Tree Domestication Technical – Research Assistant (19-119)

ICRAF through its host institution in Peru the International Potato Center (CIP) is seeking a Tree Domestication Technical – Research Assistant, to provide research, logistical and administrative support to the following ICRAF research activities: FuenteS (STC – Peru), Tress-in-Farms project (IKI) and Genebank.

The position: The Research Assistant position will be based in Lima, Peru and will report to ICRAF Regional Manager and Landscape & Climate Change Scientist.  

Key responsibilities:

·     Provide research support to other ICRAF research activities in Peru, with emphasis on, but not restricted to, the Peruvian Amazon, with emphasis on FTA FP1 activities

·         Provide logistical support to other ICRAF research activities in Ucayali, Peru, and neighboring regions

·         Safeguard monitor and report on conditions of ICRAF assets in Pucallpa and provide information to the ICRAF Regional Finance Officer on areas of her/his competence.

·         Serve as immediate contact point for ICRAF partners based in Ucayali, including local INIA staff

·         Represent the Regional Coordinator and other ICRAF scientists in local meetings in Ucayali and neighboring regions.

·         In general, contribute to fulfilling the mission and objectives of ICRAF, as required by immediate supervisor

Requirements

What are we looking for?

·         Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy or related field

·         At least 1 year of experience required in similar position

·         Proficiency in relevant software packages (Microsoft Office)

·         Intermediate knowledge of database work

·         Excellent command of the English and Spanish languages, both written and spoken

·         Able to travel frequently inside Peru (Pucallpa department)

Benefits

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Why should you consider this opportunity?

·         ICRAF is an international organization that has a strong, state-of-the-art R for D background and is dedicated to generating and applying the best available knowledge on the diverse roles that trees play in agricultural landscapes for the benefit of both farmers and the environment.

·         The selected candidate will integrate a dynamic and rapidly growing team with exciting opportunities and start a career in an international research center.

·         ICRAF and CIP are members of the CGIAR, a network of 15 research centers that are mostly located in the developing world and supported by more than 50 donor members.

What are we offering?

·         Generous compensation package commensurate with experience.

·         One-year term contract with the possibility of renewal.

·         Work in an equal and diverse workplace.

Applications: Applicants should apply online through our CIP’s Job Opportunities website (http://cipotato.org/open-vacancies/), including a letter of motivation, a full C.V. with the names and contact information of three references that are knowledgeable of the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience. Screening of applications will begin on November 15, 2019 and will continue until the post is filled. All applications will be acknowledged; only short-listed candidates will be contacted.