Reference number: 202561
Job status: In-progress
Job category: Local Position
Duty station: Alupe, Kenya
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CIFOR-ICRAF
The Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR) and World Agroforestry (ICRAF) envision a more equitable world where trees in all landscapes, from drylands to the humid tropics, enhance the environment and well-being for all. CIFOR and ICRAF are non-profit science institutions that build and apply evidence to today’s most pressing challenges, including energy insecurity and the climate and biodiversity crises. Over a combined total of 65 years, we have built vast knowledge on forests and trees outside of forests in agricultural landscapes (agroforestry). Using a multidisciplinary approach, we seek to improve lives and to protect and restore ecosystems. Our work focuses on innovative research, partnering for impact, and engaging with stakeholders on policies and practices to benefit people and the planet. Founded in 1993 and 1978, CIFOR and ICRAF are members of CGIAR, a global research partnership for a food secure future dedicated to reducing poverty, enhancing food and nutrition security, and improving natural resources. CIFOR-ICRAF is looking for a
Research Technician -DCP - CIMMYT
Overview This role is an integral part of CIMMYT’s dryland legumes (groundnut, chickpea & pigeon pea) and cereals (sorghum & millets) breeding programs. The person hired will provide administrative support to enable timely planning and execution of activities, projects and initiatives for these breeding programs.
Duties and responsibilities
1. Management of phenotyping nurseries and trials.
Ensure proper agronomic management of trials like application of fertilizer, timely irrigation, weed and pest control
Ensure disease/striga screening trials are artificially inoculated according to laid down procedures
Ensure seeds for checks are available in sufficient quantities and when necessary increased in a timely manner
Ensure pure pathogen cultures and striga seed are maintained in a viable state and available for artificial inoculation when needed.
2. Data Collection and Organization.
Ensure accuracy of data entry and consolidation in preparation for analysis by the Scientists
Learn and operate Enterprise Breeding System (EBS) for routine operations, data upload, data curation and preliminary analysis; basic familiarity with Breeding Management System (BMS) may be helpful.
3. Supervise casual Labor.
4. Other Responsibilities.
Establish and maintain contact with collaborating /implementing organizations and partners
Any other task assigned by the supervisor.
Requirements
BSc or MSc in Crop protection, agronomy or related Agricultural Sciences with at least 3 years accumulated practical experience in field trialing and management.Knowledge in managing agricultural field activities or research projects in a dynamic and fast paced organization.
Thorough knowledge of field trials management, and field identification of biotic stresses affecting dryland crops.
Familiarity with application of pest and disease evaluation scales especially of dryland crops.
Ability to provide supervision and training to field staff to manage research activities
Basic supervisory skills and experience are a must.
Ability to communicate orally day-to-day matters and to prepare brief but accurate reports or complete forms without assistance.
Ability to analyze situations or problems and timely propose or evaluate possible resolution mechanisms.
Competency to use the standard Windows-based software for word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, and email used at CIMMYT.
The selected candidate must exhibit the following competencies: Problem-solving and decision-making, negotiation and conflict resolution, communication, and teamwork.
Education, knowledge and experience • BSc or MSc in Crop protection, agronomy or related Agricultural Sciences with at least 3 years accumulated practical experience in field trialing and management.
• Knowledge in managing agricultural field activities or research projects in a dynamic and fast paced organization.
• Thorough knowledge of field trials management, and field identification of biotic stresses affecting dryland crops.
• Familiarity with application of pest and disease evaluation scales especially of dryland crops.
• Ability to provide supervision and training to field staff to manage research activities
• Basic supervisory skills and experience are a must.
• Ability to communicate orally day-to-day matters and to prepare brief but accurate reports or complete forms without assistance.
• Ability to analyze situations or problems and timely propose or evaluate possible resolution mechanisms.
• Competency to use the standard Windows-based software for word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, and email used at CIMMYT.
• The selected candidate must exhibit the following competencies: Problem-solving and decision-making, negotiation and conflict resolution, communication, and teamwork.
Terms and conditions • This is a Locally Recruited Staff (LRS) position and on competitive remuneration in local currency, commensurate with skills and experience.
• The appointment will be for two (2) years, including a six-month probationary period, with the possibility of extension contingent on performance, continued relevance of the position and available resources.
• The duty station will be in Alupe, Kenya.
Application process The application deadline is 21 Sep 2025
We will acknowledge all applications, but will contact only short-listed candidates.
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