The International Potato Center (CIP) is seeking to recruit two (02) dynamic and experienced Research Associate-Agronomist to ensure the field activities and support the implementation of the Sweet Recovery Project (SWRP) that is currently implemented in ten districts in southern Madagascar, with Agronomists serving as the backbone of project implementation at the district level. Agronomists are pivotal to the project's success, implementing, supporting and coordinating activities at the district level.
The Position: These positions will report to the Project coordinator. They will be based in Betroka and Ampanihy respectively.
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Key Responsibilities:
路聽聽聽聽聽聽 Conduct field visits and provide technical assistance on OFSP cultivation.
路聽聽聽聽聽聽 Organize and deliver farmer training sessions and on-farm demonstrations.
路聽聽聽聽聽聽 Collect and analyze data; prepare and submit progress reports.
路聽聽聽聽聽聽 Build relationships with communities, authorities, and stakeholders.
路聽聽聽聽聽聽 Collaborate with project staff and partners to ensure effective implementation.
Monitor project activities and participate in impact evaluations.
Requirements
Selection Criteria
路聽聽聽聽聽聽 Master's degree in Agronomy, Biology, Nutrition, or related area.
路聽聽聽聽聽聽 At least 6 years of experience required.
路聽聽聽聽聽聽 Knowledge of modern agricultural techniques and technologies.
路聽聽聽聽聽聽 Skills in training smallholder farmers, especially using participatory approaches.
路聽聽聽聽聽聽 Experience in agricultural extension, working with smallholder farms.
路聽聽聽聽聽聽 Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
路聽聽聽聽聽聽 Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
路聽聽聽聽聽聽 Strong organizational and time management skills.
路聽聽聽聽聽聽 Proficiency in data collection, analysis and reporting.
路聽聽聽聽聽聽 Proficiency in computer skills, including MS Office.
路聽聽聽聽聽聽 Willingness to travel to remote areas and work under challenging conditions.
Benefits
Why should you consider this opportunity?
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路聽聽聽聽聽聽 CIP is a global and reputable international organization that has a strong, state-of-the-art R&D background.
路聽聽聽聽聽聽 CIP is dedicated to achieving food security, improved nutrition and well-being, and gender equality for poor people in root and tuber farming and food systems of the developing world.
路聽聽聽聽聽聽 CIP is a member of the CGIAR, a global research partnership for a food secure future dedicated to reducing poverty, enhancing food and nutrition security, and improving natural resources
What are we offering?
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路聽聽聽聽聽聽 Excellent working environment.
路聽聽聽聽聽聽 Compensation package commensurate with experience.聽
路聽聽聽聽聽聽 Fixed term contract with possibility of renewal subject on performance and availability of funds.
路聽聽聽聽聽聽 Work in an equal and diverse workplace.
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How to apply?
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Visit the following link: https://cipotato.org/open-vacancies/ and submit your cover letter and a full C.V in English with 3 of your references. Screening of applications will begin on January 06, 2025 and will continue until the post is filled. All applications will be acknowledged; however only short-listed candidates will be contacted.