content generated by the programs
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Help disseminate the programs’
messages and materials through ILRI’s publishing, knowledge sharing and social
media channels as well as more widely as needed
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Update SLS content on relevant pages
of ILRI’s main website and other relevant web portals
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Keep track of the online footprint
and media mentions of SLS and the ILRI focal points serving the CGIAR research
programs on climate change, livestock and policies, working to amplify these
where appropriate
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Develop program-related materials,
such as summaries of research projects, updates of research progress, staff
profiles, feature articles and success stories
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Help the programs’ researchers/team
leaders work with media e.g. organize journalist interviews and staff profiles,
and disseminate key messages
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Ensure that research publications and
other outputs are deposited and indexed in ILRI’s repository and contribute
information as needed for ILRI’s online calendar of events and contacts systems
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Identify, track and report on a set
of performance indicators for communications work in the research program
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Contribute to the ILRI-wide
communications and KM community of practice, participate in CKM learning,
reviewing and planning activities and ensure that these activities follow ILRI
standards and agreed channels
Requirements
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Bachelor’s degree in communications,
journalism, advertising or related field.
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Master’s degree communications or
related field will be added advantage;
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At least 5 years of progressively
advanced experience in relevant communications work with focus on writing,
editing, proofreading and design of materials for print and web;
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Experience and expertise in: Graphic
arts computer programs. Database management. Managing media relations.
Publishing software.
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Excellent technical/ scientific
writing and editing skills.
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Experience with international or
development oriented organizations.
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Expertise in using social media for
high impact.
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Outstanding written and excellent verbal,
English;
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Skilled in mainstream computer
programs, especially Microsoft Office applications;
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Sharp analytical, organizational and
documentation skills;
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Keen attention to detail;
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Ability to work well both
independently and within teams;
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Flexible, willing to grow
professionally, learn new skills;
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Can meet tight deadlines without
compromising quality.
Terms of Appointment
This is a Nationally Recruited Staff
(NRS) position based at ILRI’s Nairobi campus. It is open to Kenyan nationals
only. The position is on a 3-year contract, renewable subject to satisfactory
performance and availability of funding.
Job Level
This position is at job level 2D and
open to Kenyan nationals only. ILRI offers a competitive salary and benefits
package which includes; pension, medical and other insurances for ILRI’s
Nationally Recruited Staff.
How to apply:
Applicants should CLICK HERE to send
a cover letter and CV expressing their interest in the position, what they can
bring to the job and the names and addresses (including telephone and email) of
three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional
qualifications and work experience to the Director, People and Organizational
Development before 6 February 2018.
The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI)
seeks to recruit a Communications Officer to provide leadership and
coordination for all communication, public and media engagements by the
BecA-ILRI Hub, ensuring a significant growth in its international profile.
ILRI works to improve food and
nutritional security and reduce poverty in developing countries through research
for efficient, safe and sustainable use of livestock.
It is the only one of 15 CGIAR
research centres dedicated entirely to animal agriculture research for the
developing world. Co-hosted by Kenya and Ethiopia, it has regional or country
offices and projects in East, South and Southeast Asia as well as Central,
East, Southern and West Africa.
The position
The job holder will develop and
implement strategic and tactical communications plans that will amplify the
impact of the BecA-ILR Hub’s research, capacity building and research related
services, and help position the Hub as a world class research facility
enhancing agricultural biosciences research capacity of African scientists for
improved food and nutritional safety and security and income.
The person reports to the Director of
the BecA-ILRI Hub and will work closely with and liaise with the ILRI
Communications Unit.
Responsibilities
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Establish effective systems and
processes to support the research programs and scientists in promoting, and
contribute to the impact of BecA Hub’s work through a broad range of
communication tools and integrated programs to ensure consistency of messaging
emanating from the Hub;
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Progress communications strategies
and implement annual action plans targeting key audiences of the Hub including
the use of media programs, digital and social media channels, one-on-one
engagements;
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Manage BecA Hub’s presence and
visibility at major external events
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Undertake engagements with donors,
policy makers, constituent regional institutions and various stakeholders on
behalf of the BecA-ILRI Hub;
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Develop and maintain relationships
with media contacts and drive positive international and regional media
coverage of the Hub through proactive media relations using press releases,
media events, contributed articles;
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Contribute to enhanced internal
communications by advising on innovative mechanisms, and by developing
appropriate messaging and processes to maximize the effectiveness of
communication;
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Oversee the activities related to the
production of high quality communications materials, including digital content,
annual reports and reviews, newsletters and e-newsletters, etc;
Requirements
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A Bachelor’s degree in journalism,
advertising, communications or related subject area.
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Experience in relationship building
with diverse stakeholder groups
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Experience in supporting
communications and/or media relations in agricultural/environmental research
for development is an added advantage.
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Ability to think strategically and to
develop and execute a strategic communication planning
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Ability to read, understand and
assimilate complex technical information to produce clear, well-written
summaries.
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Ability to present and package
scientific information into various formats to suit specialist and
non-specialist audiences.
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Basic knowledge of and skills in
desktop publishing, HTML, photography and photo editing.
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Demonstrated ability to work
independently and well within teams.
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Fluent English language skills, both
written and spoken.
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Excellent communication, organizational
and documentation skills.
Terms of
Appointment
This is a Nationally Recruited Staff
(NRS) position based at ILRI’s Nairobi campus. It is open to Kenyan nationals
only. The position is on a 3-year contract, renewable subject to satisfactory
performance and availability of funding.
Job Level
This position is at job level 3A and
open to Kenyan nationals only. ILRI offers a competitive salary and benefits
package which includes; pension, medical and other insurances for ILRI’s
Nationally Recruited Staff.
How to apply:
Applicants should CLICK HERE to
send a cover letter and CV explaining their interest in the position, what they
can bring to the job and the names and addresses (including telephone and
email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidate’s
professional qualifications and work experience to the Director, People and
Organizational Development before 6 February 2018. The position title and
reference number REF: CO /BecA/10/2017 should be clearly marked on the subject
line of the cover letter.
The International Livestock Research
Institute (ILRI) seeks to recruit a Statistical
Geneticist to support the genetic and
genomic evaluation systems and development of genomic tools in collaboration
with national and regional livestock and chicken breeding programs in
developing countries.
ILRI works to improve food and
nutritional security and reduce poverty in developing countries through
research for efficient, safe and sustainable use of livestock.
It is the only one of 15 CGIAR
research centres dedicated entirely to animal agriculture research for the
developing world. Co-hosted by Kenya and Ethiopia, it has regional or country
offices and projects in East, South and Southeast Asia as well as Central,
East, Southern and West Africa.
Responsibilities
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Contribute to the coordination of
field data collection and feedback activities; working closely with both
national and international research and development partners
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Contribute to the assessment and
testing of innovative approaches to livestock genetic improvement that can
deliver substantial improvements to poor farmers in low-input environments and
a developing country setting
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Support genetic and genomic
evaluation systems and development of genomic tools in collaboration with
national and regional breeding programs
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Contribute to the development of new
research proposals and /building/reviewing of databases for ruminant and
poultry livestock performance recording, monitoring and farmer feedback for use
in developing countries
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Develop tools and guidelines around
topical issues affecting AnGR improvement, utilization and development in developing
countries based on the data generated and the learnings from on-going projects
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Publish research results in peer-
reviewed journals, conference proceedings or other public media
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Supervise MSc and PhD students from
different countries on relevant topics
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Support team members in training
partners in statistical analyses as part of capacity strengthening of the
national and regional breeding programs, especially in data analyses and
genomic breeding value predictions
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Coordinate and facilitate scientific
exchanges with partners from both developed and developing countries to enhance
practical skills in improved dairy cattle and enhanced utilization of other
livestock species, especially sheep, goats and chickens under low input
commercial settings
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Contribute to the communication of
related livestock genetics and breeding program work at ILRI work, e.g. through
preparation of ILRI publications such as working papers, policy briefs,
technical reports, journal publications, conference papers and presentations at
relevant fora
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Contribute to the running of
workshops and meetings for specific projects (ILRI-UNE, SRUC, ADGG, ACGG AVCD)
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Establish and maintain professional
contacts, and interact with both national and international officials and
experts, other researchers, international organizations, development partners,
and stakeholders in area of livestock genetic improvement.
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Contributing to the organization of
conferences, seminars, and workshops organized or co-organized by the research
team and program.
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Participate in relevant institutional
committees
Requirements
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3 years post-doctoral experience
Genetics and Genomics
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Strong capabilities in quantitative
analysis, with demonstrated experience in mixed model methodologies (especially
experience with the use of ASREML), genomic selection and general application
of molecular information (genomic tools) in practical animal breeding
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Proficiency in at least one
statistical package, such as SAS, R or GenStat and in livestock database
design, management and use
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Familiarity with approaches to
achieve data integration, interoperability and visualization;
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Demonstrated ability to effectively
communicate research results in the form of reports or scientific publications
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A good track record of scientific
publications and resource mobilization
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Demonstrated ability to work in team,
network, prioritize, deliver under pressure and within set deadlines
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Evidence of excellent written and
spoken English
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Experience in managing field and data
analytics teams
Post location: The position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya
Position
level: The position level is 4C.
Duration: 3 years with the possibility of renewal, contingent upon
individual performance and continued funding.
Benefits: ILRI offers a competitive salary and benefits package
which includes 15% Pension, Medical insurance, Life insurance and allowances
for: Education, Housing, Relocation, Home leave, Annual holiday entitlement of
30 days + public holidays.
How to apply:
Applicants should CLICK HERE to
send a cover letter and CV expressing their interest in the position, what they
can bring to the job and the names and addresses (including telephone and
email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidate’s
professional qualifications and work experience to the Director, People and
Organizational Development on or before 24 February 2018. The position title
and reference number GS/12/2017 should be clearly marked on the subject line of
the cover letter.
ILRI
Consultancy
Economic
assessment of substandard and counterfeit veterinary products in Kenya
(Re-advertisement)
International Livestock Research
Institute (ILRI) seeks to recruit a Consultant to develop a framework to
estimate the economic impact of substandard and counterfeit veterinary products
in Kenya.
The International Livestock Research
Institute (ILRI) works to improve food and nutrition security and reduce
poverty in developing countries through research for efficient, safe and
sustainable use of livestock.
It is the only one of 15 CGIAR
research centres dedicated entirely to animal agriculture research for the
developing world. Co-hosted by Kenya and Ethiopia, it has regional or country
offices and projects in East, South and Southeast Asia as well as Central,
East, Southern and West Africa.
Background: Animal health delivery in Kenya is constrained by many factors
including availability of professionals, poor infrastructure in some parts of
the country and inappropriate policies for private sector growth. Availability
of animal health products (drugs, vaccines, and diagnostics) forms an important
part of the animal health delivery system.
There have been reports of widespread
use of counterfeit and substandard veterinary products in the country. In human
medicine where there is more data, it is estimated that the volume of fake
medicines is about 30% (Frederiksen –Hagen, 2014).
The limited information indicate that
the use of counterfeit and substandard products is more rampant in the arid and
semi-arid parts of the country.
It is therefore necessary to estimate
the extent of this problem as part of the goal of improving the delivery of
animal health services.
Scope of work
The scope of work includes:
The consultant will develop a
framework for calculating the economic cost of the use of counterfeit and
substandard veterinary medicines based on literature review of what has been
done previously and stakeholder consultations.
The framework should include methods
of capturing the various cost of using substandard and counterfeit drugs and
the assumptions made.
Using the framework, the consultant
will then estimate the economic cost of counterfeit and substandard veterinary
products in Isiolo, Marsabit, Garissa and Kiambu counties where data on the
prevalence of the use of counterfeit and substandard veterinary products and
the volumes of the use of these products has been collected. Other sources of
data will also be needed and where data are missing this will be identified.
The consultant will then extrapolate
these costs to a national estimate.
Final Products
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A report of the analytical framework
for calculating the economic cost of counterfeit and substandard veterinary
products
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A report of the economic cost of
counterfeit and substandard veterinary products in Isiolo, Garissa, Marsabit
and Kiambu counties
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A report on the data gaps that could
improve the calculation of the economic cost of counterfeit and substandard
veterinary products.
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A final technical report that
includes the background, methodology, results and conclusions
Consultancy
Fee: daily rate
Post location: Home based
Duration: 60 days
Expected
places of travel: Isiolo, Marsabit, Garissa and
Kiambu
Essential
Skills and Qualifications Required:
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A PhD in Agricultural or Development
economics
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Experience in carrying out a similar
type of analysis
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Knowledge of the Kenya animal health
sector
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Proven track record carrying out
similar assignments
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Demonstrable writing skills
How to apply:
Applicants should CLICK HERE to
send a cover letter and CV explaining their interest in the position, what they
can bring to the job and the names and addresses (including telephone and
email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidate’s
professional qualifications and work experience to the Director, People and
Organizational Development before 10 February 2018.
The position title and reference
number REF:EAVP/01/2018 should be clearly marked on the subject line of the
cover letter.
We thank all applicants for their
interest in working for ILRI. Due to the volume of applications, only
shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
ILRI does not charge a fee at any
stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing or
training). ILRI also does not concern itself with information on applicants’
bank accounts.
To find out more about ILRI, visit
our websites at http://www.ilri.org/
To find out more about working at
ILRI visit our website at http://www.ilri.org/ilricrowd/
ILRI is an equal opportunity
employer.
