Back Breeding Operation Support Specialist CIMMYT

Reference number: 202378
Job status: In-progress
Job category: Local Position
Duty station: Nairobi, Kenya
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CIFOR-ICRAF
The Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR) and World Agroforestry (ICRAF) envision a more equitable world where trees in all landscapes, from drylands to the humid tropics, enhance the environment and well-being for all. CIFOR and ICRAF are non-profit science institutions that build and apply evidence to today’s most pressing challenges, including energy insecurity and the climate and biodiversity crises. Over a combined total of 65 years, we have built vast knowledge on forests and trees outside of forests in agricultural landscapes (agroforestry). Using a multidisciplinary approach, we seek to improve lives and to protect and restore ecosystems. Our work focuses on innovative research, partnering for impact, and engaging with stakeholders on policies and practices to benefit people and the planet. Founded in 1993 and 1978, CIFOR and ICRAF are members of CGIAR, a global research partnership for a food secure future dedicated to reducing poverty, enhancing food and nutrition security, and improving natural resources. CIFOR-ICRAF is looking for a

Breeding Operation Support Specialist CIMMYT

Overview This position will support CGIAR and national agriculture research system (NARS) Institutions to improve their breeding operations.

Duties and responsibilities

1. Lead capacity development initiatives in the region to increase adoption of T&N services, improve effectiveness of T&N services.

2. Provide first support to customers of T&N services.

3. Connecting customers with specialists (consultants, engineers, etc..).

4. Supporting CGIAR/NARES breeding Networks, centers, and research stations to improve Trialing & Nursery operations by:

· Support the development of CAPEX investment plan/proposals.

5. Ensure CGIAR/NARES breeding networks will have access to shared services in the scope of T&N, such as:

· High-throughput Phenotyping

· Engineering services

· Agronomic support

6. Visit CGIAR/NARES research stations and identify gaps and opportunities to improve adoption of T&N services.

7. Implement T&N projects in the region (pilots, infrastructure projects managed by T&N, etc.

Requirements

Education, knowledge and experience • Degree in the field of plant science, agronomy, agriculture engineering.
• +5 years’ experience in plant breeding, breeding operations, or operations management in agriculture sector
• Relevant experience in agriculture sector
• Strong knowledge of mechanization technologies, irrigation systems, and farm equipment.

Terms and conditions • This is a Locally Recruited Staff (LRS) position and on competitive remuneration in local currency, commensurate with skills and experience.
• The appointment will be for a period of two (2) years, inclusive of a six-month probationary period, with the possibility of extension contingent upon performance, continued relevance of the position and available resources.
• The duty station will be in Nairobi, Kenya.

Application process The application deadline is 02 Jan 2024
We will acknowledge all applications, but will contact only short-listed candidates.

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