ICRAF Vacancies
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About our organizationThe World Agroforestry Centre (also known as the International Centre for Research in Agroforestry or ICRAF) is an independent research institution which generates science-based knowledge about the complex role trees play in agricultural landscapes and rural livelihoods.
As part of the Centre’s work to bring tree-based solutions to bear on poverty and environmental problems, researchers – working in close collaboration with partners – are developing new technologies, tools and policy recommendations for increased food security and ecosystem health.
The Centre’s headquarters are located in Nairobi, Kenya, and research is conducted in more than 30 countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America.
We are supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR) and receive funding from over 50 different donors.
1. Posting title: Post Doctoral Fellow - USAID Project
Designation: Post Doctoral Fellow - USAID Project
Job opening ID: 146
Department; SD6 – Climate Change
Job Summary
The incumbent will report to the Head of the Climate Change Unit and will contribute primarily to the Comart project (ca. 2 months per year) and the USAID-DCHA project (ca. 9 months per year).
In addition, the incumbent is expected to contribute to the unit in agreement with the supervisor and in accordance to the needs of the unit.
These duties can include, but may not be restricted to, fundraising, training scientific and other staff, preparation of policy briefs and other publishable material in addition to scientific articles.
Deadline: 24th Feb 2015
Number of positions: 1
Job type: Full time
Location: Nairobi
Country :Kenya
Posted on: 01/30/2015
Job Category: Post Doctoral Fellow
Roles and responsibilities
Comart Project in Kisumu
1) Project design:
Draw on experience and design a draft strategy
Design of overall project strategy
Design of outreach strategy
Design of project activities
Design of feedback loops
Focal point for discussion and joint decision-making with relevant stakeholders
Preparation of final project strategy paper2) Implementation management and oversight:
Step-by-step planning with project implementers on the ground
Primary contact person for project implementers
Focal point for communication between different stakeholders of the project
Review and approval of activity reporting to external partners3) Continuous monitoring and evaluation
Design of standardized reporting format for field activities and achievement indicators
Set-up and management of database documenting field activities and achievement indicators
Lead authorship of annual reportsUSAID-DCHA in East and West Africa
1) Overall project management
Joint leadership in overall design of the study outlines
Joint composition of proposal submitted to external partner
Management of the team of researchers, including management and reporting of team meetings
Coordination and synchronization of individual research activities
Overall responsibility to keep the research team on track within defined deadlines
Overall responsibility to deliver outputs on time
Advise senior project management on necessary interventions, such as hiring staff2) Internal and external communication
Primary contact person for all stakeholders
Focal point for internal communication between all levels of stakeholders
Joint organization of higher-level stakeholder meetings
Main responsibility for activity reporting to external partners (in collaboration with the SD6 Communications officer)3) Joint research design and implementation
Collaborative research design with other members of the team according to defined action plan
Individual and joint field research
Individual and joint data analysis and reporting
Individual and joint composition of policy briefs and scientific articles
Organization of stakeholder platforms at various levelsOther Duties and Responsibilities
Other duties may be assigned by the supervisor in agreement with the incumbent. Skill set
PhD in social sciences (political science, sociology, anthropology, gender studies or similar); an MS is acceptable provided there is sufficient field experience and a clear indication of an advanced stage in pursuit of a PhD.
Professional and scientific experience in climate change and natural resource management
Professional experience in field research in developing countries
Five years of experience in design, implementation and documentation of individual and joint research projects
Ability to work in a multicultural and multilingual workplace; recognition of differences in norms, practices and beliefs
Autonomy in organization and implementation of work plans
Ability and flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances and requirements
Ability to work in a team: in a leading/guiding position, with colleagues on the same level, with superiors
Excellent communication skills
Fluency in English and French (Kiswahili or other local languages are an advantage)
Determination to overcome obstacles and strong self motivation are essentialWork experience 5 years
Duty station Nairobi, Kenya
For more information and job application details, see; Post-Doctoral Fellow – USAID Project
2. Department: Partnerships & Impact Directorate
Posting title: Administrative Officer Partnerships and Impact Directorate
Job opening ID: 147
Designation: Administrative Officer
Job Summary:
Responsible for delivering consistently high-quality administration for Partnerships & Impact Directorate activities.
Deadline : 16th Feb 2015
Number of positions: 1
Job type: Full time
Location: Nairobi
Country :Kenya
Posted on: 01/30/2015
Job Category: Nationally Recruited Staff
Roles and responsibilities
General Administration
Support and coordinate major partnerships events promoting ICRAF's research and development agenda
Support the Assistant Director General-Partnerships & Impact (ADG-P&ID) in the management of calendar, budget and meeting support
Schedule and manage partners’ visits to the ADG-P&ID
In consultation with HRU, prepare contracts of employment for both regular and other staff in the P&ID
Oversee office operations to ensure a smooth workflow. Liaise with the operations units of ICRAF for various support services as required
Supports operations by planning, organizing, and implementing administrative systems.Programme Administration
Oversee and manage the capital assets of the ADG-P&ID
Coordinate weekly and Directorate quarterly meetings
Organize SD/Regions consultative meetings as required
Archive records and documents pertinent to the work of the partners in the Directorate
Ensure that information disseminated is complete, accurate, on time and logical.Workshops & Travel
Provide a leadership role in organizing logistics for workshops, meetings, and events and taking minutes of meetings
Handle travel bookings, requests and expense claims for P&ID staff in liaison with the ICRAF travel office and finance unit
Make payments and account for workshop expenses
Book meeting facilitiesSupport to Board of Trustee (BoT) Committees and Secretariat
Support the compilation of Nominations committee recommendations, decisions, action and follow up with the BoT Secretariat
Correspondence and rescheduling of all nominations committee activitiesSupport management of partnerships and partners
Communication, agreements, database, hosted institutions, other records
Links with ICRAF Alumni Association
Follow through on partnership audit recommendations
Support staff of units (SDLs, RCs etc.), seeking partnership contacts
Support Communications Consultant and Program Officer in preparation of articles for publication on P&ID website and Transformations to increase P&ID visibility
Follow up on regional requests for approvals for MoUs and other partnership agreements
Solicit information from other units, SDs, regions for sharing with partnersSkill set
Bachelor of Business Administration/Social Degree or relevant degree
A Post-graduate Diploma in Project Management will be an added advantage.
At least three (3) years of relevant project/administrative work experience in a closely related field gained from an international organisation.
Good understanding of budgeting and financial management procedures
Ability to write in a clear and concise manner and to communicate effectively orally
Proficient in following up issues and meeting resolutions
Proficient in taking notes and minutes
Proficiency in database applications and MS Office suite
Exceptional attention to detail
Team player and good interpersonal skills
Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.Duty station: Nairobi, Kenya
For more information and job application details, see; Administrative Officer Partnerships and Impact Directorate
3. Posting title: Senior Officer Fellowships (AWARD)
Designation: Senior Officer Fellowships (AWARD)
Job opening ID ;142
Department: AWARD
Deadline: 6th Feb 2015
Number of positions: 1
Job type: Full time
Location: Nairobi
Country: Kenya
Posted on: 12/17/2014
Job Category: Regionally Recruited Staff
Job Summary
To provide oversight and strategic direction of AWARD’s Fellowship program.
The AWARD project is implemented in partnership with an extensive network of implementation partners.
These partners include research networks and several of Africa’s National Agricultural Research Organizations (NAROs), together with specialized training/development providers.
Roles and responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities
Provide strategic leadership to AWARD’s Fellowship initiatives including smooth implementation of all fellowship activities.
Plan and coordinate Fellowship selection process, from call for applications to final selection and acceptance of new fellows.
Plan and manage the day-to-day delivery of the AWARD Fellowship activities to world-class standards.
Overall management of the fellowship cycle and calendar.
Communicate with fellows’ (mentors and mentees) with regard to the fellowship participation.
Provide standards for service delivered and ensure timely and accurate reporting of all fellowship activities as per requirements.
Advise the Deputy Director, Programs and the AWARD Director of any need to modify the content/delivery of AWARD Fellowship.
Review the effectiveness and efficiency of systems, procedures, etc. and recommend and execute corrective actions for improvement of services and products.
Track and maintain a database of the fellowship activities and uptake by participants.
Manage, guide and supervise consultants engaged in the fellowship delivery.Mentoring
Identify mentors for AWARD Fellows, match fellows to mentors, track progress of mentoring relationships in close collaboration with the M&E team.
Serve as a resource person and sounding board for mentoring relationships.
Coordinate mentoring orientation workshops for AWARD and partner institutions.Training and Leadership
Support fellows/mentors to identify suitable courses within the fellowship package.Science
Support fellows/mentors identify suitable science courses, advanced science training placements, and professional organizations.
Progress Monitoring
Tracking numbers and reporting on the AWARD Fellowship in close collaboration with M&E
Organize country and sub-regional progress monitoring eventsOthers
Project proposal and fundraising for fellowship related activities
Provide regular management reports (progress against fellowship objectives, finance; staffing; other issues)
Represent AWARD in meetings and forums with a view of building and strengthening partnerships with relevant sub-regional, Africa-wide, and international stakeholders in ARD.Skill set
Essential Qualifications
MSc in agriculture or related field
Computer skills
A minimum of 8 years of relevant professional experience
Fluent in both English and French
Experience and comfort working in Francophone Africa
Experience in project management
Ability to communicate effectively with different target audiences including African agricultural scientists, leaders of African ARD institutions, etc.
The ability to network with ARD stakeholders and research institutions on a regional and global scale
Impeccable communication and writing skills
Good understanding of ARD landscape in Africa
Advocacy, proposal writing, and negotiation skills
Have excellent planning, organizational and time management skills
Experience of International Organization particularly in Non-Profit Organization
Ability to work as part of a diverse and high functioning team
A willingness to travel across Africa.Work experience: 8years
Duty station: Nairobi
For more information and job application details, see; Senior Officer Fellowships (AWARD)
4. Posting title: Protocol Assistant Partnerships and Impact Directorate
Designation : Protocol Assistant Partnerships and Impact Directorate
Job opening ID: 145
Department: Partnerships, Capacity Development & Impact
ICRAF’s GLOBAL mandate.
Deadline: 5th Feb 2015
Number of positions: 1
Job type:Full time
Location: Nairobi
Country: Kenya
Posted on: 01/16/2015
Job Category : Nationally Recruited Staff
Job Summary
Assist in providing protocol and advisory services to the Centre and its constituents;
Assist in maintaining and updating information on composition of Government, Diplomatic missions, delegations, governmental and non-governmental bodies and other constituents of the Centre;
Under direction of the protocol officer, receives, evaluates and processes requests for diplomatic privileges and immunities (both for the Centre and International Staff);
Assist in processing work permits for staff & dependents, diplomatic IDs & Driving licenses
for International staff;
Assist in processing motor vehicle registration, disposal, de-registration, staff driving licenses;
Assist in visas processing and update the Centre on any changes in visa status from the host country;
Other related activities which may arise from time to time in support ofRoles and responsibilities
Assist in providing protocol and advisory services to the Centre and its constituents;
Assist in maintaining and updating information on composition of Government, Diplomatic missions, delegations, governmental and non-governmental bodies and other constituents of the Centre;
Under direction of the protocol officer, receives, evaluates and processes requests for diplomatic privileges and immunities (both for the Centre and International Staff);
Assist in processing work permits for staff & dependents, diplomatic IDs & Driving licenses
for International staff;
Assist in processing motor vehicle registration, disposal, de-registration, staff driving licenses;
Assist in visas processing and update the Centre on any changes in visa status from the host country;
Other related activities which may arise from time to time in support of ICRAF’s GLOBAL mandate.Skill set
BSc or BA degree from a recognized University
Certified protocol qualification is an added advantage
At least 4 years’ experience of work in senior administration/public relations in government or private industry.
Wide experience and knowledge of Government of Kenya policies, working methods and practices
Knowledge of GOK protocol, immigration, customs and excise processes and procedures
Ability to function in cross-cultural and multi-disciplinary environments and knowledge of an international organization would be a definite asset
Excellent command of English is essential. Knowledge of French would be an asset
Effective communication skills
Proficiency in the use of MS Office
Interpersonal and people management skills
Good analytical decision making and problem solving
Excellent record keeping skills
Ability to interact with staff at all levels.Work experience: 4 years
Duty station: Nairobi, Kenya
For more information and job application details, see; Protocol Assistant Partnerships and Impact Directorate
