Avis de recrutement : IRRI recrute un(e) Scientifique – Agronome de système et coordinateur de projet Mise en œuvre du projet, gestion résiliente au climat, diffusion/développement de la mise à l’échelle en Inde.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Roles and Responsibilities

  • Strategically lead developmental projects such as APART project and plan for implementation and monitoring of project activities in Assam including 1) Development and review annual work and budget plans based on program objectives to define the team activities, plan specific outputs and milestones in coordination with the program management unit; 2) Act as the Operational Head for Assam-APART project staff from IRRI as the host organization to manage the operational; 3) Coordinate with ARIAS society, Word Bank team and other implementing partners for successful implementation of the project
  • Development of novel, sustainable and climate-resilient management practices and farming systems for northeastern Regions that boost and sustain production and income. This may involve the shift from transplanting to direct seeding, novel mechanization options, introduction of new stress-tolerant varieties and associated management practices, novel diversified farming systems, rice- fallow intensification, rice-fish systems etc.
  • Development of dissemination/scaling and partnership approaches, and/or business models for above-mentioned systems that will lead to impact ‘at scale’, such as improved income of farmers, resilience to climatic change and climatic shocks, improved food security, and reduced poverty
  • Develop and oversee implementation of strategies in accordance with agreed objectives, outputs, and timelines as reflected in approved impact pathway documents
  • Review and analyze progress of the defined objectives and propose recommendations to enhance performance of the Institute
  • Take the lead in expanding IRRI’s footprint in northeastern region of India and explore new funding opportunities with donors
  • Manage and guide the implementation of research support activities to ensure timely data collection, management, analysis and dissemination of result and information
  • Finalize draft reports for submission to supervisor and stakeholders and technical literature to disseminate results and contribute to development of Communication strategy/ies
  • Sustain existing partnerships, create new associations and investment opportunities
  • Ensure oversight of risks and mitigation strategies to ensure delivery of the Project in line with agreed objectives
  • Develop and maintain partnerships with various stakeholders including NARES, CG Centers, WB, ICAR institutes and public- private organizations to implement Assam project activities to meet the agreed project outputs and timelines and also to explore newer opportunities in north-eastern states
  • Maintain high level of engagement with public, civil and private sectors for the development and delivery of technologies
  • Participate in institute wide activities and represent IRRI at various meetings or events
  • Oversight of the Projects in liaison with IRRI India and HQ finance to ensure compliance
  • Identify, develop and implement models and tools for promoting modern rice technologies/interventions in the northeast and eastern regions of India and contribute to such activities in adjoining countries
  • Organize and coordinate workshops, conferences, trainings (national and international) and exposure visits for capacity building of partners
  • Manage the implementation of communication strategies and promote the dissemination of project findings through workshops and popular communication channels
  • Publish and actively contribute to articles in peer-reviewed journals that highlight findings from research and experiment activities showcasing the institute’s scientific leadership
  • Supervise, and mentor scientific staff towards research excellence, professional conscientiousness and drive and career orientation and opportunities.

Qualifications

  • PhD in any branches of crop and natural resource management (Agronomy/ Soil  Science, etc.);
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in working on agriculture R & D projects;
  • Experience of handling of international projects would be preferable.

Apply here

Deadline : March 17th, 2023