Le Centre Mondial Agroforestrie recrute un Technicien de recherche ICRISAT basé au Kenya.

 

 

 

 

 

Overview

To support cereal breeding activities.

Summary of responsibilities

  1. Plant and manage trials, field husbandry & field sanitation and irrigation.
  2. Collect data, enter, and analyze for the ESA region and maintenance of database.
  3. Write progressive report.
  4. Recruit and supervise casuals at the field station.
  5. Procure and manage supplies and consumables for trials and office.
  6. Organize and plant on farm trials and demonstration under various projects.
  7. Supervise, monitor, collect data and organize evaluation and field days for on farm trials.
  8. Capacity building of farmers, students, and other collaborators.
  9. Carry out administrative duties at the station.

Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science in Agriculture, Agronomy or Horticulture;
  • At least 2 years of experience in a research institution and an understanding of plant breeding;
  • Experience in a research environment, specifically in field layout, data analysis, and field crops management;
  • Knowledge in data analytical packages like Genstat.

Personal attributes and competencies:

  • Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as in a team setting.
  • Preferably having experience of working in multi-cultural and interdisciplinary teams.
  • Experience in an international organization environment will be an added advantage.

Terms and conditions

  • This is a Locally Recruited Staff (LRS) position. CIFOR-ICRAF offers competitive remuneration in local currency commensurate with skills and experience.
  • The initial appointment will be for two (2) year, with 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 CIFOR-ICRAF Offices.

Application process

Go to http://worldagroforestry.org/working-for-icraf/vacancies

  • The application deadline is 10 August 2023.
  • CV and Cover Letter should be in PDF and Labelled with the applicants First and Second Names.
  • We will acknowledge all applications but will only contact short-listed candidates.

CIFOR-ICRAF is an equal opportunity employer. Staff diversity contributes to excellence.