Jobs at International Potato Center (CIP) in Uganda

Job Title: Deputy manager for the sweetpotato program in Africa, Kampala, Uganda Closing Date: Tuesday, 15 May 2012 IITA-Uganda 15 Naguru East Road, Naguru Kampala, Uganda Tel.: (+256) 41 4285060, 41 4285064 Fax: (+256) 41 4285079 Screening starts: May 15, 2012 | Unit: SSA | Type: IRS Ref.: 12-35 DM/IRS/SSA The International Potato Center (CIP) is seeking an innovative scientist with management experience to co-lead the further growth, development, and implementation of its 10 year Sweetpotato for Profit and Health Initiative (SPHI). The SPHI seeks to ensure that the goal of positively impacting 10 million African households through the effective and diversified use of sweetpotato is reached by 2020. The Center: CIP is a not-for-profit international agricultural research -for-development organization with a focus on potato, sweetpotato, and Andean roots and tubers. Its vision is of roots and tubers improving the lives of the poor. CIP is dedicated to achieving food security , improved well-being, and gender equity for poor people in root and tuber farming and food systems of the developing world. CIP works with partners to contribute high quality science, technology, and capacity strengthening for sustainable science-based solutions. CIP is headquartered in Lima, Peru, with staff and activities in over 30 locations across Asia, Africa, and Latin America . CIP is a member of the Consultative Group for International Agricultural Research , a network of 15 research centers mostly located in the developing world and supported by more than 50 donor members. The position: CIP and its research and development partners are currently engaged in joint breeding, seed system, crop management, nutrition, advocacy, and delivery system research for development activities in 10 Sub-Saharan Africa countries, with a perspective of expanding to 6 additional countries. The position requires a creative thinker able to develop and mobilize resources for their own and related areas of expertise, manage a diverse multi-disciplinary research portfolio and staff from differing cultures, and who has excellent communication and quantitative skills. The position needs someone comfortable in working with a diverse set of private and public sector partners and has a results-oriented approach to project implementation. CIP has its main regional office in Nairobi, Kenya, but this position will be based in Kampala, Uganda after spending an orientation period in Nairobi. Duties and accountabilities: Co-lead the sweetpotato program in Africa under the guidance of the SPHI leader, having responsibilities for specific countries in terms of program management and resource mobilization (55%) Coordinate the monitoring of progress across the program to ensure its integration into CIP's medium-term plan and the broader consortium research programs (25%) Conduct research as a co-investigator in an area relevant to the program's objectives (20%) Selection Criteria PhD in relevant field (Nutrition, Agricultural Economics , Food Science, Crop Management) with at least 4 years of post-doctoral work experience Experience in managing research or development programs, preferably in a multi-disciplinary, multi-cultural context Strong understanding of monitoring and evaluation systems required for assessing project impact Strong communication and writing skills in English and demonstration of competency in French, Portuguese or Spanish Evidence of ability to mobilize resources Good publication record commensurate with years of experience Commitment to working in a multi-partner, multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural environment in Sub-Saharan Africa Willingness to travel extensively Conditions: Employment contract will be for a three-year term (with a four month probation period) with possibility of renewal. Salary will be internationally competitive, paid in US dollars, and commensurate with experience. CIP provides additional benefits, including employer-paid medical, life and disability insurance and retirement benefits. Allowances towards relocation, housing, home leave travel, dependents' education and annual leave are also provided. CIP prides itself on its collegial and supportive working environment, which allows space for personal and professional growth. How to Apply: Applicants should apply by email, sending a letter of motivation, a full C.V., and the names and contact information of three referees knowledgeable about the candidate's professional qualifications and work experience to , copied to Jan Low at j.low@cgiar.org. The reference name of the position should be clearly marked on the subject line of the email message. Screening of applications will begin on 15 May 2012 and will continue until the post is filled. All applications will be acknowledged; only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Learn more about CIP by accessing our web site at CIP is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified women and professionals from developing countries are particularly encouraged to apply Deadline: 15th May 2012