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POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
PROJECT LEADER - International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) 
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The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) helps reduce poverty, hunger and environmental degradation by enhancing animal agriculture in developing countries, working in partnership with organizations in developing countries. ILRI’s headquarters is in Nairobi, Kenya, with a second principal campus in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
ILRI seeks to recruit a Project Leader as part of its Targeting and Innovations Theme. The Project Leader will lead an inter-disciplinary team of scientists working on issues relating to livestock, poverty, and sustainable livelihoods in the developing world.
Qualifications :
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A Ph.D. in a relevant social science such as sociology, anthropology, agricultural economics, institutional economics or related discipline
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At least 8 years experience in applied social science or livestock development research in developing countries
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Strong analytical skills in poverty and vulnerability analysis, including demonstrated experience in using quantitative and qualitative tools for economic and social analysis
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Proven leadership, management and team building skills, and a record of building partnerships.
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Demonstrated ability to work in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams
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Strong oral and written communication skills demonstrated in publications in peer reviewed journals
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Demonstrated success in resource mobilization
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Excellent command of English. Knowledge of a second international language would be an advantage
Terms of appointment
Initial appointment is for three years with the possibility of renewal, contingent upon individual performance and the availability of funding. ILRI offers a competitive remuneration package paid in US dollars.
Applications
Applicants should send a cover letter (quoting Ref: SC/ T1/10 /2007), curriculum vitae and the names and addresses (including telephone, fax and email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience, to;
the Head of Human Resources, ILRI, P.O. Box 30709 00100, Nairobi, Kenya; Telephone: 254-020-4223000; Fax: 254-020-4223001;
e-mail: recruit-ilri@cgiar.org.
The name and reference number of the position for which the application is made should be clearly marked on the envelopes of mailed, or on the fax or email applications.
For further information on IWMI – http://www.cgiar.org/ilri