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// MSc Graduate Fellowship: Science of Scaling  Addis Ababa, Ethiopia  Part-time  Impact At Scale The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) seeks to recruit an MSc Graduate Fellowship, Science of Scaling.  This fellowship will focus on the ‘science of scaling’, working with the Program Leader and other ILRI and CGIAR colleagues to evaluate different scaling methodologies available, adapting a framework for ILRI’s scaling efforts, and assist in compiling an initial scan of the current scaling readiness of ILRI’s research portfolio. ILRI works to improve food and nutritional security and reduce poverty in developing countries through research for efficient, safe and sustainable use of livestock. It is the only one of 15 CGIAR research centers dedicated entirely to animal agriculture research for the developing world. Co-hosted by Kenya and Ethiopia, it has regional or country offices in East, South and Southern Asia as well as Central, East, Southern and West Africa.  www.ilri.org The Position: During the past decade or so, ILRI reoriented its research agenda with the overall goal of having more impact on internationally agreed targets and contributing to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). ILRI is now using theories of change and impact pathways to drive research agendas and engage with the relevant partners from the outset. ILRI intends to accelerate efforts to improve its value proposition and product development research model and strengthen its ability to ensure research products result in impact and improve its overall efficiency and effectiveness. As part of these efforts, ILRI has created a dedicated “Impact at Scale” program responsible for ensuring technologies and solutions that ILRI (and others) have proven are taken to scale and incorporated into development projects.   ILRI Program:  Impact at Scale Requirements for the ideal candidate Position Requirements :- Share ILRI’s values, and have a demonstrated interest in international development Outstanding communication skills - fluency in English a must. Independent thinking is essential. We want someone that can look at a problem from a variety of angles. You’ll need to be prepared to challenge assumptions and bring new perspectives to our thinking on this critical topic Applicants should be enrolled in an accredited university pursuing an MSc degree in any relevant discipline. Location:  Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Duration: 4-6 months  (with possibility of extension) Project Title:  Graduate Fellowship: Science of Scaling Terms of appointment and stipend: This is an appointment for 4-6 months (with possibility of extension, or conversely, for the right candidate we may consider a shorter assignment). Start date will be agreed with the selected candidate, but ideally from late May – early June onwards. Great working environment, the ILRI campus is one of the gems of Addis Ababa – a lush green campus, with state-of-the-art research facilities, and lovely recreational settings. Fellows will be offered a stipend of $1000/month in Addis Ababa, medical insurance in Ethiopia, and airfare (if applicable). The successful candidate will be required to acquire and show proof of travel insurance before commencement of the fellowship, where applicable. Applications should be made to the Director, People and Organizational Development through ILRI’s recruitment portal  http://ilri.simplicant.com/  on or before  1 April 2019 .  The position title and reference number  MSc GF / ILRI IS/01/2019  should be clearly marked on the subject line of the cover letter. The applications will be acknowledged and evaluated, and a select number of candidates will be invited for interviews. We thank all applicants for their interest in working for ILRI. Due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. ILRI does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing or training). ILRI also does not concern itself with information on applicants' bank accounts. To find out more about ILRI, visit our websites at  http://www.ilri.org/ To find out more about working at ILRI visit our website at  http://www.ilri.org/ilricrowd/ ILRI is an equal opportunity employer.

// PROGRAM OFFICER  Addis Ababa, Ethiopia The Position:  The Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA) seeks to recruit Program Officer Reporting to the Country Manager, the Program Officer will be responsible for executing country strategy through grant-making and stakeholder convening, relevant country government relations and policy development and relevant country business development and resource mobilization. General : The Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA) founded in 2006, is an African-led African-based organization that seeks to catalyze Agriculture Transformation in Africa. AGRA is focused on putting smallholder farmers at the center of the continent’s growing economy by transforming agriculture from a solitary struggle to survive into farming as a business that thrives. As the sector that employs the majority of Africa’s people, nearly all of them small-scale farmers, AGRA recognizes that developing smallholder agriculture into a productive, efficient, and sustainable system is essential to ensuring food security, lifting millions out of poverty, and driving equitable growth across the continent. Main duties & responsibilities: Support AGRA’s engagement with national and regional governments, donors, development partners and grantees for the design and implementation of grants Support the Country Manager in closely managing and monitoring of grants Support the design and implementation of policy, regulatory and institutional reforms with the aim of creating an enabling environment for investment by smallholder farmers and agribusinesses; Support the Country Manager to meet the country level key performance targets and contribute to the AGRA institutional goals; Identify, develop and maintain strong relationships with other partners who are working to improve food and agricultural systems; Support the government in creation of Clusters in key agricultural production areas;  Identify, support and guide efforts that enable smallholder farmers and farmers cooperatives to market their products and capture value from downstream activities; Lead efforts to facilitate economic transactions between value chain players and smallholder farmers; Work with financial institutions to develop financial products that are friendly to smallholder farmer, agro-dealers, input companies, traders and processors; Convene stakeholders and promote the agricultural transformation agenda; Manage consortiums; Identify potential grantees and work with them to develop impactful interventions; Liaise with AGRA technical experts to develop appropriate partnerships and design and manage grants; Collaborate across AGRA to identify and overcome policy-related constraints on technology development, dissemination and uptake; Support efforts to strengthen national capacities for policy design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation; Serve as advisor to the Regional Head on key challenges and opportunities for delivery and execution of the AGRA strategy. Minimum Requirements: Education: PhD or Master’s degree Agriculture, Agricultural Economics, Public Finance, Public Administration, Law or related disciplines.  Experience: PhD with 3 years’ experience or Masters with 10 years’ experience in project management, grant making and in leading policy-related development initiatives primarily in Africa At least 3 years’ Senior-Level experience designing and implementing policy and regulatory reform in public sector Experience managing complex initiatives with proven ability to develop high impact partnerships Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a team orientation and strong collaborative skills. Key Competencies Planning and Organizing: Devises plans of action with explicit paths and measures of accomplishment for self and/or others and allocates suitable resources so that objectives are achieved. Strong administration skills. Technical Competencies for the position: Demonstrates knowledge of all own work role specific issues. This encompasses the technical skills or knowledge required to perform the essential duties as described in this Job Description. Accuracy and attention to detail: High level of accuracy, attention to detail and thoroughness. Ability to maintain a timely and efficient work flow. Managing Resources: Demonstrates the ability to plan and use resources (people and/or finance and/or physical assets) in accordance with AGRA guidelines and delegated accountability so that objectives are achieved in the most effective manner possible. Communication and Interpersonal relations: Exceptional communication skills and ability to represent AGRA externally at high levels. Demonstrates ability to maintain lasting, healthy, and effective one-to-one working relationships with colleagues, suppliers, customers, professional peers, etc. Intercultural Sensitivity and Effectiveness: Demonstrates ability to cross and bridge different racial, cultural, or business cultures. This requires and is exhibited by personal experience of international or cross-cultural business with improved achievements.  Team Work: Demonstrates productive drive in working with peers, partners, consultants and others to achieve pre-targeted and measurable business results. Internal and External Customer Orientation : Focuses efforts on giving Grants team and GSTs support in grants processing and grantee follow ups Duty Station:                    Addis Ababa, Ethiopia with frequent travel, approximately 30% per month/year. Position level:                  4A Minimum Base salary :  Birr 57,880 per month (Negotiable depending on experience, skill and salary history of the selected candidate). Terms of appointment:  This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position, initial appointment is for three years with the possibility of renewal appointment, contingent upon individual performance and the availability of funding. The ILRI remuneration package for nationally recruited staff in Ethiopia includes very competitive salary and benefits.  The ILRI campus is set in a secure, attractive campus with dining and sports facilities. Applications : Applicants should provide a cover letter and curriculum vitae; names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience to be included in the curriculum vitae. The position and reference number:  REF: PO/12/19  should be clearly indicated in the subject line of the cover letter. All applications to be submitted online on our recruitment portal:   http://ilri.simplicant.com on or before  22 March 2019. To find more about AGRA, visit our Website at www.agra.org.  To find out more about working at ILRI visit our website at https://www.ilri.org/ Suitably qualified women are particularly encouraged to apply.

// Duties and Responsibilities The overall responsibility of this position is coordinating the skill trainings and research affairs that are designed under the different programs. The Training and Research Officer will have a responsibility of technically guiding the operational aspect of the training programs and facilitating the research components of the program. The Training and Research Officer will report to the Forestry Program Specialist and NPC as well as the National Cliamte Chnage Specilaist at UNDP while planning, monitoring, delivering and reporting of the project deliverables in research and training. The Training and Research Officer will also facilitate the engagement of local training and research institutions and key global partners like SLU. All SLU affairs will be facilitated by the Officer in consultation with the Forestry Program Specialist and NPC, UNDP and EFCCC. Further, She/He will work in close collaboration with range of development partners and government institutions/responsible parties at National and Regional levels. Specific duties and responsibilities: Collaborate with project teams (including with EEFRI, SLU, CIFOR, WGCF-NR & others) to set actionable near-term and long-term work plans, with clear milestones & deliverables; Build capabilities within the program teams and beyond through skill trainings Identify priorities for skill trainings programs as per the project plan and support project teams in delivery of the skill training activities, including, selection of trainees, designing trainings schedule, and delivery; The Officer is expected to work with a team of forestry, soil and water conservation, socio-economic and other experts in the project; Liaise across colleges and training centres, track delivery, and overall impact towards forest sector /CRGE goals; Regularly host coordination meetings with partnering Colleges to review overall progress and identify opportunities across institutions for shared learning and resourcing; Maintain strong coordination mechanism to facilitate research as well as support trainings planned under the forest sector development programs; Participate in the forest sector’s strategic issues; Provide support to consultants or partner institutions contracted for training and research; Manage and monitor the programme risks as initially identified in the Program and submit new risks to the Forestry Program Specialist and NPC and EFCCC Steering Committee for consideration and decision on possible actions if required; update the status of these risks by maintaining the Program Risk Log; Oversee the quality delivery of technical studies and consultant studies in close alignment with the National Forest Sector Program Coordination office; Assist in the harmonization of the different technical planning, monitoring, financial and operational efforts around Institutional Strengthening for the forest sector development program and REDD+ Investment program (A/R) activities at national and regional levels; Provide technical inputs to the planning, monitoring and delivery operational activities towards the realization of the program outputs; Coordinate the planning, monitoring and evaluation of the training and research components, ensuring broader participation and engagement of the implementing partners and update the plan on a regular basis as required; Perform other tasks assigned by the Forestry Program Specialist and NPC; Upon delegation of the Environment, Forest and Climate Change Commission manage the financial resource of the ISCFSDP. Competencies Ability to carry out responsibilities independently with minimal technical support; Strong project management experience with proven implementation results, including collaborating experience with higher learning and research institutions locally and abroad; Strong team player, highly energetic, self-motivated, goal-oriented and committed to shared goals; Strong set of personal values, including integrity, honesty and desire to be of service; Excellent computer literacy including standard office applications such as MS-Office packages Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Database/Access as well as statistical techniques; Project planning and management experience with proven results or rich project management experience; Flexibility, Excellent adaptive problem-solver in challenging environment. Required Skills and Experience Educational Qualification: MSc. Degree in Forestry, Agroforestry, Natural Resource Management, Natural Resource Economics or in related fields. Work Experience: A minimum of 4 years of professional training and research management experience in the field of Forestry, Agroforestry, Natural Resource Management and Natural Resource Economics; Demonstrated experience of working with multi-stakeholder teams, ideally representing different government and non-government agencies; Demonstrated experience at managerial level in developing effective strategic plans and strengthening the capacity of public bodies; Experience in project delivery support and effective management of complex interactions in a complex work environment; Proven experience in coordination and leading teams. Language: Fluence in English and national language of the duty station. Disclaimer Important applicant information All posts in the SC categories are subject to local recruitment. Applicant information about UNDP rosters Note: UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements. Workforce diversity UNDP is committed to achieving diversity within its workforce, and encourages all qualified applicants, irrespective of gender, nationality, disabilities, sexual orientation, culture, religious and ethnic backgrounds to apply. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. Scam warning The United Nations does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it. Furthermore, please note that emblems, logos, names and addresses are easily copied and reproduced. Therefore, you are advised to apply particular care when submitting personal information on the web.

// BBC Media Action Vacancy in Ethiopia Job Title: Research Officer   BBC Media Action uses media and communications to reduce poverty and promote human rights in developing countries. To achieve this, the BBC Media Action partners with civil society, local media and governments to: Produce creative programmes in multi-media formats, based on robust research, which inform and engage audiences around key development issues. Strengthen the media sector through building professional capacity and infrastructure. BBC Media Action delivers a portfolio of media projects in Ethiopia. It seeks to expand this portfolio of work, but also ensure that existing projects are delivered to time, to budget and to the highest standards, and in accordance with BBC editorial values as well as Media Action methodologies. Overall Purpose of Job Research is a core activity in the BBC Media Action that is used both to inform the production team and evaluate interventions. Major research activities of any projects implemented by BBC Media Action include quantitative impact and reach surveys, as well as qualitative formative research. The Research Officer is accountable for undertaking of research activities of BBC Media Action projects. Main Duties: Working one of research projects and employing different research methodologies (both quantitative and qualitative). Working closely with the project management and production teams locally, and with researchers based at headquarters, to ensure research continually informs our work. Developing and refining research instruments, such as questionnaires and discussion guides, and overseeing the piloting and implementation of these instruments. Assisting in the selection and commissioning of research agencies to undertake quantitative reach and impact surveys, and sometimes, qualitative research. Overseeing and monitoring data collection Processing and analysing both quantitative and qualitative data, and reporting in line with organisational and donor requirements. Conducting and overseeing the collection of qualitative data using, for example, in-depth interviews and focus groups. Recruiting and training local guides, as required. Conducting pre-testing of media content among target audiences and reporting results to production teams. Explaining complex ideas and findings in a way that can be easily understood by the project team as well as other stakeholders; Keeping up to date with developments in policy and social issues, as well as innovations in qualitative and quantitative research methods; Job Requirements: Required skills, knowledge and experience University degree in Social Studies, Development or any other related field of Study. Experience in development and research work, with demonstrable experience in research implementation (mixed methods) and analysis. Experience conducting qualitative and quantitative research in Ethiopia. Familiarity with standard software packages, preferably including SPSS. Demonstrate administrative, problem-solving and decision-making abilities Excellent communications and people skills Ability to work with minimal supervision High degree of personal organization Strong attention to detail Ability to work under pressure Strong commitment to, and understanding of, development issues in Ethiopia. Fluency in oral and written Amharic and English. Key competencies: The following competencies (behaviours and characteristics) have been identified as key to success in the job. Successful candidates are expected to demonstrate these competencies. Editorial Judgement - demonstrates balanced and objective judgement based on a thorough understanding of BBC editorial guidelines, target audience, programme and department objectives. Makes the right editorial decisions, taking account of conflicting views where necessary. Creative Thinking - able to transform creative ideas into practical reality. Can look at existing situations and problems in novel ways and come up with creative solutions. Planning and organisation - able to think ahead in order to establish and efficient and appropriate course of action for self and others. Prioritises and plans activities taking into account all the relevant issues and factors such as deadlines, staffing and resources. Communication - able to get one’s message understood clearly by adopting a range of styles, tools and techniques appropriate to the audience and the nature of the information. Influencing and persuading - able to present sound and well-reasoned arguments to convince others. Can draw from a range of strategies to persuade people in a way that results in agreement or behaviour change Managing relationships and team working - able to build and maintain effective working relationships with a range of people. Works co-operatively with others to be part of a team, as opposed to working separately or competitively. Developing Others - able to recognise potential (managerial, professional, artistic or otherwise) and is willing to foster the development of that potential. Creates a climate in which potential can be realised. Resilience - manages personal effectiveness by managing emotions in the face of pressure, setbacks or when dealing with provocative situations. Demonstrates an approach to work that is characterised by commitment, motivation and energy. Flexibility - adapts and works effectively with a variety of situations, individuals or groups. Able to understand and appreciate different and opposing perspectives on an issue, to adapt an approach as the requirements of a situation change, and to How To Apply: Interested applicants who meet the above requirements should send your application letter and CV with three names of reference to info@et.bbcmediaaction.orgbefore OR on March 1, 2019. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities and duties. The BBC is an equal opportunity employer.

// ICRISAT Vacancy: Senior Research Officer – Internal/External [Closing date: 21 February 2019] The position:  The International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) is seeks to recruit Senior Research Officer for its office based at Addis Ababa, Ethiopia to offer scientific leadership in synthesizing bets -wet watershed management experience and approaches in Ethiopia and beyond. General:  The International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) is an International organization, one of the 15 CGIAR centres, which conducts agricultural research for rural development in drought-prone of Africa and Asia, headquartered in Patancheru ( Hyderabad ,   Telangana ,  India ) with several regional centers ( Bamako  ( Mali ),  Nairobi  ( Kenya )) and country offices, including in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.  ICRISAT adopts integrated genetic and natural resources management as its overarching research strategy to improve productivity and enhance resilience of dryland systems. ICRISAT-Ethiopia works with national partners on availing technologies to dry land farmers and agro-pastoralists, enhancing technology utilization, linking farmers to markets, and strengthening the national capacity. Job Purpose:  Apart from providing scientific support to ICRISAT, the Senior Research Officer will be involved in reviewing incentives being used in integrated watershed management and/or projects with watershed components such as the Food Security Project and the Productive Safety Net project in Ethiopia and make specific recommendations on specific incentives that will generate and sustain community interest in participatory watershed management programs under differing cultural setting. Key   Responsibilities: Provide scientific leadership in synthesizing best-bet watershed management experiences, tools and approaches in Ethiopia and beyond; Review incentives being used in integrated watershed management and/or projects with watershed components such as the Food Security Project and the Productive Safety Net project in Ethiopia and make specific recommendations on specific incentives that will generate and sustain community interest in participatory watershed management programs under differing cultural settings; Conduct comparative studies of various watershed management initiatives and quantify upstream and downstream relationships at different scales using biophysical models, particularly SWAT analysis Conduct comparative studies between integrated watershed management practices between India and Ethiopia and how the Indian experience has influenced design/implementation in Ethiopia. Devise rapid impact assessment methods and relate the characteristics of design and implementation to outcomes and impacts. Work with multi-disciplinary team of agronomists, modelers, social scientists and other experts to enhance the adoption and promotion of integrated watershed management approaches; Develop and strengthen partnership between the various bureaus and regional agricultural research institutions so that expertise and technologies from the various institutions reach farmers’ fields and watersheds; Contribute to the resource mobilization efforts of ICRISAT and the CGIAR Research Programs through writing research proposals, building capacity in our partners, engaging with the University sector by co-supervising postgraduate students. Minimum Requirements: Education: PhD or Master’s degree in watershed management, hydrology, environmental sciences, agronomy, soil science, natural resources management Experience: PhD with 2 years’ experience or Masters with 8 years’ experience plus professional certification At least three years of experience in watershed management initiatives Significant expertise in the parameterization, validation and application of watershed models, including SWAT Considerable practical agricultural experience, including experience on watershed management and working with farmers Record of writing scientific papers and compiling, publishing and sharing knowledge Knowledge of the context of smallholder farmers in the highly vulnerable climates of the semi-arid tropics and agronomic knowledge of the major crops and cropping systems of Ethiopia and region. Demonstrated ability to write proposals and fund raise. Skills: Effective communication in English, both written and oral Ability to work with people at various skills and institutions; Duty Station:  Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Grade:  4A Monthly Base Salary:  Birr 57,880 (Negotiable depending on experience, skill and salary history of the candidate) Terms of appointment:  This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position, initial appointment is for two years with the possibility of renewal, contingent upon individual performance and the availability of funding. The ILRI remuneration package for nationally recruited staff in Ethiopia includes very competitive salary and benefits such as life and medical insurance, offshore pension plan, etc. The ILRI campus is set in a secure, attractive campus on the outskirts of Addis Ababa. Dining and sports facilities are located on site.  The ILRI campus is set in a secure, attractive campus with dining and sports facilities. Applications:  Applicants should provide a cover letter and curriculum vitae; names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience to be included in the curriculum vitae. The position and reference number:  REF: SRO/09/19  should be clearly indicated in the subject line of the cover letter. All applications to be submitted online on our recruitment portal:   http://ilri.simplicant.com/  by clicking on the “ Apply Now ” tab above before  21 February 2019. To find more about ICRISAT, visit our Website at  www.icrisat.org . To find out more about working at ILRI visit our website at https://www.ilri.org       Suitably qualified women are particularly encouraged to apply.

// Provide scientific leadership in synthesizing best-bet watershed management experiences, tools and approaches in Ethiopia and beyond; Review incentives being used in integrated watershed management and/or projects with watershed components such as the Food Security Project and the Productive Safety Net project in Ethiopia and make specific recommendations on specific incentives that will generate and sustain community interest in participatory watershed management programs under differing cultural settings; Conduct comparative studies of various watershed management initiatives and quantify upstream and downstream relationships at different scales using biophysical models, particularly SWAT analysis Conduct comparative studies between integrated watershed management practices between India and Ethiopia and how the Indian experience has influenced design/implementation in Ethiopia. Devise rapid impact assessment methods and relate the characteristics of design and implementation to outcomes and impacts. Work with multi-disciplinary team of agronomists, modellers, social scientists and other experts to enhance the adoption and promotion of integrated watershed management approaches; Develop and strengthen partnership between the various bureaus and regional agricultural research institutions so that expertise and technologies from the various institutions reach farmers’ fields and watersheds; Contribute to the resource mobilization efforts of ICRISAT and the CGIAR Research Programs through writing research proposals, building capacity in our partners, engaging with the University sector by co-supervising postgraduate students. Benefit The ILRI remuneration package for nationally recruited staff in Ethiopia includes very competitive salary and benefits such as life and medical insurance, offshore pension plan, etc. The ILRI campus is set in a secure, attractive campus on the outskirts of Addis Ababa. Dining and sports facilities are located on site.  The ILRI campus is set in a secure, attractive campus with dining and sports facilitie Job Requirement PhD or Master’s degree in watershed management, hydrology, environmental sciences, agronomy, soil science, natural resources management PhD with 2 years’ experience or Masterswith 8 years’ experience plus professional certification At least three years of experience in watershed management initiatives Significant expertise in the parameterization, validation and application of watershed models, including SWAT Considerable practical agricultural experience, including experience on watershed management and working with farmers Record of writing scientific papers and compiling, publishing and sharing knowledge Knowledge of the context of smallholder farmers in the highly vulnerable climates of the semi-arid tropics and agronomic knowledge of the major crops and cropping systems of Ethiopia and region. Demonstrated ability to write proposals and fund raise. Effective communication in English, both written and oral Ability to work with people at various skills and institutions; How To Apply   Applicants should provide a cover letter and curriculum vitae; names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience to be included in the curriculum vitae. The position and reference number:  REF: SRO/09/19 should be clearly indicated in the subject line of the cover letter. All applications to be submitted online on our recruitment portal:   http://ilri.simplicant.com/  by clicking on the “ Apply Now ” tab above before 21 February 2019.

//   Contribute for institutionalizing of OFSP within BOH, BOA and TARI system; Contribute to the development of new sustainable delivery models for scaling biofortified sweetpotato, including new partnerships and cost-effective models in a diversity of markets, production systems; Participate at multi-sectoral nutrition-agricultural platforms for sharing evidence and lessons about Orange flashed sweetpotato, involve the evaluation, demonstration, promotion and dissemination of resilient orange flashed sweetpotato and potato varieties; Identifies training needs, prepares, plans and implements relevant training courses and workshops Supervising field activities, checks results of analysis and provides reports to project coordinator; Assisting in preparation of research reports and scientific publications. Benefit   The ILRI remuneration package for nationally recruited staff in Ethiopia includes very competitive salary and benefits such as life and medical insurance, offshore pension plan, etc. The ILRI campus is set in a secure, attractive campus in Addis Ababa. Dining and sports facilities are located on site.   Job Requirement Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy/ horticulture Training and expertise in data analysis using SPSS or STATA statistical software preferred A highly motivated, responsible individual with the ability to use a wide range of laboratory analytical equipment Good leadership and management Effective communication in English, both written and oral Rigorous approach to monitoring progress of tasks. 5 years relevant work experience, professional certification. How To Apply   Applicants should provide a cover letter and curriculum vitae; names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience to be included in the curriculum vitae. The position and reference number:  REF: RA/08/19 should be clearly indicated in the subject line of the cover letter. All applications to be submitted online on our recruitment portal: http://ilri.simplicant.com  by clicking on the “ Apply Now ” tab above before 21February 2019.

// Assists in the conservation of forage seeds in cool rooms for medium- and long-term storage Assists in seed drying and seed moisture content determination of forage accessions Assists in processing seed requests and safety duplicates Responsible for measuring and recording seed weight of genebank accessions Assists in seed purity analysis and the identification of off-types Assists in the management of ex-situ collections and seed storage experiments Assists in the implementation of seed research activities (e.g., variability in seed vigour and genetic integrity among seed lots) in the field, screenhouse and laboratory Updates the database on seed conservation Prepares and updates SOPs (Standard Operation Procedures) for germplasm conservation Prepares draft reports of seed drying and seed storage activities Other related duties as required by the supervisor Benefit   The ILRI remuneration package for nationally recruited staff in Ethiopia includes very competitive salary and benefits such as life and medical insurance, offshore pension plan, etc. The ILRI campus is set in a secure, attractive campus in Addis Ababa. Dining and sports facilities are located on site. Job Requirement Bachelor’s degree in Plant Science/Seed Technology Experience on forage crops is an advantage Good understanding of germplasm conservation Effective communication in English, both written and oral Rigorous approach to monitoring progress of tasks Ability to work in cold rooms with temperatures of 5 o C to -20 o C Efficient data recording and management skills Good interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team effectively 3 years relevant work experience Experience working in laboratory, screenhouse and field environments Experienced in the growth and propagation of plants, preferably forages Experience in seed technology or conservation ofplant genetic resources Experience in using a database How To Apply   Applicants should provide a cover letter and curriculum vitae; names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience to be included in the curriculum vitae. The position and reference number:  REF: RA/05/19 should be clearly indicated in the subject line of the cover letter. All applications to be submitted online on our recruitment portal:http://ilri.simplicant.com by clicking on the “ Apply Now ” tab above before 21February 2019.

// The Position : The International Potato Centre (CIP) is seeks to recruit Research Assistant III to improve nutritional status and food security among vulnerable populations in SNNPR and Tigray regions of Ethiopia through the strengthening of agriculture and health systems and through institutional development. General:  The International Potato Centre (CIP) is a not-for-profit international agricultural research-for-development organization with a focus on potato, sweet potato, and Andean roots and tubers. Its vision is of roots and tubers improving the lives of the poor. CIP is dedicated to achieving food security, improved well-being, and gender equity for poor people in root and tuber farming and food systems of the developing world. CIP works with partners to contribute high quality science, technology, and capacity strengthening for sustainable science-based solutions. CIP is headquartered in Lima, Peru, with staff and activities in over 30 locations across Asia, Africa, and Latin America. CIP is a member of the CGIAR Consortium, a global agriculture research partnership for a food secure future. The CIP Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) main regional office is in Nairobi, Kenya. CIP also has offices in eight other African countries. Job Purpose:  The purpose of this post is to support CIP- joint research with project partners on sweet potato value chain, multi location adaptive research, seed system, institutional system and OFSP product development by providing technical backstopping expert and documentation. Key   Responsibilities: Contribute for institutionalizing of OFSP within BOH, BOA and TARI system Contribute to the development of new sustainable delivery models for scaling bio fortified sweet potato, including new partnerships and cost-effective models in a diversity of markets, production systems Participate at multi-sectoral nutrition-agricultural platforms for sharing evidence and lessons about Orange flashed sweet potato, involve the evaluation, demonstration, promotion and dissemination of resilient orange flashed sweet potato and potato varieties Identifies training needs, prepares, plans and implements relevant training courses and workshops Supervising field activities, checks results of analysis and provides reports to project coordinator Assisting in preparation of research reports and scientific publications   Minimum Requirements:   Education:   Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy/ horticulture   Training:   Training and expertise in data analysis using SPSS or STATA statistical software preferred   Skills:   A highly motivated, responsible individual with the ability to use a wide range of laboratory analytical equipment Good leadership and management Effective communication in English, both written and oral Rigorous approach to monitoring progress of tasks   Experience:   5 years relevant work experience, professional certification. Duty Station:   Mekelle Job Grade:    2C Monthly Base Salary:  Birr 19,112 (Negotiable depending on experience, skill and salary history of the candidate Terms of appointment:   This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position, initial appointment is for five months with the possibility of renewal, contingent upon individual performance and the availability of funding. The ILRI remuneration package for nationally recruited staff in Ethiopia includes very competitive salary and benefits such as life and medical insurance, offshore pension plan, etc. The ILRI campus is set in a secure, attractive campus in Addis Ababa. Dining and sports facilities are located on site.   Applications : Applicants should provide a cover letter and curriculum vitae; names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience to be included in the curriculum vitae. The position and reference number:  REF: RA/08/19  should be clearly indicated in the subject line of the cover letter. All applications to be submitted online on our recruitment portal: http://ilri.simplicant.com by clicking on the “ Apply Now ” tab above before  21 February 2019. To find more about CIP, visit our Website at https://cipotato.org/ To find out more about working at ILRI visit our website at https://www.ilri.org/ Suitably qualified women are particularly encouraged to apply.

// // ILRI Vacancy in Ethiopia: Research Assistant III – Internal [Closing date: 8 February 2019]   Posted: 04 Feb 2019 06:51 AM PST   The Position: The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) seeks to recruit Research Assistant III to support the development of upstream biosciences research in forages.   General: The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) works to improve food and nutritional security and reduce poverty in developing countries through research for efficient, safe and sustainable use of livestock. It is the only one of 15 CGIAR research centers dedicated entirely to animal agriculture research for the developing world. Co-hosted by Kenya and Ethiopia, it has regional or country offices and projects in East, South and Southeast Asia as well as Central, East, Southern and West Africa. www.ilri.org.   Job Purpose: The purpose of this post is to participate and assist in all forage field and molecular laboratory research work in the ILRI feed and forage development program.   Key Responsibilities:   Assists in the planning, organizing and execution of laboratory activities and field activities directed towards the screening of genetic resources for diversity analysis and drought tolerance Maintains an accurate record of greenhouse and laboratory activities, including a chronological record of all experiments and data generated, in a laboratory notebook in a timely manner Where necessary, introduces, develops and tests new procedures and/or equipment to meet experimental needs and ensure that they are fit for purpose; Abides with all relevant regulations and maintains a clean and safe work environment in the laboratory and greenhouse Prepares reports and presents research results at meetings and conferences and contributes to the publication of results in peer-reviewed journals. Other related duties as required by the supervisor  Minimum Requirements:    Education:   Bachelor’s degree in Biological Science (Plant Science)  Training:   Advanced knowledge of plant molecular biology considered an advantage  Skills:   Good understanding of forage/crop diversity and characterization and evaluation Effective communication in English, both written and oral Rigorous approach to monitoring progress of tasks Efficient data recording and management skills Good interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team effectively Good understanding of molecular laboratory techniques Basic knowledge of laboratory instrumentation Full, clean drivers licence Experience:   5 years relevant work experience Three years of experience working in a research environment Experience with computer packages (word processing, spreadsheet, graphics and data management). Experience working in laboratory, screenhouse and field environments Experienced in the growth and propagation of plants, preferably forages Experience in DNA/RNA extraction and other laboratory techniques Duty Station:  Addis Ababa, Ethiopia   Job Grade:   2C   Monthly Base Salary: Birr 19,112 (Negotiable depending on experience, skill and salary history of the candidate.   Terms of appointment:  This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position, initial appointment is for three year with the possibility of renewal, contingent upon individual performance and the availability of funding. The ILRI remuneration package for nationally recruited staff in Ethiopia includes very competitive salary and benefits such as life and medical insurance, offshore pension plan, etc. The ILRI campus is set in a secure, attractive campus in Addis Ababa. Dining and sports facilities are located on site.    Applications: Applicants should provide a cover letter and curriculum vitae; names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience to be included in the curriculum vitae. The position and reference number: REF: RA/04/19 should be clearly indicated in the subject line of the cover letter. All applications to be submitted online on our recruitment portal: http://ilri.simplicant.com by clicking on the “Apply Now” tab above before 8 February 2019.   To find out more about ILRI visit our website at http://www.ifpri.org   Suitably qualified women are particularly encouraged to apply.

// //   ILRI Vacancy in Ethiopia: Research Assistant II – Germplasm Conservation – Internal [Closing date: 8 February 2019]   Posted: 04 Feb 2019 06:54 AM PST   The Position: The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) seeks to recruit Research Assistant II – Germplasm Conservation.   General: The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) works to improve food and nutritional security and reduce poverty in developing countries through research for efficient, safe and sustainable use of livestock. It is the only one of 15 CGIAR research centers dedicated entirely to animal agriculture research for the developing world. Co-hosted by Kenya and Ethiopia, it has regional or country offices and projects in East, South and Southeast Asia as well as Central, East, Southern and West Africa. www.ilri.org.   Job Purpose: The purpose of this post is to participate and assist in all forage seed conservation and characterization activities at the ILRI forage genebank.   Key Responsibilities:   Assists in the conservation of forage seeds in cool rooms for medium- and long-term storage Assists in seed drying and seed moisture content determination of forage accessions Assists in processing seed requests and safety duplicates Responsible for measuring and recording seed weight of genebank accessions Assists in seed purity analysis and the identification of off-types Assists in the management of ex-situ collections and seed storage experiments Assists in the implementation of seed research activities (e.g., variability in seed vigour and genetic integrity among seed lots) in the field, screenhouse and laboratory Updates the database on seed conservation Prepares and updates SOPs (Standard Operation Procedures) for germplasm conservation Prepares draft reports of seed drying and seed storage activities Other related duties as required by the supervisor Minimum Requirements:   Education:   Bachelor’s degree in Plant Science/Seed Technology Training:   Experience on forage crops is an advantage Skills:   Good understanding of germplasm conservation Effective communication in English, both written and oral Rigorous approach to monitoring progress of tasks Ability to work in cold rooms with temperatures of 5oC to -20oC Efficient data recording and management skills Good interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team effectively Experience:   3 years relevant work experience Experience working in laboratory, screenhouse and field environments Experienced in the growth and propagation of plants, preferably forages Experience in seed technology or conservation of plant genetic resources Experience in using a database Duty Station:  Addis Ababa, Ethiopia   Job Grade:   2B   Monthly Base Salary: Birr 14,416 (Negotiable depending on experience, skill and salary history of the candidate.   Terms of appointment:  This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position, initial appointment is for three year with the possibility of renewal, contingent upon individual performance and the availability of funding. The ILRI remuneration package for nationally recruited staff in Ethiopia includes very competitive salary and benefits such as life and medical insurance, offshore pension plan, etc. The ILRI campus is set in a secure, attractive campus in Addis Ababa. Dining and sports facilities are located on site.   Applications: Applicants should provide a cover letter and curriculum vitae; names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience to be included in the curriculum vitae. The position and reference number: REF: RA/05/19 should be clearly indicated in the subject line of the cover letter. All applications to be submitted online on our recruitment portal: http://ilri.simplicant.com by clicking on the “Apply Now” tab above before 8 February 2019.   To find out more about ILRI visit our website at http://www.ifpri.org   Suitably qualified women are particularly encouraged to apply.