Jobs at International Livestock Research Institute
International Livestock Research Institute is currently recruiting into a number of positions
ILRI-BecA vacancy: research technician (closing 15 January 2012)
Vacancy Number: RT/BECA/GENETIC DIVERSITY/12/11
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Duration: 2-year contract renewable
The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) works at the crossroads of livestock and poverty, bringing high-quality livestock science, communications and capacity building to bear on poverty reduction and sustainable development. ILRI is one of 15 centres supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR). ILRI has campuses in Kenya (headquarters) and Ethiopia, with other offices located in other regions of Africa (Mali, Mozambique, Nigeria) as well as in South Asia (India, Sri Lanka), Southeast Asia (Laos, Thailand, Vietnam) and East Asia (China).
ILRI also manages the Biosciences eastern and central Africa (BecA) Hub, a new centre for excellence in modern plant and animal biology in Africa. BecA is an initiative developed within the framework of the New Partnership for Africa’s Development (NEPAD)/ African Union African Biosciences initiative. It consists of a Hub based on the ILRI campus in Nairobi, Kenya and a network of regional nodes and other affiliated laboratories and organizations throughout the region. The BecA Hub facilities are world class, including a range of molecular, plant transformation, and genomics laboratories and equipment (e.g. 454 sequencing, Biosafety level 3 laboratory, plant growth facilities). The Hub hosts and conducts research in crop, microbe and livestock areas where new developments in science offer promise to address previously intractable problems constraining Africa’s development. Capacity building is a major goal of all activities. The scope covers agriculture and food security and their intersections with human health and nutrition, and the sustainable use of Africa’s natural resources. Further information is available at http://hub.africabiosciences.org/
The BecA Hub seeks to recruit a Research Technician to provide support to a team conducting genetic diversity studies for breeding strategies using molecular markers. This position is a two year term appointment with the possibility of renewal, contingent upon individual performance and continued funding, and is based at ILRI’s Headquarters in Nairobi.
Key responsibilities
- Conducting research using molecular tools
- Establishing and curating of databases containing overall project data
- Genotyping and sequence analysis
- Developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- Ensuring good laboratory practices including proper maintenance of various laboratory equipment
- Contributing to capacity building activities
- Helping to coordinate permit acquisition with the institute’s health and safety office
Requirements
- MSc degree in biological sciences with two years of experience or equivalent, or alternatively a Bachelor of Science degree with five years’ experience
- Practical knowledge across a range of molecular techniques
- Knowledge of laboratory health and safety procedures
- Computer literacy in MS Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is essential
- Knowledge of some bioinformatics tools would be an advantage
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and within a team setting
- Strong communication skills, both written and spoken
To apply go to: http://www.myjobsinkenya.com/?s=view_recr_profile&i=100018 by 15 January 2012. Only applicants that are received via this link will be considered and only short listed candidates will be contacted.
The position title and reference number RT/BECA/GENETIC DIVERSITY/12/11 should be clearly marked on the subject line of the email applications.
To find out more about ILRI and the BecA Hub, visit our websites at http://www.ilri.org and http://hub.africabiosciences.org
ILRI is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates, particularly women, are encouraged to apply.
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ILRI-CIMMYT vacancy: research assistant iv (closing December 27, 2011)
Vacancy Number: Ref: A/020/2011
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Duration: 2-year contract renewable
General: The International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT) is an autonomous, non profit making, international scientific organization operating under the aegis of the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR). More specifically its mission is:
To encourage, support and undertake activities to improve the productivity, profitability, and sustainability of maize and wheat systems in the interest of the resource poor in developing countries.
The position: The International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT) is recruiting a Research Assistant based in Addis Ababa, who will be a member of the CIMMYT team.
MAIN DUTIES (Terms of Reference)
- Contributes to the implementation of on-going research projects in Africa, particularly in relation to Drought Tolerant Maize for Africa (DTMA) and other projects.
- Contributes in designing and implementing field surveys and other socio-economic research activities.
- Compiles, analyzes and rigorously document primary and secondary socioeconomic data sets.
- Contributes in developing research reports, journal articles and policy briefs.
- Guides, supports and monitors the regional NARES partners in planning and execution of research activities.
- Pro-actively contributes, develops your skills and takes increasing responsibilities in all of the above.
- Other reasonable duties that may be assigned by your supervisor.
Minimum Requirement:
Education: MSc degree from a recognized university in agricultural economics or any other related field in applied economics
Experience: At least two years demonstrated experience.
(i) designing and implementing surveys in rural settings (preferably household and market surveys); and
(ii) management and analysis of large socioeconomic datasets using standard statistical and econometric software (preferably SPSS and/or STATA).
Training: Agricultural economics; agricultural development; development economics; resource economics; econometrics; research methods; policy analysis.
Skills: Good econometric skills are essential; combination of good analytical, writing and field work skills; scientific rigor, initiative, ability to work independently; good English (oral & written); computer skills (MS office, SPSS, STATA)
Duty Station: Addis Ababa
Grade: Level 2D.
Minimum Gross Salary: Birr 10,710
Terms of appointment: Initial appointment is (fixed term) for two years with the possibility of renewal appointment, contingent upon individual performance and the availability of funding. CIMMYT offers a multicultural, collegial research environment with competitive salary and excellent benefits in line with ILRI salary applicable for its Nationally Recruited Staff. CIMMYT is an international and equal opportunity organization and believes that diversity of its staff contributes to excellence.
The ILRI campus is set in a secure, attractive campus on the outskirts of Addis Ababa. Dining and sports facilities are located on site.
Applications: Applicants should send a cover letter, resume, copies of relevant documents and testimonials and the names and addresses (including telephone, fax and email) of three referees knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience to the Human Resources Office, ILRI, P.O. Box 5689, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia; Telephone: (251-11)-617-20-00; Fax: (251-11)-617-20-01. The name and reference number of the position for which the application is made should be clearly marked on the envelopes if mailed, or on the fax applications. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Closing date: December 27, 2011.
To find more about CIMMYT, visit our Website at http://www.cimmyt.org
CIMMYT is an equal opportunity employer.
Qualified women are particularly encouraged to apply
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ILRI vacancy: research technician – CBPP (closing 06 January, 2012)
Vacancy Number: RT/BIOTEC/12/11
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Duration: 2-year contract renewable
The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) works at the crossroads of livestock and poverty, bringing high-quality livestock science, communications and capacity building to bear on poverty reduction and sustainable development. ILRI is one of 15 centres supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR). ILRI has campuses in Kenya (headquarters) and Ethiopia, with other offices located in other regions of Africa (Mali, Mozambique, and Nigeria) as well as in South Asia (India, Sri Lanka), Southeast Asia (Laos, Thailand, and Vietnam) and East Asia (China).
ILRI seeks to recruit a Research Technician to develop better diagnostics and vaccines against contagious bovine pleuropneumonia (CBPP). Contagious bovine pleuropneumonia (CBPP) is a fatal lung disease of cattle caused by a mycoplasma.
Job Purpose
To identify mycoplasma components targeted by the primary (IgM) antibody response (a proxy for early infection) and to develop a prototype slide agglutination assay based on these antigens for evaluation as a point-of-care diagnostic. The candidate will be responsible for purifying recombinant mycoplasma proteins and testing them in ELISA and latex agglutination assays for specificity and sensitivity.
Responsibilities
- Culture and quantify mycoplasma in vitro
- Synthesize and purify recombinant mycoplasma proteins
- Evaluate antibody responses from vaccinated and infected cattle against recombinant protein
- Develop a prototype slide agglutination assay
Requirements
- Master of Science degree in a biosciences field
- Have good practical skills in basic molecular biology and microbiology techniques.
- Experience with synthesis and secretion of recombinant proteins, as well as with enzyme assays
- Attention to detail and high degree of precision
- Good organization skills and ability to communicate results orally and in writing
- Proficient in use of Ms Office packages.
- Have basic knowledge of statistics and data analysis
- Ability to work in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams
Terms of appointment: This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position based at ILRI’s Nairobi campus and is open to Kenyan nationals only. The position is on a 2-year contract renewable subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funding.
Job level and salary: This position is job Grade 2C with a starting gross salary of KES 105,833 per month. This is exclusive of other benefits provided within ILRI’s Nationally Recruited Staff Scheme.
Applications, addressed to the Human Resources Director, must include: a cover letter, curriculum vitae and the names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience (and not related to the applicant) should be emailed to: [email protected] by 06 January, 2012.
The position, title and reference number “RT/BIOTEC/12/11” should be clearly marked on the subject line of the email applications. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
To find more about ILRI, visit our Website at http://www.ilri.org/
ILRI is an equal opportunity employer and is keen to further diversify its staff in terms of both gender and nationality.
Qualified women and professionals from developing countries are particularly encouraged to apply.
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ILRI-CIMMYT vacancy: research assistant iv (closing 10 (Ten) days after the date of publication in the Ethiopian Herald)
Vacancy Number: A/020/2011
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Duration: two years
General: The International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT) is an autonomous, non profit making, international scientific organization operating under the aegis of the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR). More specifically its mission is:
To encourage, support and undertake activities to improve the productivity, profitability, and sustainability of maize and wheat systems in the interest of the resource poor in developing countries.
The position: The International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT) is recruiting a Research Assistant based in Addis Ababa, who will be a member of the CIMMYT team.
MAIN DUTIES (Terms of Reference)
- Contributes to the implementation of on-going research projects in Africa, particularly in relation to Drought Tolerant Maize for Africa (DTMA) and other projects.
- Contributes in designing and implementing field surveys and other socio-economic research activities.
- Compiles, analyzes and rigorously document primary and secondary socioeconomic data sets.
- Contributes in developing research reports, journal articles and policy briefs.
- Guides, supports and monitors the regional NARES partners in planning and execution of research activities.
- Pro-actively contributes, develops your skills and takes increasing responsibilities in all of the above.
- Other reasonable duties that may be assigned by your supervisor.
Minimum Requirement:
Education: MSc degree from a recognized university in agricultural economics or any other related field in applied economics
Experience: At least two years demonstrated experience.
(i) designing and implementing surveys in rural settings (preferably household and market surveys); and
(ii) management and analysis of large socioeconomic datasets using standard statistical and econometric software (preferably SPSS and/or STATA).
Training: Agricultural economics; agricultural development; development economics; resource economics; econometrics; research methods; policy analysis.
Skills: Good econometric skills are essential; combination of good analytical, writing and field work skills; scientific rigor, initiative, ability to work independently; good English (oral & written); computer skills (MS office, SPSS, STATA)
Duty Station: Addis Ababa
Grade: Level 2D.
Minimum Gross Salary: Birr 10,710
Terms of appointment: Initial appointment is (fixed term) for two years with the possibility of renewal appointment, contingent upon individual performance and the availability of funding. CIMMYT offers a multicultural, collegial research environment with competitive salary and excellent benefits in line with ILRI salary applicable for its Nationally Recruited Staff. CIMMYT is an international and equal opportunity organization and believes that diversity of its staff contributes to excellence.
Applications: Applicants should send a cover letter, resume, copies of relevant documents and testimonials and the names and addresses (including telephone, fax and email) of three referees knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience to the Human Resources Office, ILRI, P.O. Box 5689, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia; Telephone: (251-11)-617-20-00; Fax: (251-11)-617-20-01. The name and reference number of the position for which the application is made should be clearly marked on the envelopes if mailed, or on the fax applications. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Closing date: 10 (Ten) days after the date of publication in the Ethiopian Herald.
To find more about CIMMYT, visit our Website at http://www.cimmyt.org
CIMMYT is an equal opportunity employer.
Qualified women are particularly encouraged to apply
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ILRI vacancy: scientist – livestock production specialist (closing 15 January 2012)
Vacancy Number: LPS/BIOTECHNOLOGY-WP/12/11
Location: Bamako, Mali
Duration: three years
Base Salary from USD40,000 plus attractive international staff benefits package
General: The Africa-based, globally networked International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) helps reduce poverty, hunger and environmental degradation by enhancing animal agriculture in developing countries. ILRI positions its work at the dynamic interface of poverty alleviation and sustainable livestock livelihoods. Our staff work in partnerships and alliances with hundreds of organisations in developed and developing countries, including some of the finest universities and research institutions in the world. ILRI’s headquarters are in Nairobi, Kenya, with a second principal campus in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Our staff are also based in 7 partner institutions in other parts of Africa, in Asia and Latin America. We employ more than 700 staff from about 40 countries and are one of 15 centres around the world sponsored by the Consultative Group of International Agricultural Research (CGIAR).
The position: ILRI seeks to recruit a scientist to join a new multidisciplinary project on peri-urban dairy systems in Mali. The project aims to characterise the performance of different dairy breed types (indigenous pure-breeds as well as indigenous by exotic cross-breeds) by obtaining data at different levels (community, farm and animal), with the monitoring of the dairy animals occurring over an 18 month period. The project will also investigate aspects of the dairy value-chain related to germplasm delivery. This scientist will design data collection instruments and coordinate data collection in two sites in Mali (one located in peri-urban Bamako, the other located some distance from Bamako), as well as run various workshops including farmer feed-back sessions. She/he will also be responsible for analyzing the field data. She/he would also play a key role in developing and sustaining the partnerships and communication activities needed to ensure that the project is conducted smoothly and achieves its objective. She / he will work in close collaboration with other project members in a multidisciplinary team.
Location: ILRI, Bamako, Mali, with frequent travel within Malia and to the ILRI headquarters in Kenya.
The successful candidate will have:
- A Ph.D. in Livestock Production, Animal Production, Animal Breeding, or related field with application to agriculture
- Experience with primary data collection and survey design in developing countries, specifically in livestock systems
- Strong capabilities in quantitative analysis
- Experience of working in multidisciplinary and multicultural teams, in a developing country setting
- Strong English and French language skills, both written and spoken
- A willingness to travel frequently both within Mali and to Kenya.
Terms of appointment: This is an appointment for three years. ILRI offers a competitive international remuneration package paid in US dollars. The salary range is USD40,000 depending on experience and salary history, plus retirement benefits, housing (including security allowance), home leave and full medical coverage including dependents.
Applications: Applicants should send a cover letter indicating earliest availability, curriculum vitae and the names and addresses (including telephone, fax and email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience to the Human Resources Manager, ILRI, P.O. Box 30709-00100, Nairobi Kenya; Telephone 254-20-4223000; Fax 254-20-4223001; email: . The name and reference number of the position for which the application is made should be clearly marked on the envelopes of mailed, or on the fax or email applications. Screening of applications will begin 15th January 2012 and will continue until the post is filled. Expected starting date is April to May 2012.
To find more about ILRI, visit our Website at http://www.ilri.org/
ILRI is an equal opportunity employer and is keen to further diversify its staff in terms of both gender and nationality.
Qualified women and professionals from developing countries are particularly encouraged to apply.
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ILRI vacancy: procurement assistant (closing 6 January, 2012)
Vacancy Number: PA/FO/11/11
Department: Finance and Operations
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Duration: 2-year term
The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) works at the crossroads of livestock and poverty, bringing high-quality livestock science, communications and capacity building to bear on poverty reduction and sustainable development. ILRI is one of 15 centres supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR). ILRI has campuses in Kenya (headquarters) and Ethiopia, with other offices located in other regions of Africa (Mali, Mozambique, and Nigeria) as well as in South Asia (India, Sri Lanka), Southeast Asia (Laos, Thailand, and Vietnam) and East Asia (China).
ILRI seeks to recruit a Procurement Assistant.
Responsibilities
- Reports to the Procurement Officer and is responsible for sourcing suppliers of the requested purchases as per the purchase requisition terms of reference for the relevant level (value) and category of items requested by the user departments for local purchases;
- Evaluate supplier and bid analysis for all stock items for the above categories of goods and services for Total Cost of Ownership (ToC);
- Sun Systems purchase order entry, dispatch of purchase orders to suppliers and consequent follow up on delivery of items in a timely manner;
- Maintain the procurement filing system and records, filing all purchase order documents and retrieval of documents for purchase order status report feedback and audit purposes;
- Participate in Tender Evaluation Committees.
Skills and Qualifications
- Diploma in Purchasing and Supplies Management or related field.
- Two years working experience in procurement or related field
- Membership of Kenya Institute of Supplies Management Computer proficiency (Email, Internet, Word, Excel, Access or other data-base management).
Terms of appointment: This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position based at ILRI’s Nairobi campus and is open to Kenyan nationals only. The position is on a 2-year contract renewable subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funding.
Job level and salary: This position is job level 1C and starting salary is KES.48,833.00. This is exclusive of other benefits provided by ILRI.
Applications addressed to the Human Resources Director, a cover letter, curriculum vitae and the names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience should be emailed to: by 30th November 2011.
The position title and reference number “PA/FO/11/11” should be clearly marked on the subject line of the email applications. Only short listed candidates will be contacted. To find out more about working at ILRI visit our website at http://www.ilri.org/ilricrowd/
To find more about ILRI, visit our Website at www.ilri.org
ILRI is an equal opportunity employer.
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ILRI vacancy: PhD student (closing 31 January 2012)
Vacancy Number: PHD/BT/11/11
Department: Mycoplasma research group
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Duration: 3-year term
The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) helps reduce poverty, hunger and environmental degradation by enhancing animal agriculture in developing countries, working in partnership with organisations in developing countries. ILRI is part of the CGIAR besides 14 other international research institutes scattered around the world and has more than 600 employees. ILRI provides state of the art labs (BSL2 & 3), BSL2 large and small animal units, and a strong bioinformatics platform.
ILRI seeks to recruit a PhD student to join the Mycoplasma research group in February 2012.
CBPP (Contagious Bovine Pleuropneumonia), caused by Mycoplasma mycoides subsp. mycoides and present in more than 25 countries of sub-Saharan Africa is an economically important livestock disease in Africa. This PhD project aims to apply synthetic biology tools to identify and characterise Mycoplasma mycoides molecules and evaluate their function in virulence as well as for their suitability for vaccine development. The project will be carried in close collaboration with scientists at the J Craig Venter institute in Rockville, USA and INRA in Bordeaux, France.
Specifically, the successful applicant will be expected to:
- Assist in development and implementation of synthetic biology tools for Mycoplasma mycoides
- Assist in development of cell culture assays
- Test mutagenized strains and characterize host immune responses
References:
- Lartigue C, et al. (2007) Science 317:632-638
- Lartigue C, et al. (2009) Science 325:1693-1696
- Sachini, F., et al. (2011) Veterinary Research 42:77
Location: ILRI campus in Nairobi, Kenya
The successful candidate should have:
- Veterinary degree or a MSc in biosciences obtained no more than 3 years ago
- Experience in academic research groups
- Experience in surgery is an advantage
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to perform in multidisciplinary and multicultural research environment.
Terms of appointment: The appointment will be for three years. ILRI offers a competitive remuneration package including health insurance and stipend paid in US dollars.
Applicants should send a cover letter expressing their interest, detailed CV, names and contact details (Telephone, E-mail) of two professional referees to Dr Joerg Jores, e-mail: by 31st January 2012. The title and reference number of the position for which the application is made should be clearly marked on the application.
To find more about ILRI, and details about the positions, visit our Website at http://www.cgiar.org/ilri/
ILRI is an equal opportunity employer and is keen to further diversify its staff in terms of both gender and nationality.
Qualified women and professionals from developing countries are particularly encouraged to apply.
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ILRI vacancy: executive assistant to director general (open until position filled)
Vacancy Number: EA/DG/09/11
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Duration: 2-year contract renewable
The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) works at the crossroads of livestock and poverty, bringing high-quality livestock science, communications and capacity building to bear on poverty reduction and sustainable development. ILRI is one of 15 centres supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR). ILRI has campuses in Kenya (headquarters) and Ethiopia (principal site), with other offices located in other regions of Africa (Mali, Mozambique, and Nigeria) as well as in South Asia (India, Sri Lanka), Southeast Asia (Laos, Thailand, and Vietnam) and East Asia (China).
ILRI seeks to recruit an Executive Assistant to the Director General. The purpose of this job is to provide professional support and assistance to the Director General by coordinating the day to day management of the Office of the Director General (DG) and proactively support the Director General (DG) in management of his work plan and time.
The ideal candidate will be experienced in handling a wide range of administrative and executive support related tasks and will be able to work independently with little or no supervision.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate the Director General’s annual work plan: assist with monitoring and updating;
- Manage the Director General’s diary: allocate times for meetings and specific tasks.
- Handle the Director General’ss email inbox and other correspondence: draft and prepare responses, provide feedback and forward requests to relevant people;
- Oversee the Director General’s travel schedule: plan and coordinate logistics for local, regional and international visits and meetings;
- Organize internal meetings, take minutes and track progress on action points;
- Assist the Director General in meeting preparation: review agendas and minutes, highlight areas for attention and search for background information;
- Support the Director General in following up on priority issues and actions;
- Maintain up-to-date database of the Director General’s contacts (institutional and personal);
- Develop and maintain systems and processes to ensure proper and efficient information flows to and from appropriate parties;
- Monitor and follow-up on assigned activities, ensuring quality and timely completion of tasks;
- Maintain efficient filing and archiving systems for Director General’s office documentation;
- Train, develop and supervise administrative assistant and office assistant;
- Interact with staff and visitors to the Office of the Director General.
Requirements
- First degree in Business Administration or related field.
- At least 5 years experience in a comparable executive assistant/senior administrative position;
- Demonstrated ability to handle high level administrative duties, excellent calendar management skills, including the coordination of a heavy meeting/travel schedule.
- Must be proficient in MS-Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook;
- Self-driven, with excellent skills in, planning, prioritizing, organizing and problem solving.
- Excellent communication skills; written and verbal.
- Ability to work under high pressure and meet tight and competing deadlines.
- High level of initiative, problem solving, judgment and attention to detail.
- Ability to exercise discretion with highest respect for confidentiality.
Terms of appointment: This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position based at ILRI’s Nairobi campus and is open to Kenyan nationals only. The position is on a 2-year contract renewable subject to satisfactory performance. ILRI will offer a competitive salary and benefits package to the successful candidate.
Applications addressed to the Human Resources Director, a cover letter, including current and expected salary, curriculum vitae and the names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience should be emailed to: . Screening of applications will commence immediately and continue until the position is filled.
The position title and reference number “EA/DG/09/11” should be clearly marked on the subject line of the email applications. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
To find more about ILRI, visit our Website at www.ilri.org
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ILRI vacancy: senior technical officer – Jharkhand, India (open until filled)
Department: Enhancing Livelihoods through Livestock Knowledge Systems (ELKS)
Location: Jamshedpur or Ranchi, India
Duration: 3-year contract
The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI), New Delhi as part of its new programme on “Enhancing Livelihoods through Livestock Knowledge Systems” (ELKS), funded by Navajbai Ratan Tata Trust (NRTT), an allied Trust of the Sir Ratan Tata Trust (SRTT) seeks to recruit a Senior Technical Officer (STO) to work in Jharkhand. The STO is expected to provide technical support on applied livestock research and development, particularly in goat and pig production and marketing for improvement in rural livelihoods of underprivileged communities. S/he will also assist data collection and support ILRI scientists in the analysis and preparation of reports, articles, and presentations.
The post holder will formally report to the Senior Programme Manager (ELKS), ILRI, New Delhi and will work very closely with the Trusts’ initiative in Jharkhand (CInI-Collectives for Integrated Livelihood Initiatives). In addition the post holder will support CInI in their livestock based programmes based on demand. Broad areas of support in Jharkhand include:
- Goat and pig value chain analysis
- Development of sustainable models for pig and goat production and marketing by smallholder tribal communities and provide handholding support for scaling out of successful models by partner organizations
- Identification of policy and institutional bottlenecks and gaps in pro-poor livestock development and policy facilitation to upscale tested models
The post is open to Indian nationals only
Required Skills and experience
- Sound understanding of livestock systems in India and their role in rural livelihoods, particularly in underprivileged communities and groups.
- At least 5 years’ experience in livestock research or development or in livestock support services.
- An understanding of rural development theory and practice.
- Demonstrated experience in field studies /research.
- Good communication skills in the local language and English.
- Candidates with significant work experience in Jharkhand or similar environments and will be given preference.
Qualifications
- MSc in veterinary science /animal production /animal nutrition/ agricultural economics/ natural resource management or any other relevant area.
Duties
- Provide technical support in the broader areas of programme components described above
- Support ILRI researchers in conducting field-based trials (including feeds and fodder), surveys, data collection and analysis.
- Facilitate partnerships and linkages with local stakeholders including research institutions through networking workshops, meetings and one to one interactions.
- Presentation of the programme and its results to a range of stakeholders including target communities, researchers, development organisations and government.
- Document relevant experiences and develop case studies
- Facilitate institutional synergy with various stakeholders in the state
- Contribute existing skills to ILRI activities in other regions
Location: The post will be based in Jamshedpur or Ranchi but frequent travel will be required to project locations across Jharkhand and ILRI office in New Delhi.
Remuneration: An attractive salary will be provided to the right candidate. The position is available for a period of three years depending on performance and availability of funds.
Application: Candidates should (electronically) send their applications, comprising a complete CV, a list of three referees and a covering letter explaining their interest in the position and what can they contribute to:
V Padmakumar
Senior Manager (ELKS Programme)
International Livestock Research Institute
CG Centres’ Block B, National Agricultural Science Centre,
Dev Prakash Shastri Marg, New Delhi 110012, India
Email:
Phone: +91 (0)11 25609844
Fax: +91-(0)11 25609814
Screening of applications will begin on 10th February 2011 and will continue until the post is filled.
International Livestock Research Institute: The International Livestock Research Institute works at the crossroads of livestock and poverty, bringing high-quality science and capacity-building to bear on poverty reduction and sustainable development. ILRI works in Africa, Asia and Latin America, with offices in East and West Africa, South and Southeast Asia and China.
ILRI is a non-profit-making and non-governmental organization with headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya, and a second principal campus in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. We employ over 700 staff from about 40 countries, representing some 30 disciplines.
All ILRI work is conducted in extensive and strategic partnerships that facilitate and add value to the contribution of many other players in livestock research for development work. ILRI employs an innovation systems approach to enhance the effectiveness of its research. Fundamental change in culture and process must complement changes in technologies to support innovations at all levels, from individual livestock keepers to national and international decision-makers.
Further information can be found on www.ilri.org.
Sir Ratan Tata Trust: Set up in 1919, a year after the untimely demise of Sir Ratan Tata at the age of 47, the Sir Ratan Tata Trust is one of the oldest philanthropic institutions in India, and has played a pioneering role in changing the traditional ideas of charity and introducing the concept of philanthropy. Through its grant making, the Trust supports efforts in the development of society, through institutional grants in areas of Rural Livelihoods & Communities, Education, Enhancing Civil Society & Governance, Health and Arts & Culture. Besides institutional grants, the Trust also makes individual grants for education and medical relief. Since inception, the Trust has disbursed over Rs. 4,070 million (US $ 92.5 million) to various institutions in the above mentioned themes, besides individuals. The uniqueness of the Trust is characterized by its practice of giving grants to individuals and organizations engaged in developmental and creative activities, rather than undertaking such activities on its own. Situated in Mumbai, it is part of the prestigious Tata Group and is one of the many philanthropic foundations of the Group, which has now become synonymous with creating wealth for the people.
Further information can be found on www.srtt.org.
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ILRI vacancy: agricultural economist (open until filled)
Vacancy Number: AE/MK/RESAKSS/01/11
Department: Regional Strategic Analysis and Knowledge Support System (ReSAKSS)
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Duration: 3-year contract renewable
Base salary from USD 40,000 plus attractive international staff benefits package
The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) works at the crossroads of livestock and poverty, bringing high-quality livestock science, communications and capacity building to bear on poverty reduction and sustainable development. ILRI is one of 15 centres supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR). ILRI has campuses in Kenya (headquarters) and Ethiopia, with other offices located in other regions of Africa (Mali, Mozambique, Nigeria) as well as in South Asia (India, Sri Lanka), Southeast Asia (Laos, Thailand, Vietnam) and East Asia (China).
ILRI seeks to recruit an Agricultural Economist to join a team of professionals working on the Regional Strategic Analysis and Knowledge Support System (ReSAKSS) program for Eastern and Central Africa (ECA). The objective of ReSAKSS is to provide analysis, data, and tools to promote evidence-based decision making, improve awareness of the role of agriculture for development in Africa, fill knowledge gaps, promote dialogue, and facilitate the implementation of the Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme of the New Partnership for Africa’s Development and the African Union Commission and other regional agricultural development initiatives in Africa.
Responsibilities
- Undertaking analytical work based on regional priorities in agriculture and rural development. Areas of research may include regional trade analysis, food security research, agricultural investment analysis, vulnerability assessments and risk analysis, and impact assessment.
- Synthesis of studies and literature around topical issues affecting agriculture and rural development in the region to generate policy relevant messages.
- Communication and representation: Participate in the communication of ReSAKSS’ work, e.g. through preparation of ReSAKSS publications such as working papers, policy briefs, technical reports, journal publications, conference papers and presentations at policy fora.
- Contributing to the capacity building component of ReSAKSS including organizing and implementing policy relevant training for ReSAKSS’ stakeholders.
- Contributing to the organization of conferences, seminars, and workshops organized or co-organized by ReSAKSS.
Requirements
- A Ph.D. in Agricultural Economics or Economics with emphasis on agricultural trade and poverty analysis.
- At least 3 years post-Ph.D. working experience in research and policy analysis in developing countries, preferably in Africa.
- Familiarity with deep understanding of agricultural and rural development issues in Africa, particularly in the COMESA region.
- A good understanding of policy processes in the COMESA region.
- Proven analytical and research skills through a track record of scientific publications.
- Strong English language skills, both written and spoken, with a demonstrated track record of publications in professional outlets. Knowledge of French will be an added advantage.
- Ability and willingness to work in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams in a developing country setting. Experience with projects that bridge different approaches and disciplines will be an added advantage.
- Experience in making presentations to large audiences at national and regional levels.
- Demonstrated ability to draft high-quality analytical and policy documents and related correspondence.
- Ability to work under pressure, often to tight deadlines without compromising the quality of deliverables.
- Demonstrated good organizational skills and ability to work with a minimum of supervision.
- Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain professional contacts, and to interact with national officials and experts, other researchers, international organizations, development partners, and other ReSAKSS’ stakeholders.
- A willingness to travel frequently within and outside the COMESA region.
- Proven ability to mobilize resources.
Post location: The position is based at ILRI’s Headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya.
Duration: 3 year appointment with the possibility of renewal, contingent upon individual performance and the availability of funding.
Benefits: We offer a competitive international remuneration and benefits package which includes: sPensions Medical insurances Life insurance and allowances for Children’s Educations Housings Securitys DisturbancesRelocations Home leave travel and annual leave entitlement of 30 days per annum plus 11 paid public holidays.
Applications: Applicants should send a cover letter explaining their interest in the position, what they can bring to the job and indicating earliest availability, curriculum vitae 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 email: [email protected]. Screening of applications will commence on 1 March 2011 until the position is filled, though selections may be made in advance of that date.
The position title and reference number “AE/MK/RESAKSS/01/11” should be clearly marked on the subject line of the email applications. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
To find more about ILRI, visit our Website at www.ilri.org
ILRI is an equal opportunity employer and is keen to further diversify its staff in terms of both gender and nationality.
Qualified women and professionals from developing countries are particularly encouraged to apply.
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