ATSAF Job News 12-2009
June 02, 2009.
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1. Universität Hohenheim, Fakultät Agrarwissenschaften, W3-Professur
"Sozialer und institutioneller Wandel in der landwirtschaftlichen Entwicklung"
2. University of Hohenheim, PhD position under the umbrella of the DFG funded SFB 564 -
Uplands Programm
3. Universität Hohenheim, Doktorand(in), Umweltökonomie
4. ICARDA, Director of Diversification and Sustainable Intensification of Production Systems
Program
5. ICARDA, Water Resources/Harvesting Specialist
6. ICARDA, Wheat Breeder
7. ICARDA, Terbol Station Manager & Resident Researcher
8. 2009-2010 Fletcher-Lauder Fellowship, Post-Doctoral Announcement
9. PAN Germany, Ein/e Projektmitarbeiter/in für Lobby- und Öffentlichkeitsarbeit zum Thema
"Regelung der Zulassung und Anwendung von Bioziden durch die EU"
10. Universität Kiel: Post-Doc oder Doktorandenstelle Ernährungsökonomie
11.EIRENE, Leiter/in des Freiwilligenprogramms
12. Africa Unit for Transdisciplinary Health Research (AUTHeR)
POSTDOC FELLOWSHIP, APRIL 2009 - DECEMBER 2011
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1.
An der Fakultät Agrarwissenschaften der Universität Hohenheim ist im Institut für Agrar- und
Sozialökonomie in den Tropen und Subtropen die
W3-Professur
"Sozialer und institutioneller Wandel in der landwirtschaftlichen Entwicklung"
zu besetzen.
Die Stelleninhaberin / der Stelleninhaber soll Forschung und Lehre zum sozialen und
institutionellen Wandel und der hiermit verbundenen Fragen zur Gestaltung der
landwirtschaftlichen Entwicklung in den Tropen und Subtropen durchführen. Besondere
Bedeutung wird dabei auf die Anwendung qualitativ bewertender Forschungsmethoden der
Sozialwissenschaften auf der Basis mathematischer Quantifizierungen gelegt. Der/die
Kandidat/in soll als Mitglied des Tropenzentrums und des Kompetenzzentrums Gender und
Ernährung zu interdisziplinären Forschungsprojekten in den Tropen und Subtropen
beitragen. In der Lehre soll das Fachgebiet in den international ausgerichteten M.Sc.-
Studiengängen in englischer und in den Bachelor-Studiengängen in deutscher Sprache
vertreten werden.
Die Habilitation oder gleichwertige wissenschaftliche Leistungen sowie pädagogische
Eignung sind Voraussetzung für die Berufung. Es werden exzellente Leistungen in der
sozialwissenschaftlichen Forschung mit agrarwissenschaftlicher Ausrichtung in den Tropen
und Subtropen (z. B. Soziologie, Politikwissenschaften, Institutionenökonomie) sowie
Lehrerfahrungen insbesondere im sozialwissenschaftlichen Methodenspektrum erwartet.
Da die Universität ihren Anteil an Wissenschaftlerinnen erhöhen möchte, sind Bewerbungen
von Frauen besonders erwünscht. Die ausgeschriebene Stelle steht unbefristet zur
Verfügung. Bei der ersten Berufung in ein Professorenamt behält sich die Universität die
Einstellung auf Probe vor. Bei gleicher Eignung werden Schwerbehinderte bevorzugt
eingestellt.
Die Position soll zum Wintersemester 2009/10 besetzt werden.
Bewerbungen mit den üblichen Unterlagen sind bis zum 30. Juni 2009 an den Dekan der
Fakultät Agrarwissenschaften der Universität Hohenheim, 70593 Stuttgart, Deutschland, zu
richten.
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2.
PhD offer "Monitoring and Modelling Landscape C/N Flows as Affected by Current Land Use
in Mountainous Regions of Thailand and Vietnam"
The Section Plant Production Section (380a) of the Institute for Plant Production and
Agroecology in the Tropics and Subtropics, Hohenheim University, offers a PhD position
under the umbrella of the DFG funded SFB 564 - Uplands Programm. The research
focusses on:
oassessing the dynamics of landscape upland-lowland C/N flows under current land
use;
oassessing how past land use intensification has changed the spatial distribution of
soil fertility and potential crop productivity;
otesting the impact of alternative crop management options on sustainability of crop
productivity, and watershed C/N budgets and losses using the recently developed Land Use
Change Impact Assessment (LUCIA) model of SFB 564 subproject C4.
We are an international team and seek for an excellent and highly motivated student with
ecological, environmental, pedological and/or agronomic background and strong
interest/experience in modelling, GIS and remote sensing, lab and field work.
Location:
Hohenheim University, Stuttgart, Germany (lab and modelling work)
Son La Province, NW Vietnam and
Chiang Mai Province, NE Thailand (field work)
Time frame of PhD. study:
Start: July 1st, 2009
Duration: 3 years
Salary:
Salary will be provided according to the German public service regulations (salary group E13,
50% position; funding is pending)
Interested? Please send the following information:
oMotivation letter including relevant research experience
oCurriculum vitae; Pdf of diploma and transcripts (translation if necessary)
oEnglish proficiency (for foreign students)
oNames (and email addresses) of 2 reference persons
Please send application to/Contact for more information:
Prof. Dr. Georg Cadisch, cadisch@uni-hohenheim.de, tel: +49-[0]711 459 22438
Hohenheim University (380a), 70593 Stuttgart, Germany
For further information please refer to www.uni-
hohenheim.de/www380/380a/C42_PhD_01.pdf
Deadline for application: June 5th, 2009
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3.
Doktorand(in), Umweltökonomie
Universität Hohenheim (Germany)
Im Rahmen des DFG Sonderforschungsbereichs (SFB 564) der Universität Hohenheim
(Stuttgart) ist im Fachgebiet Volkswirtschaftslehre, insbesondere Umweltökonomie zum
01.07.2009 oder bald darauf eine Doktorandenstelle (TV-L E13 50%) in einem Teilprojekt für
drei Jahre zu besetzen (vorbehaltlich endgültiger Projektgenehmigung).
Das Teilprojekt befasst sich mit der ökonomischen Bewertung umweltverbessernder
Maßnahmen in den Ländern Thailand und Vietnam. Im Rahmen des Teilprojekts werden
empirische Studien mithilfe der Contingent Valuation Methode (CVM) durchgeführt und
sowohl theoretische als auch methodische Aspekte der ökonomischen Umweltbewertung im
sozioökonomischen Kontext Südostasiens untersucht.
Der/die Bewerber(in) sollte über einen überdurchschnittlichen Abschluss (Diplom oder
Master) im Fach Wirtschaftswissenschaften, Volkswirtschaftslehre oder verwandter
Fachgebiete verfügen und fließend in Deutsch und Englisch sein. Darüber hinaus werden
gute Computerkenntnisse, fundiertes Wissen in Ökonometrie sowie die Fähigkeit erwartet,
sich in neue Untersuchungsmethoden wie z. B. Eye Tracking-Verfahren einzuarbeiten.
Bereitschaft zum interdisziplinären und interkulturellen Arbeiten und zu längeren
Forschungsaufenthalten in Thailand und Vietnam werden vorausgesetzt. Es wird erwartet,
dass der/die Bewerber(in) sich in inhaltlicher Anlehnung an die Thematik des Teilprojekts
wissenschaftlich weiterqualifiziert (Promotion).
Interessierte Kandidat(inn)en richten ihre Bewerbung bitte bis zum 15.6.2009 mit
Anschreiben, Lebenslauf (inkl. Namen und Email-Adressen von zwei Befürwortern),
Zeugniskopien und einer ausführlichen Zusammenfassung (ca. 2 Seiten) der Diplom- bzw.
Masterarbeit an Prof. Dr. Michael Ahlheim, Universität Hohenheim (520f), 70593 Stuttgart,
Email: ahlheim@uni-hohenheim.de
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4.
International Center for Agricultural Research in the Dry Areas (ICARDA)
Aleppo, Syria
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Director of
Diversification and Sustainable Intensification of Production Systems Program
Aleppo, Syria
The Organization
Established in 1977 as an autonomous, non-profit, international research center, ICARDA is
one of the 15 international research centers supported by the Consultative Group on
International Agricultural Research (CGIAR), which is co-sponsored by the World Bank, the
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, the International Fund for
Agricultural Development (IFAD), and the United Nations Development Programme.
ICARDA´s mission is to contribute to the improvement of livelihoods of the resource-poor in
dry areas by enhancing food security and alleviating poverty through research and
partnerships to achieve sustainable increases in agricultural productivity and income, while
ensuring the efficient and more equitable use and conservation of natural resources. With its
main research station and headquarters in Aleppo, Syria, and a staff of over 500 scientists
and support personnel, ICARDA works through a network of partnerships with national
agricultural research systems (NARS), regional and international institutions, universities,
advanced research institutes, and non-governmental organizations. In addition to its
headquarters programs, ICARDA operates throughout the non-tropical dry areas through
regional programs and country offices.
The Position
The Director leads the ICARDA program which focuses on enhancing income generating
options for the rural poor from horticulture and protected agriculture, crops and livestock,
especially small ruminants, by improving and diversifying current agricultural production
systems (e.g. through conservation agriculture), increasing and diversifying outputs,
improving the safety, quality and marketability of produce, and adding value through agri-
processing of primary products. The Program is a platform for integrating the main pillars of
ICARDA research-for-development, including crop improvement, integrated water and land
management, and socioeconomic and policy research. Thus, the successful candidate is
expected to play a major role in integrating these themes at the landscape level to achieve
needed impact. The position combines research with administration and reports to the
Deputy Director General (Research). The position is based at ICARDA´s headquarters and
main research station located 30 km from Aleppo, Syria.
Duties and Responsibilities
Within the framework of ICARDA´s Strategic Plan and the Center´s global and
regional mandates, develop Program strategy and research plans, and ensure the
implementation of approved work plans and the timely and quality delivery of research
outputs
Ensure the relevance of the Program research and its results to the CGIAR and
ICARDA´s developmental goals in enhancing food security, growth for the poor and natural
resource sustainability.
Supervise the quality of research of the Program and ensure that research results
are published internationally
Supervise the design of impact pathways for research outputs along the research for
development continuum in full partnership with NARS and other stakeholders
Contribute to fund raising center-wide and lead the Program in generating resources
to support the implementation of the Program research agenda
Ensure effective partnership with NARS in developing countries and maintain close
coordination with ICARDA´s Outreach Offices in implementing the Program research agenda
Ensure integration of DSIPS with other research programs and Outreach Offices to
achieve impact
Coordinate with other staff for capacity building in the Program
Establish linkages and coordinate collaboration with relevant institutions in
developing and developed countries.
Contribute to center wide strategic planning and management activities
Qualifications and Experience
Earned PhD in one or more of the following areas: small ruminants, crop/livestock and/or
livestock rangeland integration, agronomy (with focus on conservation agriculture),
horticulture (including protected agriculture), and forage legumes; a minimum of 10-15 years
experience in agricultural research; proven record of experience in a relevant scientific
domain; at least three years of international experience in a leadership position; strong team
leadership record, ability to lead a multi-disciplinary, multi-cultural team, innovativeness and
experience in the developing world, a track record in donor relations, fund raising and project
development, excellent communications skills in English. Knowledge of Arabic and/or
French would be an advantage.
Terms of Appointment
The appointment will be for an initial period of three years, renewable thereafter on an annual
basis. The salary is paid in US dollars. Benefits include housing allowance, paid home leave
travel, a pension scheme, life and health insurance package, vehicle for business and
personal use, and free enrollment for dependent children in the ICARDA-administered
International School (KG to Grade 12).
Living in Syria
Aleppo is Syria´s second largest city. Syria has many historical and archaeological sites,
some a short drive from Aleppo. There are four distinct seasons and the terrain varies from
desert to mountains to fertile fruit orchards. Major international airlines fly into and out of
Damascus and Aleppo. In addition to the internationally-accredited School, ICARDA runs a
Sports and Social Club for the staff.
Application
Qualified applicants are invited to send:
1) Cover letter of interest (no more than 2 pages) highlighting the candidate´s
experience against the criteria listed under Qualifications and Competencies, including salary
expectations and noting where the candidate saw the advertisement.
2) Curriculum vitae
3) Names, addresses, fax numbers and e-mail addresses of three professional referees
(they will not be contacted without the candidate´s permission),
to: Personnel Services
ICARDA, P.O. Box 5466, Aleppo, Syria
Telephone: (963-21) 2213477, 2225112, or 2225012
Fax: (963-21) 2213490, 2225105, or 5744622
E-mail: ICARDA-JOBS@CGIAR.ORG
Website: www.icarda.cgiar.org
(If sending by e-mail, please do not include graphics or other large file attachments.)
REFERENCE: quote INT-P/0416/09 on the application (or in the subject line if applying by e-
mail).
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications must be received by 25 June 2009.
ICARDA is an equal opportunity employer, and encourages applications from women.
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5.
International Center for Agricultural Research in the Dry Areas (ICARDA)
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Water Resources/Harvesting Specialist
Aleppo, Syria
Organization
Established in 1977 as an autonomous, non-profit, international research center, ICARDA is
one of the 15 international research centers supported by the Consultative Group on
International Agricultural Research (CGIAR), which is co-sponsored by the World Bank, the
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, the International Fund for
Agricultural Development (IFAD), and the United Nations Development Programme.
ICARDA´s mission is to contribute to the improvement of livelihoods of the resource-poor in
dry areas by enhancing food security and alleviating poverty through research and
partnerships to achieve sustainable increases in agricultural productivity and income, while
ensuring the efficient and more equitable use and conservation of natural resources. With its
main research station and headquarters in Aleppo, Syria, and a staff of over 500 scientists
and support personnel, ICARDA works through a network of partnerships with national
agricultural research systems (NARS), regional and international institutions, universities,
advanced research institutes, and non-governmental organizations. In addition to its
headquarters programs, ICARDA operates throughout the non-tropical dry areas through
regional programs and country offices.
The Position
Water resources in the dry areas are scarce and poorly managed. ICARDA conducts
research and capacity building to sustainably improve the productivity of rainwater, surface
and groundwater resources in agriculture. The Water Resources/Water Harvesting Specialist
will report to the Director of ICARDA´s Integrated Water and Land Management Program.
The appointee will work with ICARDA scientists from other disciplines, with national program
partners, and with advanced research institutes to assess water resources in the dry areas,
mainly in Central and West Asia and North Africa (CWANA), to design and implement
research and capacity building programs on micro and macro catchment water harvesting
systems and associated small structures for managing water resources. He/she will also
identify the main technical, social and policy constraints to integration of water harvesting
practices in agricultural systems in general and in drier rangeland environments in particular.
He/she will develop linkages to current research and development work in ICARDA´s water
benchmarks and satellite sites project to develop options for efficient water and land
management; and initiate training activities in rainwater harvesting and associated water
management practices. The appointee will develop project proposals for donor support to
tackle water management issues in the dry areas. Such projects will adopt an integrated
approach to water and land use analysis and management options applicable beyond the
target area, using a holistic, interdisciplinarity and participatory approach.
Required Qualifications and Experience
The successful candidate will have a PhD in water resources management/engineering,
demonstrated competence for at least 5 years in understanding, analysing, designing and
implementing rainwater harvesting systems for agriculture at the macro and micro levels.
He/she must have at least 3 years extensive field research experience in the application of
water harvesting and conservation practicies for rangeland rehabilitation, supplemental
irrigation and other agricultural and environmental uses, part of which should have been in
developing countries; capability and willingness to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary
and multicultural context; computer skills; and fluency in spoken and written English.
Capability in French and/or Arabic and GIS and remote sensing capabilities would be an
advantage.
Terms of Appointment
The appointment will be for an initial period of two years, renewable thereafter on an annual
basis. The salary is paid in US dollars. Benefits include housing allowance, paid home leave
travel, a pension scheme, life and health insurance package, vehicle for business and
personal use, and free enrollment for dependent children in the ICARDA-administered
international school (KG-Grade 12).
Living in Syria
ICARDA´s headquarters is situated 30 km south of Aleppo, Syria´s second largest city. In
addition to the internationally-accredited school, ICARDA runs a Sports and Social Club for
the staff. Syria has many historical and archaeological sites, some a short drive from Aleppo.
There are four distinct seasons and the terrain varies from desert to mountains to fertile fruit
orchards. Major international airlines fly into Damascus and Aleppo.
Application
Qualified applicants are invited to send:
2) Cover letter of interest (no more than 2 pages) highlighting the candidate´s
experience against the criteria listed under Qualifications and Competencies, including salary
expectations and noting where the candidate saw the advertisement.
2) Curriculum vitae
3) Names, addresses, fax numbers and e-mail addresses of three professional referees
(they will not be contacted without the candidate´s permission),
to: Personnel Services
ICARDA, P.O. Box 5466, Aleppo, Syria
Telephone: (963-21) 2213477, 2225112, or 2225012
Fax: (963-21) 2213490, 2225105, or 5744622
E-mail: ICARDA-JOBS@CGIAR.ORG
Website: www.icarda.cgiar.org
(If sending by e-mail, please do not include graphics or other large file attachments.)
NOTE:
1. If sending by e-mail, please do not include graphics or other large file attachments.
2. Quote reference INT-P/0804/09 on application (or in subject line if applying by e-
mail).
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications must be received by 30 June 2009
ICARDA is an equal opportunity employer, and encourages applications from women.
Applications will be acknowledged, but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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6.
International Center For Agricultural Research In The Dry Areas (ICARDA) Aleppo, Syria
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Wheat Breeder
Aleppo, Syria
The Organization
Established in 1977 as an autonomous, non-profit, international research center, ICARDA is
one of the 15 international research centers supported by the Consultative Group on
International Agricultural Research (CGIAR), which is co-sponsored by the World Bank, the
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, the International Fund for
Agricultural Development (IFAD), and the United Nations Development Programme.
ICARDA´s mission is to contribute to the improvement of livelihoods of the resource-poor in
dry areas by enhancing food security and alleviating poverty through research and
partnerships to achieve sustainable increases in agricultural productivity and income, while
ensuring the efficient and more equitable use and conservation of natural resources. With its
main research station and headquarters in Aleppo, Syria, and a staff of over 500 scientists
and support personnel, ICARDA works through a network of partnerships with national
agricultural research systems (NARS), regional and international institutions, universities,
advanced research institutes, and non-governmental organizations. In addition to its
headquarters programs, ICARDA operates throughout the non-tropical dry areas through
regional programs and country offices.
The Position
ICARDA shares the joint responsibility for the improvement of bread and durum wheat within
Central and West Asia and North Africa (CWANA) with CIMMYT (International Maize and
Wheat Improvement Center). The wheat breeding activities are conducted in the ICARDA-
CIMMYT Wheat Improvement Program (ICWIP), and include a vigorous pre-breeding
program exploiting the genetic variability in wheat and its wild relatives, for which the region is
a centre of diversity. ICARDA is seeking a wheat breeder to be based at its headquarters in
Aleppo, Syria.
The main responsibilities include:
oBreeding bread wheat for rainfed and irrigated environments in the dry areas of
CWANA
oWheat breeding in partnership with national programs and advanced research
institutes
oApplication of molecular marker-assisted selection
oUndertaking original research and publication of results
oCooperation with scientists in other disciplines such as pathology, biotechnology, end
use quality, agronomy and socio-economics in wheat improvement
oParticipation in setting the institute´s priorities in wheat research.
oProviding training in wheat breeding to staff from national wheat programs, including
provision of training materials
oDevelopment of research proposals for potential donors and of technical research
reports
oRepresenting ICARDA on wheat breeding in regional and international fora
The position is within the Biodiversity and Integrated Gene Management Program, reports to
the Program Director, and is based at ICARDA´s modern headquarters and main research
station located near Aleppo, Syria.
Essential Qualifications and Competencies
oPhD in plant breeding;
oA minimum of 3 years experience on breeding, research and training, preferably on
cereals;
oExperience in aspects of molecular plant breeding and biotechnology, particularly the
application of marker-assisted selection;
oDemonstrated ability to design, implement and analyze field trials (e.g. multi location
trials);
oExperience in aspects of stress physiology associated with breeding for drought and
heat tolerance, preferably in cereals;
oExperience in breeding for disease resistance;
oAbility to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary and multicultural environment and to
establish good working relationships with scientists in national programs;
oFluency and good communication skills in written and spoken English;
oProven record of research excellence, including publication record in international
refereed journals;
oWillingness to undertake considerable international travel.
Desirable Qualifications and Competencies
oWork experience in developing countries;
oKnowledge of Arabic, or a second language such as French.
Terms of Appointment
The appointment will be for an initial period of up to 31 January 2011 (including one year´s
probation), renewable thereafter on an annual basis. The salary is paid in US dollars.
Benefits include housing allowance, paid home leave travel, a savings scheme, life and
health insurance package, vehicle for business and personal use, and free enrollment for
dependent children in the ICARDA-administered International School (KG-Grade 12).
Living in Syria
Aleppo is Syria´s second largest city. Syria has many historical and archaeological sites,
some a short drive from Aleppo. There are four distinct seasons and the terrain varies from
desert to mountains to fertile fruit orchards. Major international airlines fly into and out of
Damascus and Aleppo. In addition to the internationally-accredited School, ICARDA runs a
Sports and Social Club for the staff.
Application
Qualified applicants are invited to send:
3) Cover letter of interest (no more than 2 pages) highlighting the candidate´s
experience against the criteria listed under Qualifications and Competencies, including salary
expectations and noting where the candidate saw the advertisement.
2) Curriculum vitae
3) Names, addresses, fax numbers and e-mail addresses of three professional referees
(they will not be contacted without the candidate´s permission),
to: Personnel Services
ICARDA, P.O. Box 5466, Aleppo, Syria
Telephone: (963-21) 2213477, 2225112, or 2225012
Fax: (963-21) 2213490, 2225105, or 5744622
E-mail: ICARDA-JOBS@CGIAR.ORG
Website: www.icarda.cgiar.org
(If sending by e-mail, please do not include graphics or other large file attachments.)
Quote reference INT-RA/0811/09 on application (or in subject line if applying by e-mail).
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications must be received by 30 June 2009.
ICARDA is an equal opportunity employer, and encourages applications from women.
__________________________________________
7.
International Center for Agricultural Research in the Dry Areas (ICARDA)
Aleppo, Syria
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Terbol Station Manager & Resident Researcher
Terbol, Lebanon
The Organization
Established in 1977 as an autonomous, non-profit, international research center, ICARDA is
one of the 15 international research centers supported by the Consultative Group on
International Agricultural Research (CGIAR), which is co-sponsored by the World Bank, the
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, the International Fund for
Agricultural Development (IFAD), and the United Nations Development Programme.
ICARDA´s mission is to contribute to the improvement of livelihoods of the resource-poor in
dry areas by enhancing food security and alleviating poverty through research and
partnerships to achieve sustainable increases in agricultural productivity and income, while
ensuring the efficient and more equitable use and conservation of natural resources. With its
main research station and headquarters in Aleppo, Syria, and a staff of over 500 scientists
and support personnel, ICARDA works through a network of partnerships with national
agricultural research systems (NARS), regional and international institutions, universities,
advanced research institutes, and non-governmental organizations. In addition to its
headquarters programs, ICARDA operates throughout the non-tropical dry areas through
regional programs and country offices.
The Position
ICARDA has an immediate vacancy for the position of Terbol Station Manager & Resident
Researcher under its Station Operations Program. The position is based at ICARDA´s Terbol
Station, Lebanon. The following will be the duties and responsibilities of the Terbol Station
Manager & Resident Researcher reporting to ICARDA´s Farm Manager, Director -
Biodiversity and Integrated Gene Mananement Program (BIGMP) and the Assistant Director
General - International Cooperation and Communications:
Station Manager Duties
Under the guidance of the ICARDA Headquarter Station Operations Farm Manager, the
Terbol Station manager:
oSupervises farm operations including agricultural workshop
oCoordinates station and farm activities
oMonitors land use and advises on crop rotations
oKeeps accurate records, and provides statistical interpretation of data
oSupervises service, maintenance, repair and setting of agricultural equipment
oManages other station(s) in Lebanon
oLiaises with Farm/Station Manager of ICARDA´s HQ, Aleppo, Syria
oProvides appropriate training to national collaborators under minimal supervision
oEnsure timely and quality operations and optimize the use of the station´s resources
oProvide quarterly progress and annual reports on station´s operation
oPerforms other duties as and when required
Research Duties:
Under the overall guidance of the Director of the BIGM Program:
oUndertakes original research in collaboration with BIGM scientists
oSupervises field activities, including measurements of crop grain yield, field
characteristics and the effects of diseases and pests
oContribute to the planning and implementation of ICARDA´s research projects in
Lebanon along the research-for-development continuum
oProvide needed technical backstopping to NARS in Lebanon
oParticipate in technology transfer activities in Lebanon
oPerforms other duties as and when required
Organizational and Liaison Duties:
Under the overall guidance of the Assistant Director General - International Cooperation and
Communications:
oCoordinates and facilitate ICARDA´s activities and cooperation with national
institutions in Lebanon
oBring needed visibility to ICARDA´s activities in Lebanon and communicate
effectively with national collaborators and other stakeholders in the country
oContribute to resource mobilization and project proposals development related to
Lebanon
oManages other ICARDA stations and offices in Lebanon
oSupervise and coordinate ICARDA administrative and financial matters in Lebanon,
including but not limited to:
a) Relations with the Host Country authorities
b) Financial matters
c) Human resources
d) Procurement
oPerforms other duties as and when required
Qualifications and Experience
oM.Sc./Ph.D. in Plant Breeding/ Plant Production
oAt least 5 years experience in related field of work, possibly also in Station
Management and operation; preferably with an international experience
oDemonstrated ability to conduct and publish original research
oExperience in guiding staff and building team work
oComputer literacy
oFluent Arabic and English obligatory
Terms of Appointment
The appointment will be for an initial period of three years, renewable thereafter on an annual
basis. The salary is paid in US dollars. Benefits include housing allowance, paid home leave
travel, a pension scheme, life and health insurance package, vehicle for business and
personal use, and support for dependents´ education according to ICARDA Policy.
Application
Qualified applicants are invited to send:
4) Cover letter of interest (no more than 2 pages) highlighting the candidate´s
experience against the criteria listed under Qualifications and Competencies, including salary
expectations and noting where the candidate saw the advertisement.
2) Curriculum vitae
3) Names, addresses, fax numbers and e-mail addresses of three professional referees
(they will not be contacted without the candidate´s permission),
to: Personnel Services
ICARDA, P.O. Box 5466, Aleppo, Syria
Telephone: (963-21) 2213477, 2225112, or 2225012
Fax: (963-21) 2213490, 2225105, or 5744622
E-mail: ICARDA-JOBS@CGIAR.ORG
Website: www.icarda.cgiar.org
(If sending by e-mail, please do not include graphics or other large file attachments.)
Quote reference INT-P/8471/09on application (or in subject line if applying by e-mail).
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications must be received by 30 June 2009.
ICARDA is an equal opportunity employer, and encourages applications from women.
Applications will be acknowledged, but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
__________________________________________
8.
Post-Doctoral Fellowship Announcement
2009-2010 Fletcher-Lauder Fellowship
Carbon Biosequestration Strategies
The Fletcher School at Tufts University (Center for International
Environment and Resource Policy) and the Lauder School of Government,
Diplomacy and Strategy at The Interdisciplinary Center Herzliya (IDC,
Israel) are accepting applications for the Fletcher-Lauder Fellowship for
2009-2010 to support a post-doctoral fellow, to conduct independent
research on Carbon Biosequestration Strategies.
The analysis of the Fletcher-Lauder Fellow will be based on data from a
National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL) and Arizona Public Service
(APS) pilot project demonstrating bio-sequestration of carbon dioxide from
carbon-rich sources, e.g., power plants, through algae production.
Specifically, the Fellow will analyze the national and international
potential of carbon bio-sequestration via algae, compare it with other
alternatives for industrial and power plant CO2 mitigation, and explore
costs and policy options to support the implementation of carbon
biosequestration on a large scale. Additional research will focus on the
benefits of algae in other fields, including but not limited to biofuels
and feed production. The analysis may utilize systems dynamics modeling,
econometric analysis and other methodologies that will improve
understanding of the economic and policy implications scalability, and the
rate at which capture systems may be introduced to prevent carbon dioxide
from entering the atmosphere from a variety of industrial and power
sources.
Application process: Students should submit, by e-mail, an application
that contains:
1) A letter outlining their relevant research in the engineering,
technical or biology fields. The application should address the
following:
a) Details of previous research
b) How this research is relevant to the NETL-APS project
c) Experience with national and international energy policy
2) A curriculum vita
3) Two letters of reference
Selection process: A committee of Fletcher School and Lauder School
faculty will select the 2009-2010 Fellow. The faculty will assess the
quality of the applicant's previous research and the intellectual rigor
and policy relevance of the student's previous work.
Application deadline: June 1, 2009
Award will be announced on June 15, 2009
Award date: July 1, 2009 (exact start date can be negotiated)
Please address applications to: Mieke van der Wansem, Associate Director,
CIERP
mieke.wansem@tufts.edu
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9.
PAN Germany, Pestizid Aktions Netzwerke e.V.
Gesucht wird: Ein/e Projektmitarbeiter/in für Lobby- und Öffentlichkeitsarbeit zum Thema
"Regelung der Zulassung und Anwendung von Bioziden durch die EU"
Sie wollen: dass die Weiterentwicklung und Implementierung der EU-Biozidrichtlinie stark am
Schutz der Gesundheit von Mensch und Umwelt ausgerichtet wird.
Sie können: Ihre Begründungen für eine dem Gesundheits- und Umweltschutz verpflichtete
rechtli-che Regelung der Zulassung und Anwendung von Bioziden gegenüber Experten,
Politi-kern, Journalisten und der Öffentlichkeit in deutscher und englischer Sprache überzeu-
gend mündlich und schriftlich vortragen. Dann bewerben Sie sich bei uns.
Anforderungen: Kenntnisse in der rechtlichen Regelung von Bioziden oder Pestiziden (oder
Chemika-lien), Erfahrungen in der Lobbyarbeit in Brüssel sowie in der Öffentlichkeitsarbeit;
sehr gute Sprachkompetenz in Englisch; Qualifikationen in der Erstellung von fachlichen Po-
sitionspapieren und allgemeinverständlichen Texten für die Presse und die interessierte
Öffentlichkeit; Erfahrungen in der Koordinierung von Arbeitsgruppen, Organisationsta-lent;
Bereitschaft innerhalb Europas zu reisen.
Gehalt: 20 Std./Woche / 1.850 Euro brutto/Monat, befristet auf 18 Monate
Stellenantritt: 1.7.2009
Bewerbungsfrist: 10.6.2009
Bewerbungsadresse: Bitte senden Sie Ihre vollständige elektronische Bewerbung an
bewerbung@pan-germany.org
PAN Germany ist eine erfahrene, gemeinnützige Organisation, die über Gefahren der
pestizidinten-siven Landwirtschaft und Schädlingsbekämpfung informiert und sich für
umweltschonende, sozial-verträgliche und ökonomisch sinnvolle Alternativen einsetzt. Unser
kontinuierliches Engagement ist demokratisch, armuts- und umweltorientiert, netzwerkbasiert
und gendersensibel. Unsere Arbeitsweise reicht von der kritisch-konstruktiven Begleitung
politisch-legislativer Entwicklungen und wirtschaftlicher Aktivitäten bis hin zu praxisnahen
Informationen und
www.pan-germany.org
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10.
Uni Kiel: Post-Doc oder Doktorandenstelle Ernährungsökonomie
An der Agrar- und Ernährungswissenschaftlichen Fakultät, Institut für Ernährungswirtschaft
und Verbrauchslehre, Abteilung Ernährungsökonomie, der Christian-Albrechts-Universität zu
Kiel ist zum nächst möglichen Zeitpunkt die Stelle eines/einer Wissenschaftlichen
Angestellten (Postdoc oder Doktorand)
vorläufig bis zum 31.12.2010 zu besetzen. Die regelmäßige wöchentliche Arbeitszeit beträgt
bei der Besetzung mit einem Postdoc die einer/eines Voll- oder auf Wunsch
Teilzeitbeschäftigten (zzt. 38,7 Stunden/19,35 Stunden). Bei der Besetzung der Stelle mit
einem Doktoranden/einer Doktorandin beträgt die regelmäßige wöchentliche Arbeitszeit die
Hälfte einer/eines Vollzeitbeschäftigten (zzt. 19,35 Stunden).
Das Entgelt richtet sich nach Entgeltgruppe 13 TV-L.
Aufgabengebiet Postdoc: Eigenen wissenschaftliche Weiterbildung; hochschuldidaktische
Qualifikation; wissenschaftliche Dienstleistungen zur Organisation, zur Vorbereitung und zur
Durchführung von Forschung und Lehre, vor allem auf dem Gebiet der Agrar- und
Ernährungsökonomie und der Welternährungswirtschaft.
Einstellungsvoraussetzungen Postdoc: Abgeschlossenes Hochschulstudium und eine
qualifizierte Promotion im Fach Agrarökonomie, Ernährungsökonomie, Agrarwissenschaften
oder Wirtschaftswissenschaften. Fließende Beherrschung der Deutschen Sprache. Fundierte
Kenntnisse mikroökonomischer Ansätze und quantitativer Methoden sowie ein ausgeprägtes
Interesse an dem Gebiet der Industrieökonomik, Ernährungsökonomik oder
Entwicklungsökonomik sind wünschenswert.
Einstellungsvoraussetzungen Doktorand: Voraussetzung ist ein mit hohem Prädikat
abgeschlossenes Studium der Ökotrophologie (Fachrichtung Ernährungsökonomie),
Agrarwissenschaften (Fachrichtung WiSo), der Agrarökonomie oder der
Volkswirtschaftslehre. Gute ökonometrische Kenntnisse sowie gute Kenntnisse der
Entwicklungsökonomik und starkes Interesse an auf Entwicklungsländer gerichtete
Forschung werden ebenfalls vorausgesetzt. Fließende Beherrschung der Deutschen
Sprache sowie sehr gute Englischkenntnisse müssen vorhanden sein. Darüber hinaus sollte
der/die Kandidat/Kandidatin Spaß an intensiver Auseinandersetzung mit wissenschaftlichen
Fragestellungen haben und Interesse an guter Arbeitsatmosphäre, Koordinations-,
Organisations- und Teamfähigkeit besitzen.
Die Universität ist bestrebt, den Anteil von Wissenschaftlerinnen in Forschung und Lehre zu
erhöhen und fordert deshalb entsprechend qualifizierte Frauen nachdrücklich auf, sich zu
bewerben. Frauen werden bei gleichwertiger Eignung, Befähigung und fachlicher Leistung
bevorzugt berücksichtigt. Die Hochschule setzt sich für die Beschäftigung schwer behinderter
Menschen ein. Daher werden schwer behinderte Bewerberinnen und Bewerber bei
entsprechender Eignung bevorzugt berücksichtigt.
Ihre Bewerbung richten sie bitte mit den üblichen Unterlagen bis zum 31. Mai 2009 an:
Professor Dr. Awudu Abdulai, Institut für Ernährungswirtschaft und Verbrauchslehre,
Christian-Albrechts-Universität zu Kiel, Olshausenstr. 40, 24098 Kiel
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11.
EIRENE - Internationaler Christlicher Friedensdienst ist ein ökumenischer Friedens- und
Entwicklungsdienst. EIRENE arbeitet in der nördlichen und südlichen Erdhälfte mit Initiativen
zusammen, die sich für soziale Gerechtigkeit, gewaltfreie Konfliktlösungen und eine
nachhaltige Entwicklung einsetzen.
Im EIRENE-Freiwilligenprogramm werden Freiwillige in Länder Europas, Lateinamerikas und
Afrikas sowie die USA und Kanada entsandt. Die Finanzierung des Programms erfolgt vor
allem über Spenden und Drittmittel von staatlichen, kirchlichen und privaten Gebern. Zur
Unterstützung des Programms suchen wir zum nächst möglichen Zeitpunkt für die
internationale Geschäftsstelle in Neuwied eine/n
Leiter/in des Freiwilligenprogramms
Die Leitung des Freiwilligenprogramms ist verantwortlich für
oKonzeptionelle Weiterentwicklung und Profilierung des Freiwilligenprogramms und
der Arbeit mit Ehrenamtlichen
oWeiterentwicklung der Verfahren und Standards im Freiwilligenprogramm
oEinwerbung von Drittmitteln im Freiwilligenbereich
Zu ihren weiteren Aufgaben gehören
oPersonalführung
oOrganisation von Seminaren und Koordination von Gästebetreuung, Hauslogistik
und Zentrale
oDurchführung von Rückkehrerseminaren
Ihr Profil:
oAbgeschlossenes Fachhochschul- oder Hochschulstudium, zum Beispiel in
Pädagogik, Religionswissenschaften, Theologie oder Kulturwissenschaften
oBerufserfahrung in pädagogischer Arbeit und Seminarorganisation
oErfahrung in der Erarbeitung von Projektanträgen und dem Verfassen von Berichten
oErfahrung in Personalführung
oErfahrung mit Freiwilligendiensten oder in ähnlichen Tätigkeitsfeldern
oAuslandserfahrung und Interesse an internationaler Zusammenarbeit sind erwünscht
oBereitschaft zur gelegentlichen Arbeit am Wochenende
oBereitschaft zu engagierter Mitarbeit in einem christlich-ökumenischen Friedens- und
Entwicklungsdienst
oSie haben Freude an der Gestaltung eines Arbeitsbereiches und richten ihr Handeln
flexibel an den aktuellen Herausforderungen aus.
oSie arbeiten gerne mit unterschiedlichen Menschen zusammen, können sie
motivieren und besitzen ausgeprägte soziale und organisatorische Kompetenzen
oDie gängigen Office-Anwendungen und Datenbanksysteme (Anwenderperspektive)
sind Ihnen geläufig
Sie erwartet: eine vielseitige und herausfordernde Arbeit in einem kreativen und motivierten
Team; Bezahlung nach solidarischem Einheitsgehalt in Anlehnung an BAT Va.
Die Stelle hat einen Umfang von 100%.
Am Donnerstag, 18. Juni 2009, finden die Bewerbungsgespräche statt.
Bewerbungen mit vollständigen Unterlagen (möglichst nicht per email) bis spätestens 8. Juni
2009 an:
EIRENE Internationaler Christlicher Friedensdienst e. V.; z. Hd. Iris Bildhauer; Postfach
1322; 56503 Neuwied
www.eirene.org
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12.
Africa Unit for Transdisciplinary Health Research (AUTHeR)
Faculty of Health Sciences
North-West University
Potchefstroom Campus
Private bag X6001
Potchefstroom
2520
Tel +27 18 299 2095
Fax +27 18 299 2088
POSTDOC FELLOWSHIP, APRIL 2009 - DECEMBER 2011
The Africa Unit for Transdisciplinary Health Research is looking for a suitable candidate for a
postdoctoral position to manage and coordinate a project on bone health of African women.
This is a project nested in the large PURE (Prospective Rural and Urban Epidemiology)
study. This position is available for a period of three years starting on 1st April 2009
(negotiable). The successful candidate will have to comply with the following requirements:
a PhD or equivalent qualification in Physiology, Biochemistry, Nutrition, Nursing or
related subject with knowledge of and an interest in bone metabolism.
the successful candidate should have good communications skills in English.
the successful candidate should have a working knowledge of either SAS or SPSS
statistical programmes.
Ideally the successful candidate should have own transport.
It will be expected from the successful candidate to
participate actively in the planning and execution of the research project
manage and process existing and new data sets
write and prepare papers and draft reports on current and new data
prepare an ethics application and write grant proposals for further funding of the
project
The remuneration per annum is R130 000 (South African Rand). Further information can be
obtained from prof A Kruger, tel +27-18-299-2095, email annamarie.kruger@nwu.ac.za
