If you are looking for a career opportunity, want to give meaning to your professional achievements and contribute to making the world a better place by playing a part in international development, and are passionate about managing artificial intelligence for development (AI4D) program initiatives, the International Development Research Centre (IDRC) is the place for you!
IDRC is home to people who share a passion for international development research. We look for employees who believe that knowledge and innovation can help solve the worldโs most critical challenges.
Come join our Education and Science - Artificial Intelligence for Development and help us build a more sustainable and inclusive world!
Our employment opportunity of the moment: Senior Program Officer
Location: Nairobi, Kenya (Hybrid Mode*)
Take a minute to see if your profile fits IDRC:
You have:
A Ph. D with five (5) years of relevant continuous experience in an artificial intelligence, data science, cognitive science, technology and development or a masterโs degree with eight (8) years of relevant continuous experience in any of these fields. Proficiency in either French or English (reading, writing, and speaking). A significant recent experience developing and managing research projects, as well as communicating and translating science and evidence and sharing knowledge for various audiences, all preferably within the context of issues on technology and international development. Experience working in a low and middle-income country (LMIC), particularly in Africa. A track record of publication in technology and international development. An in-depth understanding of the transformative potential of AI to advance development.You are:
Aligned with the IDRCโs culture and value statements: At IDRC we are respectful, intentional and accountable. A recognized leader with strong interpersonal and communications skills. Experienced in project management, problem-solving and facilitating collaborative and transdisciplinary research. Sensitive to the importance of gender equity, inclusion, and diversity within research. Able to provide specialized advice and guidance to professional partnerships. A proven team player who works well within a multidisciplinary group of people from diverse cultures.You are interested in:
Providing intellectual advice for areas of the Program connected to your specialized knowledge. Developing, monitoring, managing, and evaluating research projects. Assessing proposals, including conceptual, methodological, operational, evaluative, and financial aspects, and identifying and developing research proposals in accordance with the Centre policies. Managing the preparation of contracts and grant letters, analysis of financial statements, adjustment of budgets and schedules, and project closures. Collaborating at the Centre-wide level with different stakeholders and contributing to knowledge dissemination and utilization. Joining an organization that values and models diversity, inclusion, and equity.Then we are interested in your profile!
At IDRC, we support your professional development.
Additional Information:
For more details on the primary duties and responsibilities, view Job Details.
*Hybrid Mode: Have the flexibility to work in hybrid mode (Minimum 3 days out of 10 in the office).
This position requires frequent international travel.
As a result of this process, the Centre may establish a pool of pre-qualified candidates for future permanent and term opportunities requiring the same competencies relevant to the Education and Science Program. Positions may be located at one of our six (6) offices around the world, in Ottawa, Amman, Dakar, Montevideo, Nairobi and New Delhi.
We appreciate your interest, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
The International Development Research Centre is committed to creating and fostering a respectful, diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace culture that reflects the peopleโs lives we impact and the Canadian community we work within, where everyone can truly be themselves. We welcome Indigenous peoples and persons from all races, ethnicities, gender identities and expressions, sexual orientations, as well as persons with physical or mental disabilities to be part of our team.
We strive to ensure barrier-free selection processes. If you are contacted regarding a career opportunity, testing or interview, please advise the People and Corporate Culture Division representative of the accommodation measures that must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.
Who can apply? The general public - national and international populations.