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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 position of Head of Communication, Documentation and Information Services (CODIS) is based at ICARDA's headquarters and main research station located 30 km south of Aleppo in Syria, and reports to the Assistant Director General (International Co-operation and Communications). Responsibilities Overall The Head of CODIS will have the overall responsibility for developing and implementing a communications strategy with clear outcomes, and branding of ICARDA, making use of latest ICT technologies. S/he will provide leadership for the activities of a team of over 20 staff members in diverse areas (web design, writing, science editing, publications design and layout, web publishing, printing, library and documentation, and information/knowledge management and dissemination) to promote awareness and impact of ICARDA's work; develop partnerships, networks and alliances; and be responsible for staff development and operational and capital budgets. Specific
Requirements Master's (Ph.D. preferred) degree in agriculture or a related field, or communications or international relations, and at least 10 years of experience at a senior level involving managerial responsibilities, preferably in an international environment; experience in developing countries an advantage; excellent command of written and spoken English; ability to work under pressure, and as a team member with colleagues from different nationalities, cultures and backgrounds; excellent time management and interpersonal skills; attention to detail; excellent ICT knowledge and skills; knowledge of Arabic and/or French highly desirable. Terms of Appointment This is a core position but the initial appointment will be for a probationary period of one year, 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). Application Qualified applicants are invited to send:
(If sending by e-mail, please do not include graphics or other large file attachments.) Quote reference INT-P/8046/08 on application (or in subject line if applying by e-mail). APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications must be received by 30 September 2008 ICARDA is an equal opportunity employer, and encourages applications from women. |
Posted on 24 August 2008