ICRISAT is seeking an innovative, dynamic and
creative Program Director who is a strong believer in partnerships to lead and
manage the CGIAR Research Program on Dryland Cereals.
The Consultative Group for International
Agriculture Research (CGIAR) Research Program on Dryland Cereals (CRP 3.6) will
focus on four staple cereals (barley, finger millet, pearl millet, and sorghum)
that are of particular significance to smallholder farmers, especially women,
in marginal dryland environments of Africa and Asia. The program will enhance
the use of genetic resources and breeding efficiency, produce high yielding
varieties with resistances to major biotic and abiotic stresses, improve crop
management to reduce yield gaps, and improve systems to deliver new technologies
into the hands of smallholders. The CRP is a global partnership among the CGIAR
Centers ICRISAT (Lead Center) and ICARDA, plus and an array of principal
partners including ICAR, India; AREEO, Iran; IRD and CIRAD, France; INTSORMIL,
USA; and the Generation Challenge Program. See details at
www.icrisat.org/icrisat-crp.htm.
Agriculture Research (CGIAR) Research Program on Dryland Cereals (CRP 3.6) will
focus on four staple cereals (barley, finger millet, pearl millet, and sorghum)
that are of particular significance to smallholder farmers, especially women,
in marginal dryland environments of Africa and Asia. The program will enhance
the use of genetic resources and breeding efficiency, produce high yielding
varieties with resistances to major biotic and abiotic stresses, improve crop
management to reduce yield gaps, and improve systems to deliver new technologies
into the hands of smallholders. The CRP is a global partnership among the CGIAR
Centers ICRISAT (Lead Center) and ICARDA, plus and an array of principal
partners including ICAR, India; AREEO, Iran; IRD and CIRAD, France; INTSORMIL,
USA; and the Generation Challenge Program. See details at
www.icrisat.org/icrisat-crp.htm.
The Position
The CRP Program Director will report to the
Director General, ICRISAT/Chair of the CRP 3.6 Steering Committee, and will be
based at ICRISAT’s Headquarters in Patancheru, near Hyderabad, Andhra
Pradesh, India. The position is for an initial three-year period with the
opportunity for renewal based on performance and availability of funding.
Director General, ICRISAT/Chair of the CRP 3.6 Steering Committee, and will be
based at ICRISAT’s Headquarters in Patancheru, near Hyderabad, Andhra
Pradesh, India. The position is for an initial three-year period with the
opportunity for renewal based on performance and availability of funding.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop a clear and shared vision for CRP 3.6
among all partners and stakeholders and communicate this vision to all
stakeholders. - Provide intellectual leadership to, and
coordinate implementation of, the CRP. - Develop strong partnerships among
participating centers, partners and other stakeholders. - Represent the CRP in international for a to
ensure that the Dryland Cereals program is highly visible and strongly
supported by investors and other stakeholders. - Guide fundraising efforts for the DRYLAND
CEREALS CRP together with the Centers and other partners. - Ensure that the CRP has well developed and
articulated gender and capacity strengthening strategies, defined work
plans, clear deliverables, and that the CRP meets its programmatic and
financial targets.
The Person
- Demonstrated leadership qualities and track
record in leading multicultural and multi-disciplinary teams and building
partnerships for collaborative and cross-cutting research. - At least 10 years of relevant experience,
including research management experience, in an international,
multi-disciplinary, and multi-cultural environment. - PhD degree in a relevant discipline with a
broad perspective on dryland agriculture in the developing world and
across the research for development agenda. - Proven fund-raising record.
- Demonstrated commitment to gender equity and
diversity. - Excellent written and oral communication
skills in English.
Employment Conditions
Employment contract will be for an initial
three-year term. Salary will be internationally competitive, paid in US
dollars, and commensurate with experience. ICRISAT provides additional
benefits, including employer-paid medical, life and disability insurance and
retirement benefits. Allowances toward hardship, relocation, housing, home
leave travel, dependent children’s education and annual leave are also provided.
ICRISAT provides a collegial and supportive working environment, which allows
space for personal and professional growth.
three-year term. Salary will be internationally competitive, paid in US
dollars, and commensurate with experience. ICRISAT provides additional
benefits, including employer-paid medical, life and disability insurance and
retirement benefits. Allowances toward hardship, relocation, housing, home
leave travel, dependent children’s education and annual leave are also provided.
ICRISAT provides a collegial and supportive working environment, which allows
space for personal and professional growth.
How to apply
Applicants should apply on or before 31 January
2013 by email, sending a letter of motivation, a full Curriculum Vitae, and
the names and contact information of three references that are knowledgeable of
the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience to:
icrisatjobs@cgiar.org. The reference name of the position (Director,
CRP-Dryland Cereals) should be clearly marked on the subject line of the email
message. All applications will be acknowledged, however only short listed
candidates will be contacted.
2013 by email, sending a letter of motivation, a full Curriculum Vitae, and
the names and contact information of three references that are knowledgeable of
the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience to:
icrisatjobs@cgiar.org. The reference name of the position (Director,
CRP-Dryland Cereals) should be clearly marked on the subject line of the email
message. All applications will be acknowledged, however only short listed
candidates will be contacted.
Learn more about CGIAR and ICRISAT by accessing web
site at www.cgiar.org and www.icrisat.org
site at www.cgiar.org and www.icrisat.org
ICRISAT is an equal opportunity employer and is
especially interested in increasing the participation of women on its staff.
ICRISAT has a flexible approach to international appointments and welcomes
dual-career couples.
especially interested in increasing the participation of women on its staff.
ICRISAT has a flexible approach to international appointments and welcomes
dual-career couples.
