ATSAF - Job News 18-2008
July 04, 2008.
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1. ICARDA, Assistant Director General
2. ICARDA, SENIOR BIOMETRICIAN
3. ICARDA, IRRIGATION AND WATER MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST
4. ICARDA, Lentil Breeder
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1.
Assistant Director General
International Cooperation and Communication
ICARDA, 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
The Assistant Director General for International Cooperation and Communication (ADG-ICC)
reports directly to the Director General and is responsible for strategic resource mobilization,
external relations with the Center´s partners and donors, and oversight of the Center´s
outreach program. He/she will also provide leadership and direction to the Center´s regional
coordinators and country managers, the Resource Mobilization and Project Development
Unit, the Communications and Public Awareness Unit and the Capacity Development Unit.
He/she will be a member of the Executive Committee of ICARDA and will work in close
collaboration with the other members of the committee, including the Deputy Director
General for Research and the Assistant Director General for Corporate Services.
Specifically, the ADG-ICC will be responsible for:
International Cooperation and Outreach Program:
· Develop an international cooperation and public awareness strategy.
· Maintain and promote relations with national research programs in the countries with
which ICARDA collaborates and with other partners.
· Serve as ICARDA´s primary point of contact with national partners through visits,
coordination meetings, development of collaborative agreements, etc.
· Identify opportunities for collaboration and develop collaborative activities and
projects with NARS.
· Oversee and coordinate ICARDA´s activities aimed at strengthening of NARS
partners through capacity building, training and institutional development.
· Provide leadership to ICARDA´s outreach program and define and strengthen the
role of the Center´s regional offices in project management, collaboration with national
partners, resource mobilization and public awareness.
· Assist in developing policies and procedures related to international cooperation and
the operations of ICARDA´s outreach programs.
· Ensure effective functioning of ICARDA´s research continuum from headquarters to
outreach by providing feedback from regional offices and national programs to ICARDA´s
research programs and facilitating and monitoring the joint implementation of collaborative
projects.
· Work with the DDG-Research in implementing ICARDA´s Strategic Plan
Resource Mobilization and Donor Relations:
· Develop a resource mobilization and donor relations strategy
· Develop appropriate in-house policies and procedures to support resource
mobilization.
· Assist the Director General in mobilizing funding from various sources and develop a
broader donor base to maintain and expand funding for the Center
· Serve as ICARDA´s primary point of contact for donors and build donor interest and
support through global promotion of ICARDA´s activities and achievements.
· Develop and oversee a communications and public awareness strategy that
effectively supports the Center´s resource mobilization objectives.
· Work closely with the DDG-Research in identifying priority areas to be funded.
· Develop innovative approaches to mobilizing resources, identify new sources of
funding and develop specific strategies and operational plans to target different funding
sources.
· Contribute to resource mobilization by exploring opportunities for funding and
notifying the Directorate and staff of such opportunities.
· Oversee and monitor the development of projects and grant proposals and
followup with donors.
· Strengthen and coordinate reporting of results and achievements to donors and
stakeholders.
· Monitor progress in resource mobilization.
Qualifications and Experience
Earned Ph.D. in agriculture or other related subject; a minimum of 10 years experience in
agricultural research and development, preferably in the dry areas, and at least five years
international experience in a leadership position; proven experience in donor relations,
communications, resource mobilization and project management; demonstrated ability to
communicate and work effectively with cooperating organizations and institutions; excellent
communication skills and fluency in spoken and written English. Knowledge of Arabic and/or
French will 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 relocation, housing allowance, paid
annual 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), which has an international baccalaureate
program.
Living in Syria
ICARDA´s headquarters are situated 30 km south of Aleppo, Syria´s second largest city and a
world heritage site. 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. Aleppo has an international airport served by major international
airlines. All ICARDA staff lives within the city of Aleppo. The Center has its own sports and
social club, located on the same site as the international school, which offers various sports
facilities and social rooms. Syria is an extremely safe country in which to live and work and
the level of personal security is very high. Many of ICARDA´s internationally recruited
personnel are long-term residents accompanied by their families.
Application
Qualified applicants are invited to send:
1) a cover letter of interest, including recent salary history,
2) curriculum vitae,
2) names, addresses, fax numbers and e-mail addresses of three professional
referees, and
3) photocopies (non-returnable) of other relevant supporting documents,
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/8082/08 on the application (or in the subject line if applying by e-
mail).
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications must be received by 10 August 2008 or until suitable
candidates are identified.
ICARDA is an equal opportunity employer, and encourages applications from women.
29 June 2008
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2.
SENIOR BIOMETRICIAN
Computer and Biometrics Services Unit
The Organization
ICARDA is a non-profit international agricultural research center in a worldwide consortium of
15 centers, supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research
(CGIAR). The CGIAR is co-sponsored by the World Bank, the Food and Agriculture
Organization of the United Nations (FAO), the International Fund for Agricultural
Development (IFAD), and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). With a staff
of over 400 scientists and support personnel, representing more than 45 nationalities,
ICARDA addresses two key areas of agricultural research: germplasm improvement (cereals
and legumes) and natural resource management. The Center has a global mandate for
barley, lentil and faba bean improvement, and a regional mandate for the improvement of
wheat, chickpea and forage and pasture legumes. A major emphasis is placed on the
conservation and management of land and water, and improved productivity of small
ruminants in integrated farming systems in dry areas. The Center´s research and training
programs are implemented in partnership with national programs and, in most cases, with
other CGIAR centers as well as advanced research institutes in both developing and
industrialized countries.
The Position
ICARDA has an immediate vacancy for the position of a Senior Biometrician. The Senior
Biometrician reports directly to the Head, Computer and Biometrics Services Unit. The
principal duty of the Senior Biometrician is to work closely with the Center´s scientists to
assist them in the design and analysis of their experiments and surveys, as well as making
important contribution to training of National Agricultural Research Systems (NARS)
scientists. The incumbent is expected to make significant contribution to scientific
publications and to the statistical robustness of scientists´ publications.
Duties and Responsibilities
· Assists ICARDA scientists in the planning, design, analysis and interpretation of
results of a broad range of agricultural field and fieldrelated trials and surveys
· Develops an effective biometrics and computing biometrics services through the
implementation of advanced applied statistical techniques
· Coordinates for continuously improving biometrics software resources, testing and
evaluating new software and recommending new acquisitions of software packages
· Provides support on Bioinformatics to scientists
· Plans and conducts biometrics training programmers for both ICARDA´s scientists
and scientists from the national agricultural research programmers
· Participates in the preparation of operational and strategic plans of the CBSU
· Reviews statistically scientific manuscripts
· Supervises the activities of the Scientific Software Engineer
· Assists the CBSU Head in other tasks as requested
Qualifications and Experience:
· Earned PhD degree in statistics;
· Broad training in biometrics and statistical computing
· Minimum of 10 years experience in biometrics and statistical computer software, with
at least three years of experience in agricultural biometrics
· Excellent knowledge of statistical software
· Excellent command of English
Terms of Appointment
The appointment will be for an initial period of 2 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, with a recent photo
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/8023/08 on the application (or in the subject line if applying by e-
mail).
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications must be received by 7 August 2008
ICARDA is an equal opportunity employer, and encourages applications from women.
30 June 2008
__________________________________________
3.
IRRIGATION AND WATER MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST
Organization
ICARDA is a non-profit international agricultural research center in a worldwide consortium of
15 centers, supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research
(CGIAR). The CGIAR is co-sponsored by the World Bank, the Food and Agriculture
Organization of the United Nations (FAO), the International Fund for Agricultural
Development (IFAD), and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). With a staff
of over 400 scientists and support personnel, representing more than 40 nationalities,
ICARDA addresses two key areas of agricultural research: germplasm improvement (cereals
and legumes) and natural resource management. The Center has a global mandate for
barley, lentil and faba bean improvement, and a regional mandate for the improvement of
wheat, chickpea and forage and pasture legumes. A major emphasis is placed on the
sustainable management of water and land resources, improved water productivity, and
improved productivity of small ruminants in integrated farming systems in dry areas. The
Center´s research and training programs are implemented in partnership with national
programs and, in most cases, with other CGIAR centers as well as advanced research
institutes in both developing and industrialized countries. More information can be found in
the center web site below.
The Position
Water is a scarce natural resource in the dry areas. With population increase, changes in
patterns of food consumption and improved living standards, the demand for water in the dry
areas is increasing. The share of water for agricultural use is, therefore, decreasing due to
competition and increased allocation to domestic and industrial uses. Thus, there is a need
for improvements in the efficiency of water use in agriculture. This is a major aim of the water
research group of ICARDA. The group is part of the Integrated Water and Land Management
Program (IWLMP) and is conducting integrated research to improve water productivity at the
plant, the field, the farm and the basin levels while at the same time protecting the resource
and the sustainability agroecosystems. Capacity building of NARS and out and up scaling of
research outputs using innovative methods are important features of the program.
As part of this effort ICARDA is seeking an Irrigation and Water Management Specialist to
research and promote efficient, productive and sustainable use of scarce water resources in
irrigated and rainfed agricultural production systems. He/she will work with a multidisciplinary
research team at IWLMP and other research programs of ICARDA to develop strategies,
methodologies and technologies that can be adapted and adopted by the farmers in the dry
areas. The main activities of the position include:
1. Conducting research to promote the optimal use of rainfall and other water resources
in supplemental irrigation and water harvesting systems; and
2. developing viable options for improved irrigated agricultural systems to sustainably
maximize water productivity.
3. contribute to enhancement of the human capaity of NARS associated with water and
irrigation management.
In addition, the position will contribute to a larger group of experts focusing on areas of
agronomy, soils, hydrology, germplasm and marginal-quality water by interacting closely with
teams of scientists based at ICARDA, NARS and other centres of the CGIAR. There will be
opportunities to interact with other water specialists worldwide as part of the global challenge
to use water more efficiently and with other specialists who are developing and implementing
integrated approaches to natural resource management. The position will be expected to
contribute to the fund raising and public awareness activities of the Center by developing
research proposals and public awareness materials.
The position will be based at ICARDA´s headquarters in Aleppo, Syria with activities
conducted at ICARDA´s collaborative sites in the dry areas.
Qualifications and Experience
1. Earned PhD degree in irrigation science/engineering, agriculutral water
management, or soil-water-plant relations,
2. At least 5 years of post PhD experience, part of which at international level, of
managing water resources and irrigation field research especially with NARS and farmers.
3. Strong background in dry areas agriculture with demonstrated capacity for producing
high science quality and ablility to use models of soil-water-plant-atmospheric relations and
principles to research the improvement of crop water productivity.
4. Fluency in written and spoken English is essential where knowledge of Arabic and/or
French language and of GIS and remote sensing is desirable.
5. Knowledge of participatory research methodologies and a proven ability to work in
multi-cultural teams will 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 are 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:
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, with a recent photo
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/0313/08 on the application (or in the subject line if applying by e-
mail).
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications must be received by 24 July 2008
ICARDA is an equal opportunity employer, and encourages applications from women.
29 June 2008
__________________________________________
4.
Lentil Breeder
Aleppo, Syria
The Organization
The International Center for Agricultural Research in the Dry Areas (ICARDA) is a non-profit
international agricultural research center, one of 15 centers worldwide, supported by the
Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR). The CGIAR is co-
sponsored by the World Bank, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
(FAO), the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), and the United Nations
Development Programme (UNDP). ICARDA has a staff of over 400 scientists and support
personnel, representing more than 45 nationalities. Research addresses germplasm
improvement (cereals and legumes) and natural resource management. The Center has a
global mandate for barley, lentil and faba bean improvement, and a regional mandate for the
improvement of wheat, chickpea and forage and pasture legumes. A major emphasis is
placed on the conservation and management of land and water, and improved productivity of
small ruminants in integrated farming systems in dry areas. The Center´s research and
training programs are implemented in partnership with national programs and, in most cases,
with other CGIAR centers as well as advanced research institutes in both developing and
industrialized countries.
The Position
ICARDA holds the world´s largest collection of lentil germplasm and has a vigorous pre-
breeding program exploiting this variability. The breeding program is based at ICARDA
headquarters in Aleppo, Syria, with close links to national programs. ICARDA is seeking a
lentil breeder to manage its breeding program.
The main responsibilities include:
· Responsibility for leading the lentil breeding program at ICARDA
· Maintenance of lentil breeding activities in partnership with national programs and
advanced research institutes
· Conduct of original research on lentils and publication of results
· Cooperation with scientists in other disciplines such as pathology, biotechnology,
agronomy and socio-economics in food legume research
· Participation in setting the Center´s priorities in lentil research.
· Providing training in lentil breeding to NARS scientists, including provision of training
materials
· Development of research proposals for potential donors and of technical research
reports
· Representing ICARDA on lentil 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
· PhD in plant breeding;
· A minimum of 5 years experience in research and training, preferably on food
legumes;
· Ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary and multicultural environment and to
establish good working relationships with scientists in national programs;
· Fluency and good communication skills in written and spoken English;
· Willingness to undertake considerable international travel
Desirable Qualifications and Competencies
· Work experience in developing countries;
· Experience in aspects of biotechnology, particularly the application of marker
assisted selection;
· Knowledge of Arabic, or a second language such as French.
Terms of Appointment
The appointment will be for an initial period of three years (including one year´s probation),
renewable thereafter annually. 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
ICARDA´s headquarters is situated in a rural setting 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:
4) A 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/8506/08 on the application (or in the subject line if applying by e-
mail).
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications must be received by 7 August 2008
ICARDA is an equal opportunity employer, and encourages applications from women.
3 July 2008
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