Position description
The Center for International Forestry Research and World Agroforestry (CIFOR-ICRAF) works at the nexus of five interconnected areas Biodiversity, Climate, Value chains, Food, Equity where trees can make a difference. CIFOR-ICRAF connects science with action, creating solutions from the ground up through inclusive partnerships, transdisciplinary research, and demand-driven innovation. Our vision is “An equitable world in which viable livelihoods in resilient landscapes foster well-being for people, trees and the environment.” The post-Doc research fellow will support the overall implementation of the Regreening Africa and K4GGWA programs. In that regard, he/she will support CIFOR-ICRAF team in coordination of program activities, especially under component 3 of the K4GGWA program. The post-doc fellow will support research activities; from design and data collection as well as writing of scientific articles. He/she will support in stakeholder engagement activities including organizing workshops & training as well as support with fundraising activities including proposal writing and project development.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Support CIFOR-ICRAF team in coordination of program activities, especially the objective/component 3.
- Support in research activities from design and data collection to the writing of scientific articles.
- Travel nationally and internationally to the field and other program-related events.
- Support in stakeholder engagement activities including organizing workshops and training.
- Support in fund raising activities including proposal writing and project development.
- Any other duty as assigned.
Qualifications
- A Doctoral Degree or PhD in Social Sciences and related environmental studies.
- At least 5 years’ experience in Experience in stakeholder engagements.
- Experience in qualitative research methods, data collection and analysis.
- Proven experience in scientific / peer-reviewed articles’ publication.
Education, Knowledge and Experience
- A Doctoral Degree or PhD in Social Sciences and related environmental studies.
- At least 5 years’ experience in Experience in stakeholder engagements.
- Experience in qualitative research methods, data collection and analysis.
Terms and Conditions
- This position is offered on post-doctoral terms. CIFOR-ICRAF offers competitive remuneration commensurate with skills and experience.
- The initial appointment will be for two (2) years, 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 Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso CIFOR-ICRAF Offices.
- Candidates must have the right to live and work in Burkina Faso.
Application instructions
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