Showing posts with label Scientific. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Scientific. Show all posts

Monday, 20 November 2017

Radiographer

Our client a re-known Hospital in Nairobi targeting the urban poor communities is in the process of increasing its service delivery effectiveness. 
This has necessitated the need to urgently hire a Radiographer whose details are described below.

Vacant Position: Radiographer
 
Reporting: Medical Officer in-charge
 

Liaison: Doctors, Nurses, Clinical Officers, Matron, All staff

Job Summary: The purpose of this position is to undertake initial patient evaluation and testing, provide diagnostic and evidentiary data for physicians by capturing images of organs, bone, and tissue for patient diagnosis.
 
Key Duties and Responsibilities
  • Perform diagnostic imaging examinations like x rays, ultrasound, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, and mammography as may be required.
  • Produce x-ray films (radiographs) of parts of the human body for use in diagnosing medical problems.
  • Prepare patients for radiologic examinations by explaining the procedure such as drinking water before ultrasound, removing jewelry and other articles through which x-rays cannot pass and positioning patients so that the parts of the body can be appropriately radiographed.
  • Follow physicians' and radiologist’s orders precisely and conform to regulations concerning the use of radiation to protect self, the patients, and other coworkers from unnecessary exposure.
  • Prepare work-schedules; evaluate purchases of equipment, and general management of the radiology department.
  • Perform more complex imaging procedures when performing fluoroscopes, e.g. radiologic technologists prepare a solution for the patient to drink, allowing the radiologist to see soft tissues in the body.
  • Ensure radiation safety measures and protection devices are used and observed to comply with government regulations and to ensure safety of patients and staff.
  • Collaborate with other radiology technicians in designing SOPs for the department.
  • Collaborate with medical team members, such as physicians and nurses, to conduct angiography or special vascular procedures.
  • Ensure scheduled maintenance and minor emergency repairs on radiographic equipment
  • Ensure effective and efficient use of radiography equipment and resources & ensure adequate stock levels are maintained while adhering to procedures for the use and procurement of supplies.
  • Demonstrate an awareness of the economical use of resources and contribute to the overall control of the departmental budget by adhering to procedures for the use and procurement of supplies.
  • Manage own work load ensuring most effective use of time
  • Communicate effectively at all times and maintain a harmonious working environment.
  • Ensure accurate documentation and care of patients’ records.
  • Assist in ensuring the availability of resources for patient care.
  • Assess the needs of patients and relatives and provide them with information as requested.
Qualification, Competencies Required
  • Performing diagnostic imaging examinations like x rays, ultrasound, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, and mammography as may be required.
  • Preparation of patients for radiologic examinations by explaining the procedure, drinking water before ultrasound, removing jewelry and other articles through which x rays cannot pass, and positioning patients so that the parts of the body can be appropriately radiographed.
  • Preventing unnecessary exposure to radiation, those workers and visitors surrounding the exposed area with radiation protection devices, such as lead shields, or limit the size of the x-ray beam.
  • Following physicians' and radiologist orders precisely and conform to regulations concerning the use of radiation to protect themselves, their patients, and their coworkers from unnecessary exposure.
  • Keeping patient records and adjusting and maintaining equipments used in the radiology department.
  • Using radiation safety measures and protection devices to comply with government regulations and to ensure safety of patients and staff.
  • Collaborating with other radiology technicians in designing SOPs for the department
  • Collaborating with medical team members, such as physicians and nurses, to conduct angiography or special vascular procedures.
  • Perform any other duties as may be required by the hospital/immediate supervisor
Qualification, Competencies Required
  • Have a diploma in medical imaging from KMTC.
  •  A higher diploma in sonography is an added advantage
  • Have an experience of not less than two years in a busy centre in ultra sound
  • Be registered by the radiation protection Board
  • Have a current valid private practice license
  • Be able to do and report ultrasounds.
  • Highly experienced in radiographing covering a wide range of clinical examinations and applications.
  • High level of confidentiality, discretion and trustworthiness
  • Excellent listening, communication, interpersonal skills
  • Ability to assess and implement highly specialist imaging procedures, adapting technique and prioritise imaging if / and when required
  • A degree of physical dexterity, co-ordination and sensory skills required for positioning of or handling patients 
  • Attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to adopt and to modify technique if required in difficult situations.
  • Ability to juggle many priorities at one time, whilst remaining calm
How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their cover letter and detailed CV to recruitment@postureconsulting.com, clearly stating the job you are applying for in the Email subject and current & expected Gross salary.
 
Closing date for application is 25th November 2017
 
You can also visit our website on www.postureconsulting.com

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Thursday, 4 February 2016

The Consortium for National Health Research (CNHR) - Research Internships Opportunities

The Consortium for National Health Research (CNHR)
 
Raising the Profile of Research for Health among young Kenyans
 
The 6th National Call for Research Internships - 2016
 
Consortium for National Health Research
 
This is a Kenyan non-governmental organization whose mission is to contribute to the strengthening of national research for health in Kenya. 

This is done by providing support for multidisciplinary research to individuals and institutions, and engaging policy makers in formulation of health research policies that are evidence based. 


The Consortium also contributes to the building of networks and communities in research for health.
 
The Research Internship Programme
 
CNHR sponsors an annual research internship exposure programme that enables young graduates to make an informed choice of pursuing a life-long career in research.

Wednesday, 3 February 2016

Quality Assurance & Improvement Officer (2)

ICAP of Columbia University is working in partnership with the Ministry of Health, Kenya to strengthen HIV Prevention, Care and Treatment services at County and Sub County health facilities. 

This program is part of a US Government initiative against HIV in Kenya that receives funding from PEPFAR through the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). 

Applications are invited for the following positions
 
Position: Quality Assurance & Improvement Officer (2)
 

Tuesday, 2 February 2016

K. U. :: Massive Recruitment of Professors, Lecturers,Tutorial Fellows and Technicians

Kenyatta University Career Opportunities in a Fast Growing Institution
 
Kenyatta University seeks to recruit competent and dedicated applicants to fill up the following positions:
 
1. School of Applied Human Sciences
 
Department of Recreation Management and Exercise Science
 
i. Professor
 
Qualifications:
  • PhD Degree in Leisure and Recreation Management or Exercise and Sport Science from a recognized university
  • At least twelve (12) years of university teaching, five (5) of which as full-time Associate Professor
  • At least four (4) articles in refereed journals, since being appointed as Associate Professor
  • Successful supervision of at least four (4) Master students and at least two (2) PhD students since being appointed as Associate Professor
  • Evidence of successfully applying for a grant either individually or as a group since being appointed as Associate Professor
  • Evidence of active participation in departmental activities and good quality teaching
  • Evidence of attendance and contribution at learning conferences, seminars or workshops
ii. Associate Professor
 
Qualifications:
  • PhD Degree in Leisure and Recreation Management or Exercise and Sport Science from a recognized university
  • At least eight (8) years of university teaching, four (4) of which as a full-time Senior Lecturer
  • Successfully supervised at least four (4) Masters students and one (1) PhD student, since being appointed as Senior Lecturer
  • At least four (4) articles in refereed journals since being appointed as Senior Lecturer
  • Evidence of successfully applying for a grant either individually or as a group since being appointed as Senior Lecturer
  • Evidence of active participation in departmental activities and good quality teaching
  • Evidence of attendance and contribution at learned conferences, seminars or workshops
iii. Senior Lecturer
 
Qualifications:
  • PhD Degree in Leisure and Recreation Management or Exercise and Sport Science from a recognized university
  • At least five (5) years of university teaching, three (3) of which as full-time Lecturer
  • At least three (3) articles in refereed journals since being appointed as Lecturer
  • Successful supervision of at least (3) Masters students
  • Evidence of applying for a grant either individually or as a group since being appointed as Lecturer
  • Evidence of active participation in departmental activities and good quality teaching
  • Evidence of attendance and contribution at learning conferences, seminars or workshops
iv. Lecturer
 
Qualifications:
  • PhD Degree in Leisure and Recreation Management or Exercise and Sport Science from a recognized university
  • University teaching experience
v. Tutorial Fellow
 
Qualifications:
  • Masters Degree in Leisure and Recreation Management or Exercise and Sport Science from a recognized university
  • Willing to register for PhD Degree
2. School of Applied Human Sciences
 
Department of Physical and Health Education
 
Areas of Specialization:
  • Physical and Health Education
  • Recreation Management
  • Exercise and Sports Science
i. Professor
 
Qualifications:
  • PhD Degree in the relevant field from a recognized university
  • At least twelve (12) years of University teaching at Lecturer level, (5) of which as full-time Associate Professor
  • Successfully supervised at least four (4) Masters students and at least two (2) PhD students since being appointed Associate Professor
  • At least four (4) articles in refereed journals, since being appointed as an Associate Professor
  • Evidence of successfully applying for a grant either individually or as a group since being appointed as an Associate Professor
  • Evidence of active participation in departmental activities and good quality teaching
  • Evidence of attendance and contribution at learning conferences, seminars and workshops
ii. Associate Professor
 
Qualifications:
  • PhD Degree in the relevant field from a recognized university
  • At least eight (8) years of University teaching, four (4) of which as full-time Senior Lecturer
  • Successfully supervised at least four (4) Masters students and one (1) PhD student, since being appointed Senior Lecturer
  • At least four (4) articles in refereed journals since being appointed as a Senior Lecturer
  • Evidence of successfully applying for a grant either individually or as a group since being appointed as a Senior Lecturer
  • Evidence of active participation in departmental activities and good quality teaching
  • Evidence of attendance and contribution at learning conferences, seminars and workshops
iii. Senior Lecturer
 
Qualifications:
  • PhD Degree in the relevant field from a recognized university
  • At least five (5) years of University teaching, three (3) of which as full-time Lecturer
  • At least three (3) articles in refereed Journals since being appointed Lecturer
  • Successful supervision of at least three (3) Masters students
  • Evidence of applying for a grant either individually or as a group since being appointed as Lecturer
  • Evidence of active participation in departmental activities and good quality teaching
  • Evidence of attendance and contribution at learned conferences, seminars or workshops
iv. Lecturer
 
Qualifications:
  • PhD Degree in the relevant field from a recognized university
  • University teaching experience
v. Tutorial Fellow
 
Qualifications:
  • Masters Degree in the relevant field from a recognized university
  • Willing to register for PhD Degree
3. School of Visual and Performing Arts
 
Department of Music and Dance
 
i. Full-Time Studio Technician and Instructor
 
Qualifications:
  • KCE Division III/ KCSE Mean Grade C (Plain) and above
  • Diploma in Music Technology / Sound Engineering or equivalent
  • At least two (2) years relevant work experience as a performing Musician or a Studio Technician, one (1) of which in a recording Studio
  • Experience with Macintosh Operational Systems and conversant with Studio Programmes including Pro – tools, Logic Pro, Garage Band and Fruity Loops
  • Instructional knowledge in:
  1. Music recording concert production and staging
  2. Computing and sequencing techniques
  3. Music and multimedia
  4. Music Technology courses
4. School of Pure and Applied Sciences
 
Department Of Plant Sciences
 
Campus:
  • Main
  • Mombasa
  • Kitui
i. Senior Lecturer
 
Qualifications:
  • PhD Degree in Genetics/Genomics/Plant Ecology from a recognized university
  • At least five (5) years of university teaching, three (3) of which as full-time Lecturer, OR for those from Research Institutions four (4) years of university teaching, three (3) of which as full-time Lecturer
  • At least three (3) articles in refereed journals since being appointed as a Lecturer
  • Successful supervision of at least (3) Masters students
  • Evidence of applying for a grant either individually or as a group since being appointed as Lecturer
  • Evidence of active participation in departmental activities and good quality teaching
  • Evidence of attendance and contribution at learning conferences, seminars or workshops
ii. Lecturer
 
Qualifications:
  • PhD Degree in Genetics/Genomics/Plant Ecology from a recognized university
  • At least three (3) years university teaching experience
iii. Tutorial Fellow
 
Qualifications:
  • Masters Degree in Genetics/Genomics/Plant Ecology from a recognized university
  • Registered for PhD Degree in Genetics/Genomics/Plant Ecology
5. School of Education
 
Department of Library and Information Science
 
I. Tutorial Fellow
 
Qualifications:
  • Masters Degree in Library and Information Science or Records and Archives Management from a recognized university
  • Experience of teaching Library Science or Records and Archives Management at university level
  • Must be computer literate
  • Ready to undertake PhD program
  • Able to teach one of the following thematic areas:
  1. Information organization and retrieval studies
  2. Archives and records technology
  3. Information management and user studies
  4. Justice information systems
  5. Information Technology
6. School of Engineering and Technology
 
Department of Civil Engineering
 
Areas of Specialization:
  • Structural Engineering
  • Transportation Engineering
  • Water Resources Engineering
  • Public/Environmental Health Engineering
  • Geotechnical Engineering
i. Professor
 
Qualifications:
  • PhD Degree in Civil Engineering or related field from a recognized university
  • At least twelve (12) years of university teaching at Lecturer level, (5) of which as full-time Associate Professor
  • Successfully supervised at least four (4) Masters students and at least two (2) PhD students since being appointed Associate Professor
  • At least four (4) articles in refereed journals, since being appointed as an Associate Professor
  • Evidence of successfully applying for a grant either individually or as a group since being appointed as an Associate Professor
  • Evidence of active participation in departmental activities and good quality teaching
  • Evidence of attendance and contribution at learning conferences, seminars and workshops
  • Registered with the Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK) as a Professional or Consulting Engineer
ii. Associate Professor
 
Qualifications:
  • PhD Degree in Civil Engineering or related field from a recognized university
  • At least eight (8) years of university teaching, four (4) of which as full-time Senior Lecturer
  • Successfully supervised at least four (4) Masters students and one (1) PhD student, since being appointed Senior Lecturer
  • At least four (4) articles in refereed journals since being appointed as a Senior Lecturer
  • Evidence of successfully applying for a grant either individually or as a group since being appointed as a Senior Lecturer
  • Evidence of active participation in departmental activities and good quality teaching
  • Evidence of attendance and contribution at learning conferences, seminars and workshops
  • Registered with the Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK) as a Professional or Consulting Engineer
iii. Senior Lecturer
 
Qualifications:
  • PhD Degree in Civil Engineering or related field from a recognized university
  • At least five (5) years of university teaching, three (3) of which as full-time Lecturer
  • At least three (3) articles in refereed Journals since being appointed Lecturer
  • Successful supervision of at least three (3) Masters students
  • Evidence of applying for a grant either individually or as a group since being appointed as Lecturer
  • Evidence of active participation in departmental activities and good quality teaching
  • Evidence of attendance and contribution at learned conferences, seminars or workshops
  • Registered with the Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK) preferably as a Professional Engineer
iv. Lecturer
 
Qualifications:
  • PhD Degree in Civil Engineering or related field from a recognized university
  • OR Masters and Bachelors Degree in the above mentioned area
  • Full-time university teaching experience as a Tutorial Fellow or as an Assistant Lecturer for at least three (3) years
  • Registered with the Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK) minimum as a Graduate Engineer
v. Tutorial Fellow
 
Qualifications:
  • Masters Degree in Civil Engineering or related field from a recognized university
  • Bachelors Degree in the above mentioned area
  • Willing to pursue a PhD Degree
  • Registered with the Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK) minimum as a Graduate Engineer
vi. Senior Technician - Grade E/F
 
Qualifications:
  • Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering or related field from a recognized university
  • At least five (5) years of practical relevant work experience as a Technician in a university or research institution in one or more of the above areas of specialization
  • Knowledge of computer application including CAD will be an added advantage
The successful candidate will be involved in planning, preparing and implementing practical / laboratory classes and research projects for both undergraduate and post graduate students under guidance of academic members of staff in their respective departments.

Registration by a recognized professional Engineering body as a Technician will be an added advantage.

vii. Technician - Grade C/D
 
Qualifications:
  • KCE Division II/KCSE Mean Grade C+ (Plus) and a Higher National Diploma (HND) in Civil Engineering or related field from a recognized institution of higher learning.
  • At least three (3) years of work experience as a Technician in an academic or research institution in one or more of the above areas of specialization
  • Knowledge of computer applications including CAD will be an added advantage
The successful candidate will be involved in planning, preparing and implementing practical / laboratory exercise for undergraduate and post graduate students.

Registration by a recognized professional Engineering body as a Technician engineer will be an added advantage.

viii. Technician - Grade A/B
 
Qualifications:
  • KCE Division III/KCSE Grade C (Plain) and above
  • Ordinary Diploma in Civil Engineering or related field from a reputable institution of higher learning
  • At least two (2) years relevant work experience in an academic or research institution in one or more of the above areas of specialization
  • Successful candidates should be able to operate and maintain laboratory/practical and research work.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and computer literacy will be an added advantage.
Terms of Service:
 
For teaching positions above Tutorial Fellow employment will be on permanent and pensionable terms.

Tutorial Fellows are employed on one (1) year renewable contract, to the maximum of three (3) years.

The terms for non-teaching positions include a generous medical scheme, house allowance and commuting allowance. 

Successful candidates will be offered two (2) year renewable performance-based contract and gratuity will be paid at the end of the contract.

The applicants should provide full details of educational and professional qualification, work experience, present post and salary, applicant’s telephone number and e-mail address.

Copies of certificates and testimonials should also be enclosed giving the names and addresses of three (3) referees who are conversant with the applicant’s competence in area of specialization.

Applicants and Referees should write directly to:

Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration)
Kenyatta University
P. O. Box 43844 – 00100
Nairobi

Applications and letters from the referees should be received not later than, Thursday, 11th February 2016

Kenyatta University is an equal opportunity employer and canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Women and persons with disability are encouraged to apply.

Monday, 1 February 2016

M-Lab Field Coordinator – Agriculture

M-Lab Field Coordinator – Agriculture
 
About the M- Lab: The Lab is our think-and-do tank. A space to micro-simulate projects, extract data, evaluate projects and conduct surveys. 

Simply, this is where we test systems and behaviors that cannot be implemented without being examined in detail. 

We have conducted extensive surveys on user experiences using mobile payment systems for health in many different settings, we have carried out surveys on the effects on donor incentives on health care access and health insurance. 


The Lab designs tests, trains participants and conducts quantitative and qualitative data collection. 

Currently we have around 20 different tests ideas for a number of different partners.
We would like to apply the use of the mobile wallet technology on other sectors such as agriculture and education.
 
For this reason we are currently looking for a highly motivated and pro-active individual with a background in the agricultural sector.
 
M- Lab Field Coordinator Job Purpose: Reporting to the Lab Manager and Team Leader, the Lab Field Coordinator is responsible for the formulation and implementation of Lab Tests in the agricultural sector.
 
M- Lab Field Coordinator Job Duties:
  • Conceptualize new test models of how the mobile wallet can be of use in the agriculture value chain. Can mobile wallet technology be used to connect buyers and sellers or donors and beneficiaries along the agricultural value chain?
  • Approach actors in the value chain and market proposed models
  • Recruitment and training actors in the value chain, field agents and any other identified stakeholder so as to implement the proposed model.
  • Work with management in determining research budgets and schedules.
  • Support with the development of research and data-collection instruments and carry out pilots.
  • Receive, resolve and/or revert complaints from the various actors to the Lab Manager and Team Leader.
  • Pro-actively detect problems and opportunities and find solutions to different issues related to the lab projects and maintain documentation for reference purposes. In addition, track test progress and correct any deviations and delays. 
  • Identify foreign partners who Dodore can engage with so as to scale up the projects.
  • Internally test mobile technology and mobile payment systems and identify potential problems for end users of these systems.
  • Writing of concept notes and reports.
  • Make logistic arrangements in carrying out of internal and external Lab meetings and actively participate in these meetings.
  • Assist in other tasks that may be assigned by the M- Lab Manager or Team Leader.
Requirements:
  • Recently obtained or about to complete a Master’s degree in an agriculture related subject or rural development
  • At least one year of demonstrated experience in designing, and implementing research projects, preferably agricultural related projects.
  • Proven experience in supervising teams on the ground, both motivating and mentoring as well as monitoring.
  • Proven experience in writing of concepts and reports.
  • Ability to carry out data entry and analysis using SPSS and excel will be an added advantage.
  • Pro-active attitude and be able to think outside of the box.
  • Willingness to work in informal settlements and occasional travel to (rural)Areas in other parts of the country.
  • Kenyan Nationals only.
Gross Salary: 50,000- 70,000 Ksh/month 
 
This gross salary is dependent on one’s level of expertise. 
 
The gross salary is subject to statutory deductions i.e. PAYE, NSSF, NHIF) 

Intended starting date: 22nd February 2016

Application Process: 

In order to apply for this job strictly send your cover letter and CV as one file to recruitment@dodore.org i.e. convert both cover letter and CV to PDF and merge to one PDF file. 
 
The detailed CV should have referees who can be contacted to attest on the applicant’s suitability for the position

Cover letter should be customized to this position

Strictly mention your name and ‘Application Field Coordinator – Agriculture’ in the subject of your email.

Incomplete applications and applications beyond the deadline will not be accepted.

Deadline for Applications: Friday 5th February 2016

For more information: www.dodore.co.ke

Regional Director - Africa

Regional Director - Africa

The International Center for Tropical Agriculture works to reduce hunger and poverty, and improve human nutrition in the tropics through research aimed at increasing the eco-efficiency of agriculture. 

CIAT is a member of the CGIAR Consortium, a global partnership that unites organizations engaged in research for a food secure future. 

The Center’s research focuses on increasing productivity of key crops (cassava, common bean, rice, and tropical forages), reversing soil and land degradation, and using information to foster better decisions about issues such as climate change and environmental management. 

 
Headquartered near Cali, Colombia, CIAT has regional offices in Nairobi, Kenya, and Hanoi, Vietnam, with staff posted in other developing countries as well.

In Sub-Saharan Africa, agriculture will face a combination of high population growth, rapidly degrading farmland, and emerging climate change impacts. 

CIAT’s strategic research on crops (common bean, cassava, tropical forages, and rice), soils, and policy analysis will feed into major initiatives aimed at bolstering food and nutrition security, restoring landscapes to ecological health, and fostering economic growth, based on a sustainable and climate-smart agriculture.

The Position: The Regional Director is responsible for establishing a vision and strategy for CIAT’s pan-Africa research program. 

The regional program consists of a diverse portfolio of projects and team members active in 30 different countries across the region.

This position is responsible for building a coherent regional program that delivers innovative science, working through diverse partnerships to deliver agricultural development impact. 

Specifically, the position focuses on fund raising (donor intelligence, donor engagement, proposal development, and stewardship / communications), development of partnerships (identification, implementation and monitoring) and enablement of a conducive atmosphere across the team to deliver program objectives. 

This position is part of CIAT’s executive team and interacts strongly with Research Programs and Headquarter operations.  

Responsibilities
  • Lead the development and implementation of country and regional strategies and resource mobilization efforts to ensure that research contributes to the achievements of development outcomes
  • Strategically position CIAT in the region and ensure integrity and alignment among CIAT’s activities
  • Build and maintain active relationship with partners and donors in the region and work with Research Area Directors, the Head of Partnerships & Communications, and other CIAT colleagues to ensure the development and maintenance of a strong funding pipeline
  • Build strong relationships with research and development partners (public and private) and identify opportunities for collaborative research
  • Implement Sub-Saharan Africa annual business plan and guarantee goals accomplishment
  • Coordinate work of CIAT in the region and provide oversight and management of research teams and administrative staff
  • Liaise and collaborate with the other administrative areas in the organization (Finance & Administration, Human Resources) as appropriate for financial oversight and management of the projects
  • Be a member of CIAT’s Management Team and contribute to effective leadership and decision making
  • Represent CIAT at national, regional and international events and meetings
Leadership Competencies
  • Strategic Orientation: the ability to think long- term and beyond one’s own area. It involves three key dimensions: business awareness, critical analysis and integration of information, and the ability to develop an action- oriented plan
  • Results Orientation: focused on improvement of business results
  • Change Leadership: transforming and aligning an organization through its people to drive for improvement in new and challenging directions. It is energizing a whole organization to want to change in the same direction
  • Collaboration and Influence: working effectively with, and influencing those outside of, your functional area for positive impact on business performance. Creates innovative partnerships that span the enterprise and reach beyond its walls
  • People and Organizational Development: developing the long- term capabilities of others and the organization as a whole, and finding satisfaction in influencing or even transforming someone’s life or career 
Education and Experience
  • PhD in Agricultural Sciences, Environmental Sciences, International Development or other related fields with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience post-PhD
  • Demonstrated ability to publish high quality articles in international, peer-reviewed journals
  • Proven ability to build partnerships and raise funds for research programs, and to communicate the impact of donor investments throughout the project lifecycle
  • Possess established donor networks and awareness of donor priorities in the region
  • Excellent communication skills (written and spoken) in English and other local languages desired, and ability to influence a variety of audiences, including policy makers
  • Experience in leading and managing a multi-disciplinary and dynamic team of researchers and development practitioners, and the associated human resource and financial management
  • Willingness and ability to travel internationally and regionally
Terms of employment: This is an International position and will be based at CIAT regional headquarters in Nairobi, Africa and reporting directly to the Director General. 

The initial contract will be for up to three (3) years, subject to a probation period of six (6) months, and is renewable depending on performance and availability of resources.

CIAT offers a multicultural, collegial research environment with competitive salary and excellent benefits. 

CIAT is an equal opportunity employer, and strives for staff diversity in gender and nationality. Women candidates from Africa are particularly encouraged to apply.

Applications
 
Applicants are invited to send a cover letter illustrating their suitability for the above position against the listed qualifications, competencies, skills together with a detailed curriculum vitae, including names and addresses of three referees knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience. 

All correspondence should be addressed to the CIAT Human Resources Office to Natasha Marulanda (n.marulanda@cgiar.org) and should clearly indicate “Regional Director-Africa”.

Closing date for applications: Until a suitable candidate is identified.

To learn more about this position please contact Natasha Marulanda @ n.marulanda@cgiar.org
 
We invite you to learn more about us at: http://www.ciat.cgiar.org


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