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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 The International Center for Agricultural Research in the Dry Areas (ICARDA) and the International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) are non-profit research 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. IFPRI's mission is contribute to finding sustainable solutions to reduce poverty and end hunger through policy research, capacity strengthening and outreach activities in the developing world. IFPRI has a staff of more than 200 researchers and support personnel representing 49 nationalities. The Position ICARDA and IFPRI seek an agricultural and policy economist for their joint project, "Livelihoods for sustainable land management in Central Asia and China". This is a three-year, fixed-term, non-renewable appointment based at ICARDA headquarters in Aleppo, Syria. The project focuses on technology assessment, livelihood and policy issues in relation to land, water and climate change. Key activities include analysis of land use practices and options and their impact on land degradation, analysis of the livelihood outcomes under existing land use practices, evaluation of the effect of improved land use on livelihood strategies and land quality, and strengthening the capacity to conduct socioeconomic and policy research in the region. The project will likely include climate change modeling. The incumbent will report to the Director of ICARDA's Social, Economic and Policy Research program and to the Director of IFPRI's Environment and Production Technology Division. He/she will be based at ICARDA's headquarters in Aleppo but will spend at least 2 to 3 months per year at IFPRI's headquarters in the United States. This position is funded by the Asian Development Bank (ADB); only citizens of ADB member countries are eligible (for list of ADB member countries, see www.ADB.org). Responsibilities
The Economist will be responsible for timely completion of the project activities, and will be expected to publish research results in refereed journals, and participate in conferences, policy advisory forums, and capacity building activities. Qualifications and Experience: Required qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Terms of Appointment The appointment is for a fixed (non-renewable) three year term, which is the duration of the project. The salary is paid in US dollars. Benefits include housing allowance, paid home leave travel, 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). The successful candidate will be based at ICARDA's headquarters in Aleppo, Syria. 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:
Quote reference INT-P/0902/09 on application (or in subject line if applying by e-mail). APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications must be received by 28 February 2009 We encourage applications from women |
Posted on 19 January 2009