INTERNATIONAL CROP RESEARCH INSTITUTE FOR SEMI ARID TROPICS
POST: Manager, Watersheds
RESPONSIBILITIES: Integration of management, development, and research aspects of on-farm and on-station watersheds. Good knowledge and skills in the integrated watershed management concept, engineering aspects of watershed development including topographic survey, construction of rainwater harvesting structures, preparation of GIS maps, and preparation of detailed project reports (DPRs) and conduct of research trials in the areas of soil, water, and nutrient management. The incumbent is expected to travel extensively to watershed sites in India.
DESIRED CANDIDATE’S PROFILE: The candidate should have MSc in Agricultural Engineering with a minimum 15 years of hands-on experience in reputed research institution. Degree/Diploma in Agricultural Engineering with 20 years of relevant experience will be considered. Incumbent should be well versed with handling and management of various instruments used in the watersheds such as total survey station, runoff and soil loss recorders, groundwater level meters, pressure plates, soil moisture measuring devices like neutron probes and TDR, etc. Good data handling and processing computer skills are essential. The person must have good proficiency in English writing and communication skills; knowledge of more Indian languages will be an added advantage. Candidate with evidence of good quality Publications in the area of watershed management will be preferred.
THE REWARD: These positions are in the scientific and managerial group of ICRISAT, with a competitive salary and benefits package paid in Indian rupees, which includes attractive perquisites. These positions are for an initial three year period, and may be extended depending on requirement, funding availability and performance of the incumbent.
HOW TO APPLY: The application should include an up-to-date resume, a recent passport size photograph, names and addresses (including phone & e-mail) of three referees. Please send applications to Director, Human Resources and Operations, ICRISAT, Patancheru, Andhra Pradesh 502 324, India by E-mail to icrisatjobs@cgiar.org , latest by 6 January 2012, clearly stating the job title in the subject column. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
ICRISAT is an equal opportunity employer, and is especially interested in increasing the participation of women on its staff. ICRISAT has a flexible approach to international appointments and welcomes dual-career couples.
FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://www.icrisat.org/careers/Manager-Watershed.htm
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