Research facilitator(Scientific officer) vacancy at World Agroforestry centre

WORLD AGROFORESTRY CENTRE

POST: Research Facilitator (Science Officer) Pro-Poor Climate Change Mitigation

LOCATION: Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya

EMPLOYER: World Agroforestry Centre

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 27.9.2011

ABOUT THIS POSITION

The CGIAR Research Program, Climate Change, Agriculture and Food Security (CCAFS, http://www.ccafs.cgiar.org) is a major collaborative endeavour between the international agricultural (CGIAR) and global environmental change (ESSP) research communities, and their respective partners. CCAFS seeks to overcome the threats posed by a changing climate to achieving food security, enhancing livelihoods and improving environmental management in the developing world. Launched in 2009, the 10-year program’s current geographical focus is East Africa, West Africa and South Asia.

The Research Facilitator (Science Officer) will support and coordinate research activities of the CCAFS theme on Pro-Poor Climate Change Mitigation. The program’s research on mitigation aims to improve farmers’ livelihoods and meet future food needs in ways that also reduce the impact of agriculture on the climate and are environmentally sustainable. The Science Officer will work closely with the Theme Leader and other members of the CCAFS management team.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• To manage, synthesize and report information on Theme 3 budget, program and partners. Liaise with partners and administrative staff at ICRAF, CIAT and Copenhagen University as needed. (50%)
• To facilitate partner development and backstop regional research. Contribute to strategic research within Theme 3 within own areas of expertise. (30%)
• To coordinate communications among partners and potential research users in the design, implementation and evaluation of research projects. Coordinate related websites, workshops and capacity building events. (10%)
• To support fundraising, including preparation of proposals and reports to donors and other administrative support functions as required. (10%)

REQUIREMENTS

• PhD in a field related to climate change mitigation, ecological services, development economics, food security or agriculture, or a master’s degree and minimum of four years of relevant work experience involving program management.
• Excellent writing, editing and public speaking skills. 
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills and proven ability to work collaboratively in cross-cultural contexts.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and complete tasks with attention to detail and to meet deadlines.

TERMS OF OFFER

We offer a collegial, diverse and gender-sensitive working environment, and we strongly  encourage applications from qualified women. This position is remunerated on international terms. The appointment will be for an initial period of three (3) years, subject to a nine-month probation period.

HOW TO APPLY

• A cover letter illustrating your suitability and salary expectations
• A detailed and up-to-date curriculum vitae
• The names and addresses of three referees, including telephone, fax number and email address.

ADDRESS THESE TO: The Human Resources Unit, World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF), PO Box 30677, Nairobi, Kenya OR send via email to: icrafhru@cgiar.org. Indicate “Application for Research Facilitator (Science Officer)” on the application letter. Applications will be considered until 06 October 2011 or until a suitable candidate is identified and selected. Please note that only short-listed applicants meeting the above requirements will be contacted.

Please note that only short-listed applicants meeting the above requirements will be contacted.

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER www.worldagroforestry.org