Technical/Scientific officer Vacancy at AVRDC

Technical/Scientific officer for AVRDC

AVRDC is seeking a highly motivated and qualified Indian national for the position of Technical/Scientific Officer, to be based in Ranchi, Jharkhand.

About AVRDC:AVRDC-The World Vegetable Center is a nonprofit, autonomous international agricultural research center with headquarters in Taiwan and regional offices around the globe. The Center conducts research and development programs that contribute to improved incomes and diets in the developing world. AVRDC in collaboration with Sir Ratan Tata Trust is implementing a project: “Improving vegetable production and consumption for sustainable rural livelihoods in Jharkhand and Punjab, India.”

The job:

1.      Coordinate project monitoring and evaluation activities;

2.      Help organize training to strengthen the capacity of local partners to carry out research and extension activities for vegetable growers;

3.      Provide project administrative support such as procurement, payments and maintaining accounts in accordance to AVRDC’s policies and regulations;

4.      Assist in developing extension training materials and programs in coordination with project team members, and documenting success stories;

5.      Provide technical assistance in marketing, disseminating and promoting good practices and lessons learned from various project activities;

6.      Assist in the preparation of periodic progress reports, technical papers, and presentations for meetings, and annual reports as needed by project stakeholders.

The person: Master’s degree in agriculture or horticulture, preferably with advanced studies or training in vegetable crops and marketing; At least two years of related work experience; Good analytical skills and the ability to monitor and evaluate experimental trials; Strong writing and verbal communication skills in English and Hindi; Proficiency in the use of MS Office; Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver outputs within agreed time frames.

The appointment: A competitive all inclusive consolidated compensation will be paid based on experience and skills. The appointment is for 18 months at Ranchi, Jharkhand, India.

How to Apply: Submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, one recent passport size photograph, names and contact addresses (phone number and e-mail) of three referees, attested copies of degrees/experience certificates obtained, and a letter highlighting relevant work experience, including a statement explaining your interest in working for AVRDC-The World Vegetable Center.

Send applications by e-mail to AVRDC-RCSA@cgiar.org clearly stating the job title in the subject column and forward to Dr. Warwick Easdown, Regional Director, AVRDC-The World Vegetable Center, ICRISAT campus, Patancheru 502 324, Hyderabad, India. Applicants from NARS/Universities should submit their applications through proper channels.

Closing Date: 30 September 2011 or until the position is filled. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER   http://www.icrisat.org/careers/Technical-Scientific-AVRDC.htm