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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 This position involves conducting research and training in groundwater and surface hydrology in cooperation with researchers in developing countries and advanced institutions in the dry areas and the world. The responsibilities contribute to the improvement of the sustainable and productive use of water resources in agriculture and have a direct impact on the livelihoods of resource-poor rural communities. The position is part of the Integrated Water and Land Management Program (IWLMP), but the specialist will work in inter-disciplinary teams with water management, irrigation, agronomy, soil, crop, socio economic, and livestock scientists on strategic and applied research problems. He/she will also be expected to cooperate in, and to lead, the development of research proposals for donor funding. The position will be based at ICARDA's headquarters in Aleppo, Syria with activities conducted at ICARDA's collaborative sites in the dry areas. Qualifications and Experience
Terms of Appointment The appointment will be for an initial period of two years, with the first year being a probationary period, 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). 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:
(If sending by e-mail, please do not include graphics or other large file attachments) Quote reference INT-P/8387/09 on the application (or in subject line if applying by e-mail) APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications must be received by 31 October 2009 ICARDA is an equal opportunity employer, and encourages applications from women. Applications will be acknowledged, but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted |
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Posted on 17 September 2009