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V A C A N C Y A N N O U N C E M E N T INTERNATIONAL CENTER FOR AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH IN THE DRY AREAS P.O. Box 5466, Aleppo, Syria Phone: (963-21) 2213433, 2213477, 2225112, 2225012 Fax: (963-21) 2213490, 2225105; E-mail: ICARDA-JOBS@CGIAR.ORG Website: www.icarda.org |
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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
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:
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. |
Posted on 14 May 2009