About our organization
The World Agroforestry Centre (also known as the International Centre for Research in Agroforestry or ICRAF) is an independent research institution which generates science-based knowledge about the complex role trees play in agricultural landscapes and rural livelihoods.
We are supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR) and receive funding from over 50 different donors.
To learn more about our organization, please visit our website: www.worldagroforestry.org
Specific Responsibilities
- Assist with scientific and methodological coordination of gender-responsive research across CRPs and regions where ICRAF conducts research.
- Assist or co-lead the implementation of strategic gender research at regional, cross-regional or global levels.
- Assist in developing a mechanism to monitor progress towards achieving the intermediate development outcomes (IDO) of CRPs, and the gender indicators at project and Consortium level.
- Develop and maintain a network of strategic research and policy partners to address the problem of gender equity in agroforestry.
- Develop and organize training on gender analysis for scientists and key partners.
- Co-lead the development of gender-responsive research proposals and fundraising.
Requirements
- PhD in a field related to the subject area such as women/gender studies, development studies, sociology, anthropology and other relevant disciplines.
- Solid background in agroforestry, agriculture, forestry, natural resource management, environmental management or related subject.
- Sound command of methods for gender analysis.
- Experience in developing, delivering and reporting training and review workshops.
- Experience in proposal development and fundraising is desirable.
- Field experience in developing countries.
- Well organized; and able to meet deadlines.
- Excellent written and spoken English communication skills; demonstrate excellence in written and oral presentations.
- Knowledge of additional second language is desirable.
- Excellent skills in synthesis and review.
- Demonstrable ability to take initiative and complete tasks with attention to detail.
- Competency in personal organization, priority setting, and managing multiple tasks.
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills and proven ability to work collaboratively in cross-cultural contexts with other researchers and with policymakers, donors, and civil society, facilitating impact of research and capacity strengthening.
- Values the sharing of information in a collaborative atmosphere of constructive evaluation and learning.
- Willing to travel as required.
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 two (2) years, subject to a nine (9) month probation period.
How to apply
Applications will be considered until 15 August 2013 or until a suitable candidate is identified and selected.
Please note that only short-listed applicants meeting the above requirements will be contacted.
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