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  • Registrar (Planning and Administration) – Grade 15

    Registrar (Planning and Administration) – Grade 15

    Job roles and Responsibilities:

    The Registrar (Planning and Administration) shall report to the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Planning, Administration and Finance) and shall be responsible for the following:-

    Act as custodian of staff records through facilitation of smooth and efficient operations of the personnel, central and confidential registries to ensure safe custody and maintenance of all staff records;
    Evaluate reports, decisions and results of the division in relation to established goals and recommend new approaches, policies and procedures to effect continual improvement in efficiency of the division;
    Responsible for establishment and management of effective and efficient structures and systems for human resource management. Further facilitate the development, formulation and implementation of appropriate human resource policies, plans and procedures that attract and retain qualified and experienced human resources to facilitate achievement of all the university’s objectives;
    Coordinate matters on performance contracting, annual staff performance, appraisals, appointments, promotions, staff retirement and disciplinary action, sanction of leave to ensure smooth running of the Human Resource Function of the university;
    Determine equitable monetary and non-monetary remuneration of employees in the university within the legal and statutory frameworks to thus retain qualified staff;
    Coordinate the training and development programs of staff in the university and ensure implementation to ensure that staff have requisite relevant skills to deliver on the university’s objectives;
    Undertake appropriate risk assessment with regard to the division’s activities at the departmental, functional and corporate level to inform management decisions and to develop mitigation measures if need be;
    Provide advisory services on matters human resource to the university’s management and other members of staff as need be;
    Provide dynamic and effective leadership and day to day management of the departmental and operational activities to ensure effective, efficient and economic deployment of physical, financial and human resources;
    Ensure industrial peace in the university through provision of advisory services during collective bargaining, joint consultations and settlement of disputes;
    Prepare briefs to management on operations and issues under the Planning and Administration arm to inform management decisions;
    Participate in the development and implementation of the University policies, procedures and, guidelines as outlined in relevant policies and procedures manuals; accounting standards; and statutory requirements, further ensure adherence to the same
    As part of the University Management Board, assist Council in the daily
    running of the university through, enforcement and monitoring of policies that guide the running of the institution;
    Regularly monitor activities of all departments under the division to ensure that they deliver on their purpose and operate in line with the division’s strategy;
    Facilitate development of divisional work plans and monitor implementation and execution of activities as outlined;
    Conduct annual staff appraisal for staff to provide feedback on their performance, advice on any skills gaps noted and recommend for promotion as necessary;
    Locally participate in the University liaison committee that brings the university community and local community together;
    Act as secretary or provide secretariat to committees as provided for by the university statutes;
    Member of various committees as prescribed by the university statutes;
    Control and manage expenditure under the registrar’s budget to ensure compliance to allocated funds;
    Facilitate the preparation of the budget for the department;
    Facilitate the budgeting process of the entire university as a member of the budget committee;
    Prepare the department’s procurement plan;

    Qualifications:

    Minimum Qualifications and Experience

    PhD degree or its equivalent in either Public Administration or Human Resource Management or relevant field with ten (10) years administrative experience
    OR
    Master’s degree or its equivalent in either Public Administration or Human Resource Management or its equivalent with at least fifteen (15) years Administrative experience
    At least three (3) years at Deputy Registrar level or equivalent
    Have outstanding professional competence in Administration and Management
    CPS (K) or relevant professional qualifications
    Membership to relevant professional body
    Knowledge of Human Resource Management Information Systems

    The application should be addressed to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Planning, Administration, and Finance) by post or hand delivery to the following address:The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Planning, Administration, and Finance)Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and TechnologyP.O Box 210 – 40601BondoEmail: recruitment@jooust.ac.keThe deadline for application is Tuesday 27th February 2024.

    Apply via :

    recruitment@jooust.ac.ke

  • Public Health Specialist (Disease Control) – Multiple Locations

    Public Health Specialist (Disease Control) – Multiple Locations

    Summary Of Assigned Duties

    The incumbent will lead and manage all aspects of the communicable and noncommunicable disease programme in the country, while maintaining a multisectoral overview, and will ensure the availability of technical expertise to advise the government on integrated programmes and initiatives to strengthen the country’s capacity building in investigation, surveillance and control. The incumbent will promote and strengthen programme activities within an assigned area of responsibility, consult with national counterparts on programme needs and perform related managerial tasks as required. This contributes to WHO’s country cooperation strategy in communicable and noncommunicable diseases

    Key Duties
    The incumbent will perform all or part of the following, and other related responsibilities as required by the needs of the office:

    Work under the direct supervision of the respective (Sr) public health officer and/or the head of the WHO country office.
    Establish innovative action plans for high-risk groups and environments, and the inclusion of disease prevention and control interventions across the life course and continuum of care.
    Advise on and ensure the adoption of norms, standards, guidelines and tools to support the implementation of disease control projects.
    Manage the operational aspects of related operational research, surveillance, epidemiology and health surveys.
    Guide or facilitate the implementation of projects for the control of the respective diseases, including the procurement of safe, efficacious, and affordable medicines and technologies. Guide the documenting and dissemination of best practices and partners’ experiences.
    Analyze and evaluate a diverse range of data and information related to communicable diseases and outbreaks; identify disease sources and provide recommendations and reports on the appropriate response to identified risks, and the implementation of preventative and control measures.
    Monitor the national burden of communicable and noncommunicable diseases or factors, especially through health information systems and health research activities. Oversee the development or enhancement of existing information systems on communicable and noncommunicable diseases and the monitoring of progress towards universal health coverage.
    Act as a technical advisor to the public concerning communicable diseases in the country; and establish new community outreach activities concerning the prevention, control, diagnosis, and treatment of communicable and noncommunicable diseases.
    Advocate, build and strengthen partnerships and networks to enhance multi-sectoral collaboration and mobilize resources to address integrated, communicable and noncommunicable disease prevention and control.

    Competencies

    Teamwork
    Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
    Communication
    Producing Results
    Ensuring effective use of resources

    Functional Knowledge And Skills

    In-depth knowledge of transmissions, specialized methods of diagnosis, development and treatment of communicable diseases, including HIV infection and other communicable and noncommunicable diseases.
    Technical and programmatic knowledge of the prevention and control of a range of communicable and/or noncommunicable diseases.
    Expertise to strategically plan, coordinate, and support the implementation of health programme interventions.
    Working knowledge of district hospital care, Universal health coverage, in-service and pre-service training, essential noncommunicable disease drugs, primary health care delivery systems.
    In-depth knowledge of country situation in communicable and noncommunicable diseases.
    In-depth knowledge of international best practice in the related disease control areas, ideally of WHO’s policies, practices, guidelines and procedures, and ability to apply them in the country office setting.
    Excellent knowledge of health and safety regulations.
    Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
    Skills in developing and promoting collaborative multisectoral partnerships and mobilizing resources.
    Demonstrated ability to provide clear advice and guidance to multiple stakeholders and partners and to negotiate in the context of diverse views.
    Proficiency in computers and office software packages, handling of web-based management systems, enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems and Cloud Management Enterprise System such as Workday.
    Ability to identify and manage one’s own emotions, as well as helping others to do the same.

    Educational Qualifications

    Essential: An advanced university degree (master’s level) in a relevant field (such as medicine, public health, epidemiology or statistics).
    Desirable: PhD in public health or related medical field. Training or specialization in communicable diseases and noncommunicable diseases.

    Experience

    Essential: A minimum of seven years of work experience relevant to the position (in communicable and noncommunicable diseases, focusing on disease investigation, surveillance, and control, as well as developing strategies and action plans for implementing capacity building and disease prevention programmes), with some of it obtained in an international work environment. Demonstrated professional experience providing technical advice and services to national counterparts, ministries of health, and other partners on communicable disease related issues.
    Desirable: Relevant work experience, with WHO and/or United Nations agencies, health cluster partners, nongovernmental or humanitarian organizations. Some of the above-listed experience to have been obtained at an international level.

    Use Of Language Skills

    Excellent knowledge of English or French (depending on the country of assignment). Working knowledge of another WHO official language would be an asset.

    Apply via :

    careers.who.int

  • Associate Professor Senior Lecturer – 2 Posts Lecturers – 5 Posts

    Associate Professor Senior Lecturer – 2 Posts Lecturers – 5 Posts

    Ref: (ZU/10/Adv/5/2024)

    Minimum Qualification and Experience

    PhD/Doctorate in Computer Science, Information Technology or equivalent degree qualification in the relevant area from a recognised/ accredited university
    Master of Science in Computer Science/ Information Technology/ Information Systems degree or a related area from a recognized/accredited University in the relevant field
    Bachelor of Science in Computer Science/ Information Technology degree or in the relevant field from a recognized/accredited University.
    At least three years of teaching/research experience at the University level as a Senior Lecturer.
    A minimum of forty-eight (48) equivalent publication points as a Senior Lecturer/Senior Research Fellow of which thirty-two (32) should be from refereed journal articles.
    Supervised at least four (2) postgraduate students including (1) doctoral student to the completion
    Attracted research funds as a Senior Lecturer/Senior Research Fellow
    Attended and contributed at academic conferences, seminars and workshops
    Evidence of being a member of a relevant professional body
    Evidence of leadership (administrative experience, active participation in departmental /school/university/national/international activities).

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    Interested candidates should send their application letters and updated CVS to vacancies@zetech.ac.ke quoting the respective Job Reference indicating the current and expected salary not later than 23rd February 2024.Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

    Apply via :

    vacancies@zetech.ac.ke

  • Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Senior Principal Technical Advisor

    Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Senior Principal Technical Advisor

    The MEL Senior Principal Advisor works under the direction and supervision of the SI lead on the Strategic Information (SI) Team, in very close collaboration with the MEL Manager

    The MEL Senior Principal Advisor supports SI in the strategic leadership and accomplishment of MEL functions related to supply chain and pharmaceutical system strengthening activities, including but not limited to the following:

    Brings domain expertise in MEL for supply chain and pharmaceutical system strengthening.
    Leads and mentors on MEL sections of proposals, including developing Theories of Change and thought leadership on MEL methods.
    Leads and mentors the development and implementation of MEL plans and systems, with a focus on using data to strengthen projects and for decision making.
    Provides strategic direction to project learning agendas and oversees learning across a suite of supply chain and pharmaceutical system strengthening projects and activities.
    Oversees staff to develop and track indicators through dashboards and other compelling data visualizations.
    Oversees data quality assurance processes.
    Coaches projects to prepare for, and actively participates in routine project technical performance reviews.
    Organizes across projects to compile, analyze, and document aggregated results at output, outcome and impact levels from a portfolio of MSH projects.
    Brings a data-driven approach to supporting projects with knowledge management and learning activities.
    Promotes and facilitates a culture of data use for decision making and adaptive management within projects and across the organization.
    Provides through partnership to project MEL Directors.
    Directly manage staff in SI.
    Mentor and groom SI staff, building internal SI capacity in MEL for supply chain and pharmaceutical system strengthening.
    Contributes to MSH MEL strategy, thought leadership, and annual planning, especially in the areas of supply chain and pharmaceutical system strengthening.

    Specific Responsibilities Include:
    MEL Project Support (40%)

    Serves as SI Liaison to pharmaceutical system strengthening and supply chain projects, including:
    Foster an environment where data-driven decision making is prioritized.
    Provide direct project support in MEL throughout the project lifecycle, including developing and implementing MEL plans, ensuring data quality, promoting data use, actively monitoring work plan implementation, and building the capacity of project teams.
    Strategically guide field projects in the areas of MEL and HMIS, providing expert advice and support to ensure the effective implementation of monitoring, evaluation, and data management activities.
    Collaborate with teams to contribute to work planning and budgeting for MEL activities within projects and at the home office level.
    Undertake additional duties as assigned within the domains of expertise in Strategic Information.

    Business Development (40%)

    Lead business development for supply chain and pharmaceutical system strengthening in designing robust MEL approaches that align with programmatic rationale and technical approaches.

    Organizational Initiatives (40%)

    Contribute to SI guidance documents.
    Participate in Scientific Committee reviews, acting as the reference/technical expert for PSM related efforts.
    Supervise technically PSM related initiatives such as OR/IR, evaluations, special studies.

    Staff management and SI leadership (10%)

    Directly manage SI staff.
    Represent the SI Lead on specific activities.
    Contribute to other SI Team activities as requested.

    Qualifications
    What do you need to apply?
    MSH employs people of passion, we seek those individuals who dream of a better world. We look for professionals who combine experience, local knowledge, and an understanding of international best practices. Individuals who share our values of treating everyone with respect while being equitable and holding all of us accountable to make an impact.
    Required Education:

    Required: Master’s Degree in pharmacy, medicine, public health, or other related field (e.g., population health, epidemiology, biostatistics, demography)
    Preferred: Doctoral degree in a related MEL or public health discipline preferred.

    Required Experience:

    At least 15 years of related experience in MEL, with a strong focus in MEL for pharmaceutical system strengthening or supply chain.
    Leadership level experience providing MEL support to large, complex global health projects implemented in low-resource settings, including designing and supervising MEL plans at the project level and managing MEL staff.
    Leadership and expertise in designing and developing MEL systems at the proposal development stage, including leading the theory of change, selecting indicators, describing data flows and learning approaches.
    Leadership experience implementing the MEL system during the project, including developing the MEL Plan, developing data collection tools, and analyzing data.
    Expert in designing and delivering face-to-face and virtual workshops, including learning agendas, theory of change, research ethics, protocol and instrument development, and approaches to enhancing utilization of MEL findings.
    Expert experience leading and mentoring on data management and analysis (quantitative and qualitative).
    Experience developing MEL guidance documents to guide MEL at the organizational level.
    Experience providing MEL mentorship.
    Experience in managing MEL staff.
    Experience living and working in LMICs.

    Knowledge And Skills

    Advanced evaluation and study design skills, including complexity-aware monitoring.
    Advanced skills in quantitative and qualitative data analysis for international/global health projects, especially supply chain and pharmaceutical system strengthening.
    Demonstrated experience leading the MEL section of proposals and coaching junior staff on proposal development.
    Proven skills in at least one statistical package software for quantitative data analysis (SPSS, STATA, R, etc.).
    Experience with at least one statistical package software for qualitative data analysis (Nvivo, Atlas.ti, Dedoose, etc).
    Experience with designing and implementing electronic surveys is desirable.
    Understanding of and experience using HMIS databases (especially DHIS2) and understanding the value of interoperability.
    Experience writing and presenting research results.
    Familiarity with USAID indicators and metrics in specific content areas.
    Enjoys learning and teaching. A team player and a self-starter who can use her/his own initiative to identify useful work.
    Full proficiency in English.
    Preferred: Full proficiency in French.

    COMPETENCIES

    Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with professional colleagues from multiple units and within various socio-cultural contexts.
    Demonstrated experience collaborating with and/or managing staff in a matrixed organization.
    Excellent writing, analytical, organizational and communications skills including organizing, scanning, summarizing and presenting information
    Demonstrated flexibility and openness in responding to changing work priorities and environment and working under tight deadlines.
    Demonstrated competence to assess priorities and solve problems using innovative, evidence-based solutions.

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS

    Travel requirements: 20-30%

    Apply via :

    msh.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com

  • Environmental & Social Due Diligence Managing Consultant (Mergers & Acquisitions)

    Environmental & Social Due Diligence Managing Consultant (Mergers & Acquisitions)

    What You’ll Do

    As a Managing Consultant with ERM’s Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) service line, you will work in a fast growing and entrepreneurial team of consultants. We have a global client base, and you will be exposed to an international environment. Your time will be split between supporting client projects, business development and developing knowledge and assets within the field of mergers & acquisitions, environmental and social due diligence assessments, and environmental site assessments.
    You will be part of our growing Environmental and Social advisory team, with a main focus on due diligence and ESG aspects related to your clients and investors, while engaging with other business and technical professionals. You will work with all levels of technical expertise, from entry level team members to members with decades of experience, many of whom are subject matter experts in their own fields. You will engage in a continual learning environment through coaching, mentoring, and on the job tasks. You will split your time between office-based work, including drafting proposals, conducting site visits (including some local and international travel) and writing reports.
    The successful candidate will have experience in conducting ESG screening and environmental and social due diligence assessments for Mergers & Acquisitions transactions. Required skills will include being competent in assessing the maturity of the processes in place to manage material ESG topics at companies and developing mitigation measures and action plans. The successful candidate must be skilled in contextualizing developing country risks to European clients and audiences. Due Diligence assessments will range from complex commercial / industrial facilities, both locally and elsewhere in Africa, and/or facilities with long industrial histories, managing multi-site environmental due diligence projects, conducting and/or managing environmental compliance audits of commercial / industrial facilities, and assisting clients with post-transaction integration.
    Additionally, you will support the team with developing client ready proposals, preparing sales pitches and other business development activities to grow ERM’s M&A service line. You will also provide your knowledge and insights to develop knowledge and assets to support our clients with managing their business opportunities and risks.

    Who You’ll Work With

    You will be based in our South African office as part of ERM’s Mergers and Acquisitions – Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA) team. This is a team of management consultants focused on helping companies to manage the E&S, H&S and ESG risks at sites or projects that they are acquiring or investing in, and where due diligence is required.
    M&A is a service with a unique blend of strategic, operational, data & analytics and technical expertise and knowledge. The team works across all financial and corporate sectors, with a strong focus on extractives, technology and financial services across Africa. At ERM, regardless of the sector in which you work, you will get the opportunity to work with multi- disciplinary teams and in different business environments.

    You’ll bring (experience and qualifications):

    At least 8 years of work experience in relevant environmental, health & safety, and social context.
    A solid understanding of the implementation of the following standards in developing markets/countries: IFC performance standards, Equator Principles, World Bank EHS guidelines, OECD, International Labour Organization Standards, as they apply to due diligence assessments (African Development Bank E&S policy knowledge would be an advantage).
    Excellent analytical and problem-solving and report writing skills.
    Excellent advisory and business development skills.
    Master’s or PhD degree in business, economics, finance, environmental science or similar.
    Hands-on and outstanding interpersonal and communication skills to interact with internal and external stakeholders while working in an international collaborative team environment.
    Fluent in English (spoken/written) and competency in French, although not essential, will be a major advantage.

    Apply via :

    erm.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com

  • Chief Tutor

    Chief Tutor

    REF: DeKUT/CT/1/2024
    Requirements
    The candidates must

    An earned PhD or equivalent degree qualification in the relevant field from an accredited and recognized university;
    Be registered with the relevant professional body (where applicable).

    OR

    A Master’s Degree, in the relevant field from an accredited and recognized university (in special cases) with at least three (3) years teaching experience at university level or in research or in industry; and
    A minimum of 24 publication points, of which at least sixteen (16) should be from refereed journal papers; and
    Registered with the relevant professional body (where applicable).

    All applications should be submitted to; vc@dkut.ac.ke or hr@dkut.ac.ke. Hard copies will not be accepted.Each application shall be accompanied by a cover letter, detailed curriculum vitae, copies of academic and professional certificates and transcripts, testimonials, and  other relevant supporting documents.Deadline: Applications must be received on or before 12th February, 2024 by 5. 00 P.M
    To note:

    Apply via :

    vc@dkut.ac.ke

  • IVD Focal Point

    IVD Focal Point

    OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

    To develop national skills in implementing routine and supplemental immunisation and establish an effective disease surveillance system in view of polio eradication, neonatal tetanus elimination, measles elimination and control of other vaccine preventable diseases

    DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

    Develop and reinforce national surveillance system for AFP/VPD, monitor the completeness and effectiveness of reporting and the use of surveillance performance indicators at the district level;
    Provide information on the progress of the Polio Eradication Initiative and other vaccine preventable diseases-related activities to the WR and IVE Director including:AFP line list and surveillance data on measles, neonatal tetanus and new vaccines in the country;
    Annual burden of vaccine preventable diseases in the country
    Provide report on routine immunization performance and coverage achieved;
    Data on supplementary immunization activities carried out in the country;
    Assist the national authorities in increasing access and quality of immunization service delivery
    Strengthening routine immunization services
    Preparation of quality supplementary immunization activities
    Introduction of new and underutilized vaccines and technologies
    Support national authorities in control, elimination, and eradication of target diseases.
    Support national authorities to develop plans, implement and evaluate progress toward VPD set targets and goals;
    Support the country to build capacity related to VPD and conducts appropriate research.
    Assist the WR in management of VPD programme personnel as well as financial resources. Any other duties assigned by the WHO Representative

    REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
    Education

    Essential: Advanced University degree in medicine or doctorate in health sciences.
    Desirable: Post graduate training in public health or epidemiology from an internationally recognized school

    Experience

    Essential: At least 7years public health experience of which two years field experience in planning, training, surveillance and implementation of VPD.
    Desirable: Technical expertise in public health, epidemiology, disease control and immunization. Experience in Africa would be an asset.

    Skills

    Ability to work effectively with colleagues at national and international levels;Ability to provide leadership, monitor progress and design studies;Computer skills.

    WHO Competencies

    Producing results
    Teamwork
    Ensuring the effective use of resources
    Building and promoting partnerships across the organization and beyond
    Driving the Organization’s Position in Health Leadership

    Use of Language Skills

    Essential: Expert knowledge of English.
    Desirable: Intermediate knowledge of French. Beginners knowledge of Portuguese.
    The above language requirements are interchangeable.

    Apply via :

    careers.who.int

  • Regional Director for Africa (G-24-01)

    Regional Director for Africa (G-24-01)

    The position: The selected candidate will develop and lead CIP’s Africa regional strategy in support of CIP2030 strategic goals and in response to the priorities of regional stakeholders. The Regional Director for Africa will be responsible for government, partner and funder relations and represents CIP with these stakeholders in the region. The Regional Director for Africa will direct and supports Country Managers to develop and manage strategic relationships at country level. In addition, the selected candidate will ensure organizational growth in the region through technically and financially sound programming and equitable partnerships.
    The successful candidate will report to the Director General and will be based in Nairobi, Kenya.

    Key Responsibilities:

    Strategic Planning, Partnerships, and Representation: Leads the development and oversee delivery of implementation plans and other strategic mechanisms for the implementation of CIP2030 Strategy. Models and practices CIP’s commitment to Equitable Partnerships with stakeholders in the region, establishing and nurturing strategic partnerships with governments, funders and other key constituencies. Represents CIP with governments, funders, the international community, industry representatives and regional bodies through regular interactions and participation in policy and technical forums. Directs and supports Country Managers to develop and manage productive and equitable relationships with stakeholders at country level. The Regional  Director will also contribute to the evolution of CGIAR strategies and partnerships in the region.
    Resource Mobilization and Programming: Develops and drives forward resource mobilization plans for the region, focused on the CIP2030 strategic goals, the evolving priorities of regional constituencies and arising opportunities. Maintains a high level of understanding of funder priorities relevant to CIP in the region.
    Worksclosely with CIP Science Leaders and the Resource Mobilization team, the Regional Director will oversee the development of innovative programs in response to these priorities, applying Equitable Partnership principles to forge regional and international partnerships for this purpose.
    CIP Operations in the Region: Oversees the implementation of CIP’s operations in the region, including People & Culture, Finance, Grants and Legal Services, and Administration, working closely with the global Heads of these operations units. Ensures the implementation and monitoring of financial and operational policies and procedures at country and regional level and provide regular reports to CIP Operations Leaders as required.
    The Regional Director is accountable for compliance according to external agreements and delegation of authority assigned to this position.
    Safety, Security and Risk Management: Oversees the implementation of regional security guidelines and security management plan. Implements CIP’s Health & Safety policy at regional level and ensure compliance at country level.
    People Management: Leads CIP’s commitment to recruit, manage and develop high performing regional and country-based staff. Develops a positive work environment for all staff across the region. Manages and mentors
    Country Managers to ensure effective talent management processes, contributes to their performance reviews, and identifies succession and staff development plans.

    What are we looking for?

    Advanced degree (PhD or Master) in a Science or Management discipline.
    At least 10 years of progressive international experience in similar research and/or development organizations.
    Significant leadership experience in an equivalent position in a development or international organization.
    Strong track record of establishing and managing strategic partnerships with funders, governments, international organizations, and the research community at regional level in Africa.
    Strong knowledge and experience of management practices to enable the creation of appropriate regional implementation plans and mechanisms.
    Proven expertise of leading large funding initiatives and manage complex regional projects and programs.
    Budget management and IT literate (Microsoft and ERP software).

    Leadership competencies:

    Focus on big picture and strategic vision.
    Building and maintaining partnerships and relationships.
    Planning and managing staff to achieved quality results.
    Influencing and resolving differences across boundaries.
    Leading by example
    Outstanding written and oral communication skills in English.
    Proficiency in French, Portuguese, or Kiswahili is highly desirable.

    Apply via :

    cgiar.zohorecruit.com

  • Research Specialist – Climate Resilience Platform

    Research Specialist – Climate Resilience Platform

    About the position

    The Alliance of Bioversity-CIAT is seeking a Research Specialist to contribute to the development and success of the open Climate Resilience Platform.
    The Climate Resilience Platform was created with the vision of enabling access to climate change information, fostering collaboration among stakeholders, and supporting agricultural producers facing climate adaptation challenges. The platform is in the process of evolving from a centrally managed model to a community-built platform that can be modified and improved by its users and other data contributors. To support in this transition, we are seeking a dedicated Research Specialist who will help define its features, prioritize tasks, ensure it meets user needs and helps achieve goals of driving climate change adaptation.
    The Research Specialist for the Climate Resilience Platform will play a critical role in shaping the platform’s evolution, and we look forward to welcoming an enthusiastic and skilled individual to participate in this exciting endeavor.
    The position’s responsibilities include user and donor engagement, roadmap planning, and continuous improvement to maximize the product’s value and impact. The ideal candidate should be collaborative, proactive, and experienced in working with a globally distributed team. This document outlines the terms of reference for this pivotal role.

    Key Responsibilities:

    Stakeholder Engagement: The Research Specialist will be responsible for engaging stakeholders to understand their needs for the platform, including with but not limited to:

    Agricultural businesses and industry platforms.
    Climate data contributors and scientists.
    Community based organizations supporting agricultural adaptation programs.
    End-users and the general public.
    Partnership development: Actively seek and establish partnerships with donors, research institutions, private sector partners, and community entities to enhance platform capabilities and reach.
    Platform Strategy: Provide input to develop and execute a strategy for the platform’s transformation from a centralized model to a community-driven, open platform. This includes defining the roadmap, prioritizing features, and setting objectives that align with the broader vision of climate resilience and public engagement.
    Platform Governance structure: Help define and document the governance structure that is self-sustaining and maintains focus on achieving the core purpose of the Climate Resilience Platform.
    Fund-raising: Contribute to the preparation of research proposals and related fundraising activities.
    User-Centric Approach: Identify core target user group and ensure that the platform’s design and functionality are aligned with the needs and expectations of its diverse user base. Collect and analyze user feedback to drive continuous improvement and innovation.
    Team Coordination: Coordinate with a global team of developers, designers, climate and social scientists to deliver the platform’s objectives. Foster a collaborative and proactive working environment.
    Data Integration Support: Support and guide the integration of climate data from various sources into the platform, reviewing for accuracy, reliability, and up-to-date documentation.
    Community and Communication Development: Promote and support the growth of the platform’s user and contributor community. Encourage active participation and contribution by users and data contributors.
    Monitoring and Evaluation: Continuously measure the platform’s impact and effectiveness, using key performance indicators (KPIs) to inform improvements.
    Reporting: Prepare and present regular reports to management and donors on platform progress, challenges, and outreach.
    Regulatory Compliance: Ensure that the platform adheres to relevant data privacy, environmental, and other regulatory requirements.

    Requirements

    Key requirements and experience:

    PhD or Masters degree in a related field.
    Global Team Experience: Demonstrated ability to effectively work as part of a distributed global team, fostering collaboration and productivity across time zones.
    Track Record for Driving Action: Strong evidence from prior positions for being able to mobilize people to make the jump from analysis to action.
    Stakeholder Engagement: Proven track record of successfully engaging and building relationships with diverse stakeholders, from commercial partners to non-profit organizations.
    User-Centric Mindset: An understanding of user needs and a commitment to designing and maintaining a platform that serves those needs effectively.
    Innovation Experience: Passion for staying updated with the latest developments in climate resilience and data sharing.
    Problem-Solving Skills: The ability to identify and address challenges proactively, finding creative solutions to complex problems.
    Strategic thinking: Demonstrated strategic thinking and planning skills with the ability to set and guide the achievement of long-term objectives.
    Adaptability: Flexibility and adaptability to navigate the evolving landscape of climate resilience and public engagement.
    Experience in climate resilience: While not required, experience in the field of climate resilience, climate change adaptation, or related sectors would be highly desirable.

    Apply via :

    al.zohorecruit.eu