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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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Capacity Development Unit (CDU)
Aleppo, Syria |
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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 headquarter's programs, ICARDA operates throughout the non-tropical dry areas through regional programs and country offices. The Position ICARDA has an immediate vacancy for the Head of the Capacity Development Unit (CDU). From its inception, ICARDA has played an active role in enhancing the research capacity of its national partners through both formal and informal training activities. Over 16,300 scientists and 583 post-graduate students from 100 countries have benefited from training opportunities offered by ICARDA. ICARDA's capacity development and training program contributes to the Center's joint research programs and responds to the needs and priorities of the National Agricultural Research Systems (NARS). The training includes post-graduate degree training (MSc and PhD), specialized non-degree courses, individual training, and on-site training of NARS' scientists. The training is provided through group courses and demonstrations given in classrooms, fields and/or laboratories, or through supervised programs for individual trainees. Courses are carried out at ICARDA's headquarters in Syria, or at regional or country levels. Training tools also include ICT and multimedia. New training approaches such as distant learning and innovative methodoligies for upgrading the capacities of farmers, and assuring participatory knowledge sharing and dissemination, will receive priority focus in the newly re-oriented Unit. Duties and Responsibilities The incumbent will be based at ICARDA headquarters in Aleppo, Syria. He/ she will report directly to the Assistant Director General for International Cooperation and Communication, will ensure full integration of training into the Center's research programs, and oversee the smooth and effective functioning of the Unit. The Head will develop annual training programs, and enhance the Center's partnership with NARS, other CGIAR centers, and developing and developed country universities and training institutes. The specific tasks of the Head will be to:
Qualifications and Competencies
Terms of Appointment The appointment will be for an initial period of two years at a Professional Level (P), renewable thereafter on an annual basis. The salary is paid in US dollars. Benefits include a 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. 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 also runs a Sports and Social Club for the staff. Application Qualified applicants are invited to send:
Note: 1- If sending by e-mail, please do not include graphics or other large file attachments 2- Quote reference INT-P/8227/09 on the application (or in subject line if applying by e-mail) APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications must be received by 30 July 2009 ICARDA is an equal opportunity employer, and encourages applications from women Applications will be acknowledged, but only short listed candidates will be contacted |
Posted on 16 June 2009