AN OUTSTANDING OPPORTUNITY TO WORK IN A LEADING AFRICA-BASED CROP CENTER AND MEMBER OF CGIAR FOCUSING ON RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT OF THE KEY AFRICAN FOOD CROPS

  International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is a not-for-profit institution that generates agricultural innovations to meet Africa’s most pressing challenges of hunger, malnutrition, poverty, and natural resource degradation. Working with various partners across sub-Saharan Africa, IIT improves livelihoods, enhance food and nutrition security, increase employment, and preserve natural resource integrity. IITA is a member of CGIAR, a global agriculture research partnership for a food secure future.   IITA has successful breeding programs on six very important crops in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA): cassava, yam, banana/plantain, maize, soybean and cowpea. In recent years, these have been reviewed based on the Breeding Program Assessment Tool (BPAT). The programs have also had extensive interaction with the CGIAR Excellence in Breeding (EiB) platform during which crop specific and cross-cutting (institutional) improvement plans have been developed along with product profiles and market segmentation analyses. IITA plans to improve the quality of its field stations, farm operations, and plant growth facilities as part of the plans for, and in support of, improving crop breeding. To achieve this, an experienced manager with a strong background in research farm management and the ability to work closely with an Institutional Head of Breeding and breeding team leads is needed. This is a Senior level appointment and the appointee will report to the Director for West Africa.   Head of Farm Management The Head of Farm Management will manage the research farms and plant growth facilities of IITA in support of activities of the Institute’s crop breeding programs. S/he will have responsibility for all IITA research farms and plant growth facilities in sub-Saharan Africa, with 70% of his/her time in West Africa (especially at Ibadan, Ikenne and Kano stations in Nigeria) and 30% at IITA stations outside West Africa (e.g. in Zambia, Tanzania, Uganda). With support from station farm managers/superintendents and other staff, his/her activities will include the following:  

• Lead research farm teams in the implementation of field operations of breeding programs in collaboration with breeding team leads.
• As lead for a Western Africa support network for field operations, develop a plan for running trials (at cost) for other CGIAR centers and national research programs and identify opportunities for sharing services with them.
• Develop and implement improvement plans for irrigation and soil and pest management.
• Ensure organization and regular maintenance and repair of farm machinery and equipment.
• Ensure monitoring and control of farm operations efficiency.
• Optimize procedures for material handling and workflow for seed processing and packaging.
• Manage greenhouse equipment, fertigation, pest management, and environmental controls.
• Define an investment plan for research farms and plant growth facilities in consultation with the head of breeding and breeding team leads.
• Contribute to resource mobilization for upgrading farm infrastructure and equipment.
• Manage the human and financial resources of the Research Farms Unit.
• Develop the capacity of research farm staff and raise the quality of farm management at all sites, including increased mechanization of operations.
• Establish a culture of continuous improvement of experimental stations and farm practices.
• Promote a culture of maintaining healthy, safe and environmentally friendly stations.

  Candidate Profile We are looking for an experienced manager with a strong background in research farm management and the ability to work closely with an Institutional Head of Breeding and breeding team leads. Candidates should possess:

• MSc degree in agronomy or related field in agriculture.
• At least ten years’ experience in the management of research farms, preferably in support of crop breeding programs
• Ability to manage change in complex, multi-country operations
• Sound understanding of agronomy and proven experience in the management of soil fertility, irrigation systems, and mechanization
• Proficient in the use of software packages for managing projects and agricultural practices on research stations and farms
• Experience in the management of plant growth facilities
• Excellent work ethics and effective leadership, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to adapt to longer work schedules when seasonally required and to operate under time pressure when needed
• Experience in research farm management in Africa will be an advantage

  Duty station is in IITA's headquarters (Ibadan, Nigeria). The initial appointment will be for three years. IITA is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes applications from women candidates. IITA offers a competitive remuneration package paid in US dollars.   Applications must include covering letter which should address how the candidate’s background/experience relates to the specific duties of the position applied for, curriculum vitae, names and addresses of three professional referees (which must include either the Head of the applicant’s current or previous organization or applicant’s direct Supervisor/Superior at his/her present or former place of work). The application should be addressed to Ms. Auree de Carbon by email at adecarbon@carrhure.com. Deadline extended until June 22, 2020, at 18:00 CET. Please indicate in the 'Subject' of the email the title 'application for the post of ‘Head of Farm Management’.   Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.  

AN OUTSTANDING OPPORTUNITY TO WORK IN THE WORLD’S FIRST GLOBAL ENVIRONMENTAL ORGANIZATION FOCUSED ON CONSERVING THE INTEGRITY AND DIVERSITY OF NATURE AND ENSURING THAT ANY USE OF NATURAL RESOURCES IS EQUITABLE AND ECOLOGICALLY SUSTAINABLE

  IUCN - The International Union for Conservation of Nature (https://www.iucn.org/) was founded in 1948 as the world’s first global environmental organization and has today grown into the largest global conservation network. It brings together 87 States, 127 government agencies, 1102 NGOs, 19 indigenous people organizations and 44 affiliates, and, through six global Commissions, some 15,000 voluntary scientists and experts from 181 countries in a unique worldwide partnership. Its mission is to influence, encourage and assist societies throughout the world to conserve the integrity and diversity of nature and to ensure that any use of natural resources is equitable and ecologically sustainable. IUCN’s work builds upon the organization’s niche as the world’s leading authority on biodiversity conservation, nature-based solutions and related environmental governance. Within the framework of global conventions, IUCN has helped over 75 countries to prepare and implement national conservation and biodiversity strategies.   IUCN has approximately 900 staff, most of whom are located in its 42 Regional and Country Offices while 170 work at its Headquarters in Gland, Switzerland. IUCN operates on a current annual budget of approximately CHF125 million funded by membership dues, projects and unrestricted contributions from governments, foundations, development banks, and others. The Director General will be based in IUCN HQ in Gland, Switzerland and will oversee the work of the Union as a whole.   Director General Appointed by the Council, the Director General is the CEO of the Union and Head of the Secretariat. S/he is responsible and accountable to the Council, and the President between meetings of the Council, for the effective implementation of the policies and programmes of the Union. His/her most important tasks are to promote the mission of IUCN and link this mission to the financial strategies that sustain the organization. S/he will shape and lead the implementation of the Union’s Global Programme as established by the Congress and Council. With the President, s/he serves as an Ambassador and spokesperson for the Union on major platforms, promoting the mission of IUCN.   Priorities of the Position:

• Manage and lead the Union by articulating its vision, mission and policies and implementing the Union’s Global Programme.
• Work with Council, Regional Councilors and Commission Chairs to implement that Programme.
• Support the “One Programme Charter” which seeks to ensure that the different parts of IUCN: Members, as represented by National and Regional Committees, Commissions and facilitated by the Secretariat, work together to develop, implement and advance IUCN’s Programme of work.
• Lead, manage and motivate staff both at headquarters and within the IUCN regions, including initiating and implementing major initiatives through the decentralized regional offices.
• Promote partnerships with relevant private, public, development and non- governmental sectors to enhance the reach and impact of the Union’s Global Programme.
• Ensure financial sustainability by expanding and diversifying the sources of finance including through Framework Donors and by mobilizing new and innovative sources of revenue and funding to support the activities of the Union.
• Strive to enhance the global visibility and broaden the influence of the Union and represent and promote the nature conservation and ecologically sustainable development agenda in global public policy arenas.
• Communicate, coordinate and continuously engage with all parts of the Union, in particular with the Members and expert Commissions, to leverage their capacities and deliver targeted Programme results.
• Understand, and where needed, mediate between the diverse interests of NGO and State/government agency members of IUCN to further nature conservation and ecologically sustainable development goals, collectively and collaboratively.
• Ensure that IUCN’s programme and conservation solutions remain relevant in the context of emerging global issues.

  Candidate Profile We are looking for goal-oriented and creative team players with a graduate degree ideally in subject areas related to conservation, environmental protection and/or sustainable development. He or she must have a minimum of 20 years of relevant experience to undertake the role with a proven track record of leadership in international organizations, international NGOs, knowledge networks, civil service institutions and similar entities.   Candidates should also possess:

• Managerial, conceptual, organizational competencies, characterized by:
  • A proven record of leading and managing, at high / top administrator level, large multinational and multicultural institutions / organizations with widely recognized influence in the world.
  • An ability to manage, steer, and coordinate complex programmes of a policy and/or conservation nature at the international level across diverse constituencies.
  • A strong record of accomplishment in building consensus among stakeholders with varied or diverging points of view.
  • Demonstrate successful experience in engaging with governments at the highest level.
  • A demonstrated experience with managing nature conservation and ecologically sustainable development projects at different scales, including their financial and control management.
  • An ability to lead, motivate and manage a decentralized organization through a process of distance management - delegation matched with performance monitoring.
  • Demonstrated successful experience in the running and governance of a multinational and multicultural organization. Experience with conceptualizing and managing strategic change to deliver effective results.
  • An ability to align the interest and expertise of Members in the strategic design and implementation of the Union’s Global Programme.
  • A good understanding and appreciation of the value of the IUCN Commissions and the commitment to fully engage and support these volunteer networks in design and delivery of the Union’s Programme.
  • A significant and proven track record in fundraising from diverse public and private sector organizations.
  • A clear understanding of financial and corporate governance aspects especially as they relate to the management of a non-profit organization.
  • Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing financing strategies aligned with the IUCN Programme.
  • The ability to set priorities and organizational goals to achieve results and to apply judgment in respect of people and situations.
  • A familiarity with the culture of civil society as well as experience of interaction with governmental organizations and the private sector.
  • Sensitivity and exposure to dealing with growing conservation and environmental challenges in a changing world, in particular with the center of gravity of global development shifting South and East.
  • A deep knowledge of global policy processes as well as multilateral institutions and governance especially as they relate to conservation, environment and sustainable development..

• Competencies of character and personality, characterized by:
  • Demonstrated commitment to nature conservation and ecologically sustainable development.
  • Excellent leadership, written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proven diplomatic skills coupled with familiarity and sensitivity to different cultures, genders, languages and countries and ability to convince, negotiate and build consensus and foster teamwork.

• A thorough and clear understanding of the major conservation, environmental and sustainable development issues at the international policy level, in particular within the context of the evolving environment/development interface and IUCN’s focus on conservation and nature-based solutions;
• A proven record in the management and implementation of conservation/sustainable development programmes in both the developed and developing parts of the world, and the ability to make short- term operational changes and long-term structural changes to strengthen the management and financial sustainability of the organization;
• A working knowledge of the science, law, policy and ethics underlying the Union’s conservation programmes;
• A demonstrable ability to engage and operate effectively at the highest policy and political levels as well as mobilization of a large Union and utilization of high-level networks and members;
• Strong communication skills to reach out to the broader conservation and development communities, and to engage stakeholders across the Union;
• Fluency in English, both spoken and written. A good knowledge of Spanish and/or French (other IUCN official languages), would be an asset;
• A demonstrable ability to enable, engage and facilitate the work of a diverse Membership and networks of expert Commission volunteers.

  An attractive package will be offered in order to motivate candidates with superior qualifications. IUCN is an equal opportunity employer. The Director General will be based at the IUCN Headquarters in Gland, Switzerland.   Applicants should send their an up-to-date CV and a cover letter illustrating their suitability for the above position against the listed qualifications, competencies, and skills with copies of the highest diploma/degree, training certificates related to the position, and names and email addresses of 3 professional referees to Ms. Auree de Carbon by email at: adecarbon@carrhure.com no later than December 17, 2019 at 18.00 CET. Please indicate in the 'Subject' of the email the title 'application for the post of ‘Director General’.   Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.    

AN OUTSTANDING OPPORTUNITY TO WORK AS PRINCIPAL RECRUITER AND DISPLAY AND IMPROVE YOUR HEADHUNTING SKILLS IN ATTRACTING CANDIDATES AND MATCHING THEM TO TEMPORARY OR PERMANENT POSITIONS WITH CLIENT COMPANIES AND TO WORK WITH THE NON-FOR -PROFIT SECTOR

  Background Headquartered in Paris, France, CARRHURE Consulting (www.carrhure.com) was established in March 2012. With consulting recruitment as its core business, CARRHURE specializes in identifying, gauging, and attracting leaders in the non-for-profit and non-government organizations (NGO) sectors.   Responsibilities As a freelance/ Independent recruiter, named Principal Recruiter, you are responsible for matching candidates to permanent positions with client companies at C-level or mid-level positions. You work with client’s companies, building relationships in order to gain a better understanding of their recruitment needs and requirements. Independent Principal Recruiters screen candidates, interview them, do background checks and finally match them to the clients ‘need. Independent Consultants also provide advice to both clients and candidates on salary levels, training requirements and career opportunities.   Key Responsibilities: As Freelance / independent Recruiter, you will provide a vital link between clients and candidates. The role is demanding and diverse and involves:

• advertising vacancies by drafting and placing adverts in a range of media, for example newspapers, websites, magazines;
• using social media to advertise positions, attract candidates and build relationships with candidates and employers;
• headhunting - identifying and approaching suitable candidates who may already be in work;
• using candidate databases to match the right person to the client's vacancy;
• receiving and reviewing applications, managing interviews and tests and creating a shortlist of candidates for the client;
• requesting references and checking the suitability of applicants before submitting their details to the client;
• briefing the candidate about the responsibilities, salary and benefits of the job in question;
• preparing CVs and correspondence to forward to clients regarding of suitable applicants;
• organising interviews for candidates as requested by the client;
• informing candidates about the results of their interviews;
• negotiating pay and salary rates and finalising arrangements between client and candidates;
• offering advice to both clients and candidates on pay rates, training and career progression;
• working towards and exceeding targets that may relate to the number of candidates placed, a value to be billed to clients or business leads generated;
• reviewing recruitment policies to ensure effectiveness of selection techniques and recruitment programmes.

  Qualifications The Principal Recruiter position is open to graduates regardless of degree subject. We value drive, experience, skills and abilities as well as the determination to succeed over specific qualifications. Candidates must be fluent in English with high standards in terms of intellectual honesty, integrity, ability to recognize mistakes and correct them.   Skills

• excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
• passionate about the NFP sector
• discretion
• intellectual curiosity
• hands-on personality
• servant leadership style
• a goal-orientated approach to work;
• the ability to handle multiple priorities;
• problem-solving ability;
• the ability to meet deadlines and targets;
• tenacity;
• confidence and self-motivation;
• time management and organisational skills;
• team-player
• Maturity
• Humility

  The ideal candidate must also enjoy working in a high-pressure environment and the responsibility that comes with it. This is a home-based position with frequent international travels.   Interested applicants may send their CV and a cover letter to adecarbon@carrhure.com  

OPPORTUNITY TO PLAY A CRITICAL ROLE IN AN INTERNATIONAL GLOBAL AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH ORGANIZATION AS HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR

  The International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) is a non-profit, non-political organization that conducts agricultural research for development in the drylands of Asia and sub-Saharan Africa. Covering 6.5 million square kilometers of land in 55 countries, the semi-arid or dryland tropics has over 2 billion people, and 644 million of these are the poorest of the poor.   ICRISAT (www.icrisat.org) and its partners help empower these poor people to overcome poverty, hunger and a degraded environment through better agriculture. ICRISAT is headquartered in Hyderabad, Telangana State, in India, with two regional hubs (Nairobi, Kenya and Bamako, Mali) and country offices in Niger, Nigeria, Zimbabwe, Malawi, Ethiopia, and Mozambique.   ICRISAT conducts research on five highly nutritious drought-tolerant crops: chickpea, pigeon pea, pearl millet, sorghum, and groundnut.   ICRISAT envisions prosperous, food-secure and resilient dryland tropics by reducing poverty, hunger, malnutrition and environmental degradation in the dryland tropics through partnership-based international agricultural research for development that embodies Science with a Human Face.   The position is based in ICRISAT’s Headquarters, Patancheru, Hyderabad, India and reports to the Director General.   Director of Human Resources The successful candidate should have relevant experience in developing and implementing a solid HR strategy to support ICRISAT in building an agile and forward-looking organization. He or she should have the capacity to develop and oversee performance management processes to support a high-performing culture at an individual and organizational level. He or she should also develop and implement an effective reward and recognition strategy to support the strategic objectives of the organization and to motivate staff. The Director of Human Resources will also oversee the implementation of human resources management at all ICRISAT locations to ensure that the design and application of the approved personnel policies are consistent with the needs and expectations of staff, as well as the local values, practices, and regulations. The new director is expected to advise and guide Regional Directors, Country Heads, and other Unit Heads on complex and sensitive organizational and people issues to enable senior management to take appropriate action. Other important HR functions include negotiating and managing the terms of outsourced services to ensure value for money and adherence to standards, managing the HR team to deliver quality and customer-focused services, and developing effective working relationships with Staff Council and other staff representatives to ensure harmonious employment relations. Lastly, he or she will serve on the executive management team and other committees if necessary.   Key Responsibilities The ideal candidate will:

• Lead HR practices to provide an employee-oriented, high-performance culture that emphasizes empowerment, quality deliverables, productivity and standards, goal attainment, and the recruitment and ongoing development of a superior workforce.
• Provide strategic direction and leadership on the development and deployment of appropriate HR policies across the organization to foster inclusion, equality, and diversity.
• Assess and update the current and future policy requirements to support strategic aims of the organization.
• Provide direction on staff engagement so that ICRISAT can attract and retain culturally and gender diverse talent and rank high as a preferred place to work.

Major Activities:

• Develop and implement a HR strategy to support building an agile and forward-looking organization.
• Develop and oversee performance management processes to support a high-performing culture at an individual and organizational level.
• Develop and implement an effective reward and recognition strategy to support the strategic objectives of the organization and to motivate staff.
• Oversee implementation of human resources management at all ICRISAT locations to ensure that the design and application of the approved personnel policies are consistent with the needs and expectations of staff, as well as the local values, practices and regulations.
• Advise and guide Regional Directors, Country Heads and other Unit Heads on complex and sensitive organizational and people issues to enable senior management to take appropriate action.
• Negotiate and manage the terms of outsourced services to ensure value for money and appropriate service standards are maintained.
• Manage the HR team to deliver quality and customer-focused services.
• Develop effective working relationships with Staff Council and other staff representatives to ensure harmonious employment relations.
• Serve on the executive management team and other committees as may be necessary.
• Represent ICRISAT in HR-related CGIAR System activities and in support of One CGIAR

Candidate Profile We are looking for high caliber candidates with an advanced degree in Human Resources Management preferably from top-level institutions and possess work experience of at least 15 years in HR of which 6 years is preferably at a senior management level and the most recent role at a strategic level. Candidates should also possess:

• • Proven capability to manage HR operations in a large multi-cultural, multi-location organization, including all aspects of management: managing budgets and staff, building and managing partnerships, and leading a diverse team.
  • Experience in developing and enacting policy where multiple stakeholders, including internal and external parties, are involved in achieving outcomes.
  • Experience in addressing governance, institutional and staffing aspects of an organization.
  • Experience in designing and leading successful change management programs.
  • Demonstrated expertise in written and oral communications and public awareness activities.
  • Demonstrated championing of the critical areas of gender, youth, nutrition, knowledge sharing and innovation.
   

This is an Internationally Recruited Staff (IRS) position with a competitive salary and benefits package payable in US Dollars. The position is initially for three years, and extendable depending on performance of the incumbent and funding availability.   ICRISAT offers competitive terms of employment. ICRISAT is an equal opportunity employer: applications from women are strongly encouraged. ICRISAT is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce and encourages qualified women and men of all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization. ICRISAT strongly encourages applications from qualified women. Applicants should send their CV and a cover letter including names and email addresses of 3 professional referees to Ms. Auree de Carbon by email at adecarbon@carrhure.com no later than November 28^th, 18.00 CET.  

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

AN EXCEPTIONAL OPPORTUNITY TO WORK IN A CGIAR CENTER’S SENIOR MANAGEMENT POSITION DEDICATED TO REDUCING POVERTY, ENHANCING FOOD AND NUTRITION SECURITY, AND IMPROVING NATURAL RESOURCES

  Bioversity International (https://www.bioversityinternational.org/) and CIAT (https://ciat.cgiar.org/) are advancing in establishing an Alliance to deliver research-based solutions that harness agricultural biodiversity and sustainably transform food systems to improve people’s lives. Implementation is underway to operationalize the Alliance in January 2020. The main components include finalizing a research strategy and results framework (SRF); and aligning and harmonizing operations and procedures to reduce transaction costs, and increase effectiveness and impact.   The Alliance works with local, national and multinational partners from low- to high-income countries across Latin America and the Caribbean, Asia and Africa, and with the public and private sectors. With partners, the Alliance generates evidence and mainstreams innovations in large-scale programmes to create food systems and landscapes that sustain the planet, drive prosperity and nourish people. The Alliance is part of CGIAR, the world’s largest agricultural research and innovation partnership for a food-secure future dedicated to reducing poverty, enhancing food and nutrition security, and improving natural resources.   Together, Bioversity and CIAT bring a combined 2019 budget of roughly US$128 million and approximately 1200 staff to the Alliance. With operational presence in more than 12 countries, around 80 staff, 6 country offices, and a strong project proposal pipeline, the Asia region is one of the three key regional priorities for the Alliance.  

Managing Director for Asia

The Alliance seeks a Managing Director to lead operations in Asia (MD Asia), based in Hanoi, Vietnam. The MD Asia, who will report to the Director General (DG) in Rome, will be responsible for the organization’s ongoing success in the region, working closely with colleagues and partners and building on its accomplishments, experience, and partnerships in the region.   In a role that spans research and management, The MD Asia will play a pivotal role in advancing change efforts, as the Alliance strive to build a unified, efficient and agile research organization that is positioned to carry out its SRF. Within the framework of the global SRF, the MD Asia will lead the process to shape the Alliance’s research strategy for the Asia region, and will oversee its implementation.   This opportunity will engage a creative and forward-thinking leader who is prepared to collaboratively tackle strategic, research, and organizational demands to strengthen the Alliance’s capacity to successfully serve its important mission.   Candidate Profile We are looking for goal-oriented and creative team players with an advanced university degree PhD or Master’s degree in a relevant field. He or she must be an accomplished leader or manager of a regional or global organization, with a track record of success in mobilizing resources and experience in leading an organization through change, A deep knowledge of the research for development landscape in Asia, and the role of international and regionally-based players.   Candidates should also possess:

• Capabilities and Knowledge in:
  • Research Strategy and Implementation: Understands the research needs in the Asia region, the role of various players, and the niche of the Alliance. Provides strategic direction of Alliance research in the region, in alignment with the global SRF and in collaboration with colleagues and partners. Guides the formulation of priorities and plans, and oversees results-oriented implementation.
  • Partnerships and Communications: Builds new and maintains active strategic partnerships in the region that advance research, resource mobilization, and government relations. Identifies and successfully pursues opportunities to develop the project pipeline and attract funding, working collaboratively with others. Serves as a lead spokesperson in the region, creating positive visibility for the Alliance.
  • Management and Organization: Plans and ensures sound management of the Alliance operations, including oversight to regional country offices, finances and facilities in the region, strengthening systems and practices in response to research needs. Serves as a “champion” of organizational change and alignment efforts in the region, and fosters trust and a high-performing team culture.
• High-level relationships in the Asia region, and excellent relationship-building skills, working within a diverse community
• Fluency in English is mandatory. Knowledge of a second language relevant to regional needs and context is highly desirable
• He or she must be an excellent communicator including the ability to build and promote teamwork, build consensus and a business savvy

  This position is internationally recruited. The contract will be for three (3) years, renewable depending on performance. The Alliance strives to offer multicultural, collegial research environment with competitive salary and excellent benefits; we believe that the diversity of our staff contributes to excellence.   CIAT is an equal opportunity employer: applications from qualified women are strongly encouraged.   Applicants should send their an up-to-date CV and a cover letter illustrating their suitability for the above position against the listed qualifications, competencies, and skills with copies of the highest diploma/degree, training certificates related to the position, and names and email addresses of 3 professional referees to Ms. Auree de Carbon by email at: adecarbon@carrhure.com no later than November 8, 2019 at 18.00 CET. Please indicate in the 'Subject' of the email the title 'application for the post of ‘Managing Director for Asia’.   Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

AN EXCEPTIONAL OPPORTUNITY TO WORK IN A CGIAR CENTER’S SENIOR MANAGEMENT POSITION DEDICATED TO REDUCING POVERTY, ENHANCING FOOD AND NUTRITION SECURITY, AND IMPROVING NATURAL RESOURCES

  Bioversity International (https://www.bioversityinternational.org/) and CIAT (https://ciat.cgiar.org/) are advancing in establishing an Alliance to deliver research-based solutions that harness agricultural biodiversity and sustainably transform food systems to improve people’s lives. Implementation is underway to operationalize the Alliance in January 2020. The main components include finalizing a research strategy and results framework (SRF), and aligning and harmonizing operations and procedures to reduce transaction costs and increase effectiveness and impact.   The Alliance works with local, national and multinational partners from low- to high-income countries across Latin America and the Caribbean, Asia and Africa, and with the public and private sectors. With partners, the Alliance generates evidence and mainstreams innovations in large-scale programs to create food systems and landscapes that sustain the planet, drive prosperity and nourish people. The Alliance is part of CGIAR, the world’s largest agricultural research and innovation partnership for a food-secure future dedicated to reducing poverty, enhancing food and nutrition security, and improving natural resources.   Together, Bioversity and CIAT bring a combined 2019 budget of roughly US$128 million and approximately 1,200 staff to the Alliance. Some 60% of staff are at the 500-hectares CIAT campus in Palmira, Colombia, where “Future Seeds,” a state-of-the-art genetic resources center, is under construction.  

Managing Director for the Americas

The Managing Director (MD) will lead the operations in the Americas, from the campus in Palmira. The MD, who will report to the Director General (DG) in Rome.   Key Responsibilities

• Will be responsible for the organization’s ongoing success in the region, working closely with colleagues and partners and building on the centers’ accomplishments, experience, and partnerships in the region.
• In a role that spans research and management, the MD will play a pivotal role in advancing change efforts, as CIAT and Bioversity International strive to build a unified, efficient and agile research organization that is positioned to carry out its SRF.
• Within the framework of the global SRF, the MD will lead the process to shape the Alliance’s research strategy for the Americas and will oversee its implementation.
• This individual also will be responsible for overseeing, and as appropriate rethinking, the business operations at the campus in Palmira, and serving as the legal representative of CIAT in Colombia.
• This opportunity will engage a creative and forward-thinking leader who is prepared to collaboratively tackle strategic, research, and organizational demands to strengthen the Alliance’s capacity to successfully serve our important mission

  Candidate Profile We are looking for goal-oriented and creative team players with an advanced university degree Ph.D. or Master’s degree in a relevant field. He or she must be an accomplished leader or manager of a regional or global organization, with a track record of success in mobilizing resources and experience in leading an organization through change, deep knowledge of the research-for-development landscape in the Americas and the role of international and regionally based players.   Candidates should also possess:

• Capabilities and Knowledge in:
  • Research Strategy and Implementation: Understands the research needs in the Americas, the role of various players, and the niche of the Alliance.
  • Partnerships and Communications: Builds new and maintains active strategic partnerships in the region that advance research, resource mobilization, and government relations.
  • Management and Organization: Plans and ensures sound management of the Palmira campus and Alliance operations, finances and facilities in the region, strengthening systems and practices in response to research needs.
• High-level relationships in the Americas and excellent relationship-building skills, working within a diverse community
• Fluency in English and Spanish both verbal and written is essential
• He or she must be an excellent communicator including the ability to build and promote teamwork, build consensus and a business-savvy

  Please note that only a non-Colombian incumbent may have the status of head of an international technical mission and enjoy the associated privileges and immunities in Colombia, according to the terms of the Host Country Agreement signed between the Government of Colombia and CIAT.   This position is internationally recruited. The contract will be for three (3) years, renewable depending on performance. The Alliance strives to offer multicultural, collegial research environment with a competitive salary and excellent benefits; we believe that the diversity of our staff contributes to excellence.   CIAT is an equal opportunity employer: applications from qualified women are strongly encouraged.   Applicants should send their an up-to-date CV and a cover letter illustrating their suitability for the above position against the listed qualifications, competencies, and skills with copies of the highest diploma/degree, training certificates related to the position, and names and email addresses of 3 professional referees to Ms. Auree de Carbon by email at: adecarbon@carrhure.com no later than September 27, 2019 at 18.00 CET. Please indicate in the 'Subject' of the email the title 'application for the post of ‘Managing Director for the Americas’.   Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

AN EXCEPTIONAL OPPORTUNITY TO WORK IN AN INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATION FOCUSED ON HAVING A HEALTHY, INCLUSIVE AND RESILIENT WORLD THROUGH SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH, INNOVATION, AND CAPACITY STRENGTHENING

  We have been retained by the International Potato Center (https://cipotato.org/) to fill the Technical Lead: Consumer Insights and Market Development Position. Currently, we are contacting market researchers and development specialists to help us locate a person who is qualified and ready for this position.   CIP, a global CGIAR research center, works to improve diets and incomes of poor people in Africa, Asia, and Latin America through scientific research, innovation, and capacity strengthening. CIP is working closely with research partners, governments, private sector and civil society in more than 20 countries. Focusing on potato and sweet potato as the entry point, CIP’s programs seek to strengthen broader agri-food systems to generate economic, social and nutritional benefits for farmers, enterprises, and consumers emphasizing the priorities of women and youth in particular. Harnessing the power of markets to reach low-income consumers is a key part of our strategy. Entrusted with renewed support from globally leading funders, including the UK government and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, CIP is looking for fresh and ambitious technical leadership that will strengthen its ability to engage with markets for connecting with the lives of poor people at a large scale.   The position is based in Nairobi, Kenya.  

Technical Lead: Consumer Insights and Market Development

The International Potato Center (CIP) is seeking a dynamic and ambitious market researcher and development specialist to upgrade and lead organization-wide efforts for consumer research and market development. This is a great opportunity to contribute to sustainable and nutritious food systems for some of the world’s poorest people by joining a leading international agricultural research center.   The Technical Lead: Consumer Insights and Market Development will lead CIP’s engagement with food market systems in Africa and South Asia, with an initial focus on biofortified sweet potato where demand for collaboration from commercial partners has grown strongly. The overall purpose of this new position is to improve the market orientation of CIP’s technology development and delivery programs and partnerships focusing on low-income consumers in rural and urban markets. The Technical Lead will be able to apply the latest approaches and methodologies for consumer research, market system analysis, supply chain development, and demand creation. S/he will link CIP with leading consumer and market research partners and relevant food system and agri-business networks in Africa, South Asia and globally. The position will contribute to wider CGIAR research programs on markets and nutrition. S/he will report to CIP’s global sweet potato program leader.   Key Responsibilities

• Provide research and technical leadership to CIP’s program portfolio in the area of consumer research, market system analysis, and market development, including during program design, work planning, advanced training, operational research, and reviews and evaluations.
• Lead the design and implementation of consumer insights, market system strengthening and demand creation components in current programs to scale up the utilization of biofortified sweet potato to improve nutrition among low-income consumers in rural and urban markets.
• Initiate and implement targeted research activities to further the understanding of consumer behavior, market systems constraints, and the effectiveness of market systems strengthening options focused on low-income rural and urban consumers and capturing social inclusion, gender and youth considerations. This research will combine up-to-date qualitative and quantitative methodologies and make use of targeted surveys, ethnographic studies, and the use of syndicated data.

• Lead the design and oversee implementation of a new demand creation strategy for CIP, starting with the sweet potato program.
• Lead the production of scientific and technical publications based on this research work and contribute to dissemination through international conferences and similar forums.
• Develop and manage new partnerships with leading consumer and market research institutes and food industry and agri-business networks with a view of strengthening the contributions of sweet potato and potato to food systems of importance to the poor.
• Contribute to strengthening the capacity of CIP and partner teams for implementing consumer and market analysis and demand creation.
• Contribute to global knowledge sharing and collaborative research through multi-crop CGIAR research programs on markets, nutrition, and agri-food systems.

  Candidate Profile We are looking for goal-oriented and creative team players with a Master’s Degree (MSc, MBA) in a field related to market research, business development or social sciences, preferably PhD in social or behavioral science and/or training in agri-food sector and a minimum of 6 to 8 years of experience in a similar position.   He or she must have strong hands-on experience of working or partnering with the commercial private sector in the agriculture or food sector, and direct experience applying market analysis and demand creation approaches in the context of international development programs, preferably within Africa or Asia.   Candidates should also possess:

• Excellent command of qualitative and quantitative methodologies relevant to consumer and market systems research.
• Up-to-date understanding of international food security, nutrition and social development context and familiarity with main research approaches in these areas.
• Proven track record of excellent project management and reporting skills.
• Strong track record of original research and publications in relevant areas.
• Excellent leadership skills to promote effective collaboration within the team and across partner organizations.
• Willingness and ability to travel and work in resource-poor, rural areas.
• Strong written and oral communication skills in English

  This is an internationally recruited position for which CIP offers:

1. Exciting career opportunities in an international organization.
2. Internationally competitive salary paid in US dollars, and commensurate with experience.
3. Comprehensive international insurance coverage.
4. Attractive retirement plan.
5. Three-year term contracts with the possibility of renewal.
6. Work in an equal and diverse workplace.

  CIP is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified women and professionals from developing countries are particularly encouraged to apply.   Applicants should send their an up-to-date CV and a cover letter illustrating their suitability for the above position against the listed qualifications, competencies, and skills with copies of the highest diploma/degree, training certificates related to the position, and names and email addresses of 3 professional referees to Ms. Auree de Carbon by email at: adecarbon@carrhure.com no later than Sept. 12, 2019 at 18.00 CET. Please indicate in the 'Subject' of the email the title 'Application for the post of ‘Technical Lead: Consumer Insights and Market Development’.   Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

AN EXCEPTIONAL OPPORTUNITY TO WORK IN AN INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATION COMMITTED TO HAVE A HEALTHY, INCLUSIVE AND RESILIENT WORLD THROUGH ROOT AND TUBER SYSTEMS.

  We have been retained by the International Potato Center (https://cipotato.org/) to fill the Country Manager in Mozambique Position. Currently, we are contacting country-level managers to help us locate a person who is qualified and ready for this position.   The International Potato Center (CIP) was founded in 1971 as a research-for-development organization with a focus on potato, sweet potato, and Andean roots and tubers. It delivers innovative science-based solutions to enhance access to affordable nutritious food, foster inclusive sustainable business, and employment growth, and drive the climate resilience of root and tuber agri-food systems. Headquartered in Lima, Peru, CIP has a research presence in more than 20 countries in Africa, Asia, and Latin America.   CIP is a CGIAR research center, a global research partnership for a food-secure future. CGIAR science is dedicated to reducing poverty, enhancing food and nutrition security, and improving natural resources and ecosystem services. Its research is carried out by 15 CGIAR centers in close collaboration with hundreds of partners, including national and regional research institutes, civil society organizations, academia, development organizations, and the private sector.  

Country Manager - Mozambique

The International Potato Center (CIP) is seeking a dynamic Country Manager to have oversight of the project activities at the country level to guarantee the delivery of donor commitments.   This position will be based in Mozambique and will report to the Regional Director for Africa. The Country Manager will be engaged primarily in the implementation of project-related research activities in the region. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the design and delivery of quality programs, donor and government relations, fundraising, security, and operations management, and developing a motivated and professional team.   Key Responsibilities Strategic Planning & Management

• Working closing with the Regional Director and regional team to develop a strategic direction and plan for the country program.
• Working closely with project Principal Investigators (PIs) and Global Program Leaders to coordinate integration and implementation of in-country projects, aligned with the strategic country plan.
• Ensure that structures and systems follow CIP standards and that they support program delivery and promote management coordination and efficiency throughout the country.

  Key Partner & Donor Relations

• Develop CIP as a partner of choice for major local and international donors.
• Develop and maintain a high level of understanding of donor priorities, country plans, and planned funding initiatives.
• Maintain and expand participation with key donors, host government, local stakeholders and relevant policy.
• Play the role of institutional representation at country level with donors, partners, regional fora and networks, programmatic meetings/institutions, CGIAR regional meetings, to support projects.

  Fundraising and Budget Management

• Ensure submission of appropriate, timely high-quality proposals and lead required donor negotiations.
• Provide timely and effective oversight of the financial position of the country program including identification and implementation of required changes to match funding levels.
• Maintain effective and coordinated budget monitoring processes for grant funds.

  Security & Operations Management

• In coordination with the Risk & Security Unit ensure that the security management plan for the country program is updated and adherence by all staff to CIP security protocols and procedures.
• Maintain a safe & healthy work environment by establishing, following and enforcing standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations.

  Staff Management, Professional Development, and Team Building

• Create a work atmosphere conducive to professional growth and development of excellent personnel at all levels.

• Promote accountability by conducting staff annual performance reviews with direct supervisees and ensuring that all staff members are effectively using the performance planning and management system.
• Contribute to project team-building efforts and ensure the integration of all team members into relevant decision-making processes.

  Candidate Profile We are looking for goal-oriented and creative team players with MSc degree in Project Management or MBA (Ph.D. in a related field is a plus) and a minimum of 8 years of professional experience at a senior operating role in a global research organization or business enterprises in multiple countries. He or she must have demonstrated project management, financial reporting, management experience and success in working within inter-disciplinary teams and partnerships for research implementation. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Portuguese are required. Candidates should also possess:

• Excellent leadership skills to promote effective collaboration within the team and across partner organizations.
• Experience working in developing country context is required; specific experience in Africa is an advantage.
• Strong publication records consistent with years of experience;
• Proactive, innovative and creative attitudes;
• Willingness and ability to travel and work in resource-poor, rural areas.

  This is an internationally recruited position for which CIP offers a multicultural, collegial research environment with generous compensation package commensurate with experience. The successful candidate will be awarded a three-year term contract with the possibility of renewal.   CIP is an equal opportunity employer: applications from qualified women are strongly encouraged.   Applicants should send their an up-to-date CV and a cover letter illustrating their suitability for the above position against the listed qualifications, competencies, and skills with copies of the highest diploma/degree, training certificates related to the position, and names and email addresses of 3 professional referees to Ms. Auree de Carbon by email at: adecarbon@carrhure.com no later than 6^th of September. Please indicate in the 'Subject' of the email the title 'Application for the post of ‘Country Manager - Mozambique’.   Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

AN EXCEPTIONAL OPPORTUNITY TO WORK IN AN INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATION COMMITTED TO HAVE A HEALTHY, INCLUSIVE AND RESILIENT WORLD THROUGH ROOT AND TUBER SYSTEMS.

We have been retained by the International Potato Center (https://cipotato.org/) to fill the Head of Operations Position, Africa. Currently, we are contacting finance experts to help us locate a person who is qualified and ready for this position. The International Potato Center (CIP) was founded in 1971 as a research-for-development organization with a focus on potato, sweet potato, and Andean roots and tubers. It delivers innovative science-based solutions to enhance access to affordable nutritious food, foster inclusive sustainable business, and employment growth, and drive the climate resilience of root and tuber agri-food systems. Headquartered in Lima, Peru, CIP has a research presence in more than 20 countries in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. CIP is a CGIAR research center, a global research partnership for a food-secure future. CGIAR science is dedicated to reducing poverty, enhancing food and nutrition security, and improving natural resources and ecosystem services. Its research is carried out by 15 CGIAR centers in close collaboration with hundreds of partners, including national and regional research institutes, civil society organizations, academia, development organizations, and the private sector. The position is based at CIP Headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya.

Head of Operations, Africa

The International Potato Center (CIP) is proactively seeking to hire an experienced Head of Operations in Africa to ensure effective execution of operational services, promotes a client-oriented approach consistent with CIP rules and regulations and works in close collaboration with the operations and project staff in the region for solving operational-related issues. The Head of Operations in Africa will report to the Regional Director for Africa. The purpose of this position is to be the partner and complement to the Regional Director to develop, implement, and to manage efficient and productive operations in Africa country offices. Key Responsibilities Business Management & Leadership

• Develop, execute and monitor CIP - Sub Sahara Africa business plan based on an assessment of the key resource requirements to achieve target research outputs and outcomes.
• Ensure implementation of operation management strategies, adapts processes and procedures focusing on achievement of results such as performance indicators, full compliance of CIP rules and regulations and follow up of audits.
• Partner with Department in HQ: FIN, HR, IT, S&R, G&C, PMU to model standards and behaviors to build knowledge across Africa country offices.
• Compile monthly reports on the status of operations in the region and follow up on action points from regional management team meetings
• Create a work atmosphere conducive to professional growth and development of excellent personnel at all levels.
• Promote accountability by conducting staff annual performance reviews with direct supervisees and ensuring that all staff members are effectively using the performance planning and management system.
• Contribute to project team-building efforts and ensure the integration of all team members into relevant decision-making processes

  Operational management Ensure proper management of common services focusing on achieving the following results:

• Finance and Compliance: Ensure operating costs are included in operating budgets and funding proposals and the programmatic growth or scale downs are factored into operations planning. As well, ensure that all support systems and operations teams are operating in accordance with donor compliance regulations.
• HR: Provide leadership to the staff and administration team and ensuring the application of best practices and adherence to national and other relevant compliance regulations.
• IT: Based on compressive needs assessments ensure that all digital data and information needs of operations and program teams are catered for.
• Logistics: Ensure an efficient and responsive supply chain system that meets the needs of program teams.
• Security & Risk: Ensure the highest security & risk management through participatory threat and risk analysis and the development and implementation of standard operating procedures.

Candidate Profile We are looking for innovative and accountable team players with a great sense of integrity. He or she should have remarkable skills in people management, inspiring change, and decision-making. The successful candidate should have an MBA or comparable qualification with about 8 to 10 years of experience in project-based organizations. Other qualifications are as follows:

• Prior work experience in achieving results on the ground in more than one world region.
• Strong professional experience in the management of financial resources preferably in a non-profit environment.
• Familiar with general finance and budgeting, including profit and loss, balance sheet and cash flow management.
• Familiar with the management of high-performance multicultural teams.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English. Knowledge of Portuguese or French is desirable.

This is an internationally recruited position for which CIP offers: a) diverse, multicultural, equal and collegial research environment, b) generous compensation package commensurate with experience, c) competitive international insurance coverage, and attractive retirement plan. The successful candidate will be awarded a 3-year term contract with the possibility of renewal. CIP is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified women and professionals from developing countries are particularly encouraged to apply   Applicants should send their an up-to-date CV and a cover letter illustrating their suitability for the above position against the listed qualifications, competencies, and skills with copies of the highest diploma/degree, training certificates related to the position, and names and email addresses of 3 professional referees to Ms. Auree de Carbon by email at: adecarbon@carrhure.com no later than September 6, 2019 at 18.00 CET. Please indicate in the 'Subject' of the email the title 'Application for the post of ‘Head of Operations’.   Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

AN OUTSTANDING OPPORTUNITY TO PLAY A FUN, DYNAMIC AND CREATIVE ROLE IN COMING UP WITH INNOVATIVE AND HIGH IMPACT MEDIA SOLUTIONS AS A TALENT ACQUISITION SOURCING

Background CARRHURE was established in March 2012, HQ is based in Paris, France. CARRHURE is specialized in identifying, evaluating and attracting leaders in the fields of Non-Profit Organizations and NGO sectors. CARRHURE consulting focuses on human resource and personal development.   Responsibilities Our entrepreneurial executive search firm is looking for a focused, creative, positive, organized, humble, resourceful and highly accountable Research Associate to join our small, yet aggressively growing startup. The firm is currently supporting a number of positions across the globe. Having worked within the industry, directly supporting the businesses mentioned above, the firm's founders have a wealth of experience and an influential network.   Key responsibilities:

• Working side by side with a small highly experienced team;
• Learning the ropes of NGOs services recruitment, competitive research, and candidate screening;
• Assisting the build of the team and directly influencing the growth of the firm and its business;
• Lastly, your ability to earn, will be tied directly to your ability to produce; there will be no cap on your income.
• Perform the function of a Research Associate: researching, identifying and recruiting candidates through the use of innovative search methods that include networking, cold-calling, and the creative use of social, professional, and internet networking sites to identify and source candidates.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, sourcing and identifying candidates for key openings in support of our clients.
• Qualifying candidates through recruiting calls and interviews – screening candidates for essential function/duties, work history, training, technical skills, and salary requirements
• Continually building and maintaining a pipeline of client requirements and talent to accommodate for current and future client demands
• Work under the direction of senior team members to learn about client needs;
• Translate those needs into a search strategy;
• Think creatively about what other firms/groups should be targeted;
• Research these firms and their organizational structure by conducting calls and gathering competitive intelligence;
• Take responsibility for producing extremely talented and qualified candidates for open jobs within the firm's clientele.
• Contribute to the development of the business of the firm

  Candidate Profile These responsibilities require a strong mix of technical and personal skills, as well as experience with a creative presentation of dynamic content in a heavily deadline-driven environment. The successful candidate will possess the following background:

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in sourcing, candidate development, or experienced recruiting in a professional services environment
• Bachelors Degree; or equivalent work experience
• Advanced user knowledge of technology and online sourcing and research tools
  • Lead generation and/or organizational mapping experience
  • Aptitude with internet research techniques (e.g., Boolean searches, website flipping, etc.)
  • Strong investigation/data analysis/research/market-mapping related activities
• Highly self-motivated with the ability to work independently and autonomously
• Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
• Certifications in internet sourcing techniques a plus

  Key competencies required are:

• Drive and determination to see clients/ Team succeed
• Self-driven, reactive.
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Strong attitude, aptitude and professional experience with excellent interpersonal skills including strong self-motivation, focus, and passion for recruiting
• An entrepreneurial spirit, creative spark, and excitement for building a business
• An ability to be resourceful, take initiative and self-manage
• An ability to multi-task, problem solve and manage multiple projects
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong commitment to client/candidate service (e.g. responsive to emails, phone calls, proactive in providing  feedback and maintaining communications with candidates and clients)
• A strong desire to generate new business

  The ideal candidate will also need current technology, including a reliable computer, Internet connection, phone with voice mail or answering machine, fax machine or computer faxing capabilities, business and communications software and antivirus software. She or He will need to be proficient at using this software, along with e-mail, the Internet and instant messaging. Interested applicants may send their CVs to adecarbon@carrhure.com

AN OUTSTANDING OPPORTUNITY TO DIRECTLY INFLUENCE ORGANIZATIONS AND LEADERS AS A FREELANCE RECRUITMENT CONSULTANT BY LEVERAGING YOUR HEADHUNTING SKILLS IN ATTRACTING HIGH CALIBRE CANDIDATES AND ADDING VALUE TO THE NON-FOR-PROFIT SECTOR

Background Headquartered in Paris, France, CARRHURE Consulting (www.carrhure.com) was established in 2012 with an aim to collaborate with reputable institutions, organizations, and companies that desire to leave a significant mark in the world. With consulting recruitment as its core business, CARRHURE specializes in identifying, gauging, and attracting leaders in the not-for-profit and non-government organizations (NGO) sectors as well as offering tactical strategies to aid organizations in strengthening their presence and relevance in their respective fields.   Responsibilities As a Freelance / independent Recruiter, you are responsible for building and maintaining client relationships in order to gain better understanding of their recruitment needs and requirements. Through exceptional business development and search execution, Independent Principal Recruiters produces high-quality outputs with consistent focus on providing superb client and candidate experience.   Key Responsibilities: As Freelance / independent Recruiter, you will serve as a vital link between clients and candidates. The role is demanding and diverse and it involves:

• headhunting - identifying and approaching viable passive candidates
• screening databases and comparing candidates’ qualifications, credentials, and background to the client’s preferences;
• receiving and reviewing applications, managing interviews, and tests and creating a shortlist of candidates for the client
• requesting references and checking the suitability of applicants before submitting their details to the client
• briefing the candidate about the responsibilities, salary, and benefits of the job in question
• preparing CVs and correspondence to forward to clients regarding suitable applicants
• organizing interviews for candidates as requested by the client
• informing candidates about the results of their interviews
• negotiating pay and salary rates and finalizing arrangements between client and candidates
• offering advice to both clients and candidates on pay rates, training and career progression
• working towards and exceeding targets that may relate to the number of candidates placed, a value to be billed to clients or business leads generated
• reviewing recruitment policies to ensure the effectiveness of selection techniques and recruitment programmes.

  Qualifications This position is a freelance role open to all interested candidates with a bachelor’s degree (with preference to a master’s degree). We value passionate candidates driven by their determination to succeed and even exceed expectations.   Skills

• a minimum of 10 years of demonstrated experience and advancement to a key position in a relevant industry sector
• solid hands-on experience with today’s office technology
• excellent interpersonal and communication skills; oral and written English fluency is required and fluency in other languages is desired
• understanding of organizational dynamics and politics with a neutral approach to the subject
• sales and negotiation skills;
• a goal-orientated, mission-driven personality and approach to work;
• the ability to handle multiple priorities;
• problem-solving ability;
• the ability to meet deadlines and targets;
• ambition and the determination to succeed;
• tenacity;
• confidence and self-motivation;
• time management and organizational skills;
• creativity, entrepreneurial mindset

  The ideal candidate must also enjoy the challenge of working in a high-pressure environment and the responsibility that comes with it. This is a home-based position with frequent international travels.   Interested applicants may send their CV and a cover letter to adecarbon@carrhure.com  

AN EXCEPTIONAL OPPORTUNITY TO WORK IN AN INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATION COMMITTED TO HAVE A HEALTHY, INCLUSIVE AND RESILIENT WORLD THROUGH ROOT AND TUBER SYSTEMS.

We have been retained by the International Potato Center (https://cipotato.org/ ) to fill the Chief Financial Officer Position. Currently, we are contacting finance experts to help us locate a person who is qualified and ready for this position.

The International Potato Center (CIP) was founded in 1971 as a research-for-development organization with a focus on potato, sweet potato and andean roots and tubers. It delivers innovative science-based solutions to enhance access to affordable nutritious food, foster inclusive sustainable business and employment growth, and drive the climate resilience of root and tuber agri-food systems. Headquartered in Lima, Peru, CIP has a research presence in more than 20 countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America. CIP is a CGIAR research center, a global research partnership for a food-secure future. CGIAR science is dedicated to reducing poverty, enhancing food and nutrition security, and improving natural resources and ecosystem services. Its research is carried out by 15 CGIAR centers in close collaboration with hundreds of partners, including national and regional research institutes, civil society organizations, academia, development organizations and the private sector. The position is based at CIP Headquarters in Lima, Peru.   Chief Financial Officer The International Potato Center (CIP) is seeking to hire an experienced CFO to assist the Director General in achieving CIP’s performance objectives including operational growth. The CFO will be responsible for all financial KPI metric reporting aspect of the business. The CFO serves as a key member of the Executive Leadership team for CIP, playing a key role in developing and implementing strategy. Reporting to the Director General and partnering with other members of senior management, the CFO will oversee and manage reporting systems and controls, ensuring that key functional leaders and their teams are provided with accurate, timely, and relevant financial data that is required to run the operations. The Chief Financial Officer will oversee all aspects of the International Potato Center’s finances (financial planning and oversight, budget planning and monitoring, accounting, treasury) and procurement. Beyond these primary duties the CFO will also lead the Global Information Technology (IT), Risk Management and Security, Facilities and Maintenance Departments based in Lima, Peru but operating in the global environment across 23 country offices around the world. Additionally, the CFO will contribute to enhancing the Center’s internal operations, resource mobilization, and business model strategy working closely with the Director General and the Senior Management Team to plan, build consensus, and drive the implementation of new and emerging concepts to achieve results.   Key Responsibilities Finance & Procurement

• Manage the CIP’s fiscal operations, including the effectiveness, integrity and transparency of the finance, accounting, budgeting, control, reporting, IT, security and facilities functions.
• Ensure accurate and high-quality project budgeting and financial monitoring, accounting and reporting (throughout the project life cycle), putting in place and optimizing processes and tools for this purpose.
• Develop efficient and effective financial and business planning models (three-year revolving plan), along with performance metrics that drive the development of monthly and quarterly reports and the annual budgeting process. This must be done considering that we are a project-based organization that requires all of this at the project, program and organizational level.
• Responsible for all finance and accounting functions, including day-to-day financial reporting, working capital/cash management, financial controls and risk management.
• Oversee all financial operations of the organization including tax, accounting, bank relationships, treasury, cash management, payroll, forecasting, and risk management activities to ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements.
• Works across the organization to ensure effective budget preparation, monitoring of budget variances and linking actual results back to strategic priorities established by the organization’s managerial and functional areas.
• Lead audit preparations and manage ongoing relationship with auditors to ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements
• Implementation and maintenance of annual overhead rate calculation for utilization in the fundraising efforts with traditional Aid donors, private donors, foundations, corporations, etc.
• Partner with the Director General and Finance Committee of the Board of Trustees to deploy investment capital in the most effective manner to achieve the organization’s long-term strategic initiatives.
• Preparation of timely and accurate financial reporting to the management teams and the Board of Directors.
• Direct timely and accurate preparation of profit and loss account, balance sheet, standard and special management reports, providing financial analysis and recommendation to Senior Management decision.
• Ensure financial systems and reports are compatible with IFRS, CGIAR standards and follow donor rules and regulations.
• Assure that an appropriate financial framework is in place for informed decision making, including the development and review of financial and risk management strategies, internal audits, corporate financial planning and compliance activities, and improved processes.
• Structure and oversee financial support for growth across the regions where CIP operates.

  Operational Leadership

• Provide strategic oversight and support to the Head of IT through regular meetings and annual reviews.
• Promote a digital transformation strategy by providing high level sponsorship to IT projects across the organization.
• Ensure organizational adherence to the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) policy. Approve annual ERM assessment report and present to Audit and Risk Committee.
• Oversee implementation of a system for organizational risk management, including a risk registry and reporting to the Board of Trustees on a biannual basis incidents and safeguarding risks.
• Provide strategic support and management to the Global Risk and Security Manager and Team to ensure appropriate utilization tools and protocols, training, policies and guidelines.
• Provide strategic support and management to the Facilities and Maintenance Manager and Team to ensure appropriate utilization tools and protocols, training, policies and guidelines.
• Lead CIP efforts to recruit, manage and develop high performing staff to achieve impact and deliver results.
• Develop a positive work environment for all staff to ensure the effective staff management framework, contribute to their performance reviews and identify succession and development plans.
• Manage and coach direct reports to ensure the effective talent management processes, contribute to their performance reviews and identify succession and development plans.

  Candidate Profile We are looking for goal-oriented and creative team players with an advanced university degree (Master's degree) in Accounting or Business Administration and a minimum of 15 years of relevant management experience as a senior professional in a non-profit organization or social impact business including strategic planning and oversight, operational systems and policies, information systems, business processes and risk management in a “Hands-on” culture. He or she must have strong knowledge in international financial reporting and accounting standards, IFRS, and proven experience in applying them to produce financial statements for a globally diverse organization. Experience working across the Americas, Europe, Africa, and Asia (China and India) is ideal. Fluency in English and Spanish (both verbal and written) is essential for this position. Candidates should also possess:

• Excellent business acumen to help lead and set course for CIP to grow and move forward
• Demonstrated knowledge of traditional Aid donors and their financial rules and regulations. Knowledge of USAID a plus.
• Experience creating systems, policies, and tools to support strategic and rapid organizational growth and scaling up organizations, with proven results.
• Demonstrated strategic and analytical skills, including using data and evidence to inform decisions, navigate through setbacks, and drive continuous improvements.
• Experience leading multiple work streams that extend beyond your immediate team, providing leadership for peers, subordinates and partners.
• Demonstrated understanding of the importance of diversity, inclusion, and equity in the workplace
• Experience hiring, supervising and managing staff; enforcing accountability; developing leadership across the organization
• Proven hands-on experience in planning and implementing challenging, complex projects that anticipate and respond to the demands of a high-growth organization.
• Strong desires to learn, grow, and apply knowledge to benefit the organization and to engender the same in team members.
• Experience in and commitment to developing team members, both on the job and by supporting staff development programs.
• Demonstrated success in managing people and activities in multicultural environments.

This is an internationally recruited position for which CIP offers a multicultural, collegial research environment with competitive salary paid in US dollars, and commensurate with experience, comprehensive international insurance coverage, and attractive retirement plan. The successful candidate will be awarded a three-year term contract with the possibility of renewal. CIP is an equal opportunity employer: applications from qualified women are strongly encouraged.   Applicants should send their an up-to-date CV and a cover letter illustrating their suitability for the above position against the listed qualifications, competencies, and skills with copies of the highest diploma/degree, training certificates related to the position, and names and email addresses of 3 professional referees to Ms. Auree de Carbon by email at: adecarbon@carrhure.com no later than May 15, 2019 at 18.00 CET. Please indicate in the 'Subject' of the email the title 'Application for the post of ‘Chief Financial Officer’.   Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.  

UNE OPPORTUNITE UNIQUE DE CONTRIBUER A L’ENVIRONNEMENT ET A SA PROTECTION

DIRECTEUR(TRICE) GENERAL(E) Direction générale

Statut : Cadre                                      Position : 3.3                                       Coefficient : 210

  Le Fond Mondial pour la Nature (WWF) est l'une des toutes premières organisations indépendantes de protection de l’environnement dans le monde, avec un réseau actif dans plus de 100 pays et fort du soutien de près de 6 millions de membres. Le WWF France, Fondation reconnue d'utilité publique, œuvre pour une planète vivante depuis Paris, Marseille, les Alpes, la Guyane et la Nouvelle-Calédonie. Depuis 1973, le WWF France (https://www.wwf.fr) agit au quotidien afin d'offrir aux générations futures une planète vivante. WWWF France œuvre pour mettre un frein à la dégradation de l'environnement et construire un avenir où les humains vivent en harmonie avec la nature.   Mission de la Direction Générale: La Direction Générale pilote la Fondation WWF France au niveau stratégique et opérationnelle. Elle est le garant de la conduite de la stratégie validée par le Conseil d’Administration tant dans la gestion des affaires courantes que dans les opportunités de développement et de positionnement du WWF France. Ce poste est basé en Ile-de-France, au siège du WWF France basé au Pré-Saint-Gervais.   Finalité de la fonction : Dans le cadre de la délégation qui lui est consentie par le Conseil d’Administration de la Fondation, le Directeur Général assure la direction de la Fondation, en s’appuyant sur le Comex et les équipes en place tant pour la conduite des affaires courantes de la Fondation que pour l’élaboration de la stratégie de la Fondation. Il a pour mission de faire du WWF France le partenaire incontournable de la mobilisation sur toutes les questions liées à l’environnement et à sa protection, partout où la France est présente.   Missions principales : Le/la Directeur(trice) Général(e) reporte à la Présidente et au Conseil d’Administration et supervise les directeurs composant le Comex. Il/Elle :

• Élabore et pilote la stratégie validée par le Conseil d’Administration,
• Définit les grandes orientations politiques du WWF France en accord avec les prescriptions du réseau international,
• Arbitre et assure la soutenabilité budgétaire de la Fondation,
• Impulse la vision à 360° et le positionnement du WWF France,
• Soutient et assure la stabilité de la Fondation et pilote son développement.
• S’interroge sur les défis critiques et les opportunités,
• Développe et anime les réseaux politiques, institutionnels, entreprises et grands donateurs,
• Interlocuteur de haut niveau auprès des différents publics de la Fondation et des décideurs des sphères publiques et/ou privées,
• Porte-parole de la Fondation, il en assure le rayonnement tant au niveau national qu’international
• Positionne le WWF France comme un acteur incontournable au sein du réseau WWF International,
• Coordonne le COMEX (Direction de la Communication, de la Générosité du Public, des Relations avec le Monde Économique, des Programmes de conservation et le Secrétariat Général),
• Met en place et suit le reporting aux différentes instances de gouvernance (Bureau, Comité d’Audit et Conseil d’Administration.

En fonction des nécessités du service et de l’organisation du département, ces missions peuvent être amenées à évoluer.   Principales compétences requises :       1. Savoirs (connaissances)

• Maîtrise des enjeux environnementaux stratégiques et politiques, nationaux et internationaux auxquels les différentes instances publiques, ainsi que privées sont confrontées ;
• Maîtrise des enjeux principaux du développement durable des entreprises ;
• Connaissance des principales évolutions législatives française et européenne et internationales ;
• Maîtrise du fonctionnement des instances républicaines et politiques ;
• Maîtrise de l’anglais (niveau C1)

     2. Savoirs-faire (techniques, méthodes)

• Traduction des objectifs de la Fondation en axes stratégiques ;
• Capacité à intégrer les enjeux transversaux et croisés, afin d’arbitrer au mieux des intérêts de la Fondation ;
• Capacités d’analyse, de gestion des priorités et de décision ;
• Maîtrise des techniques de plaidoyer et lobbying ;
• Management d’équipes pluridisciplinaires ;
• Gestion d’un P&L, élaboration budget annuel et trajectoire financière, définition des KPI ;
• Maîtrise du pilotage des risques projets (qualitatifs, budgétaires, contractuels et de planning)

     3. Savoirs-être (aptitudes comportementales)

• Autorité naturelle ;
• Sens politique ;
• Identifie et décrypte les positions des différents interlocuteurs stratégiques internes et externes, repères les bons relais d’influence auprès des personnes à convaincre ;
• Maîtriser les techniques de négociation, savoir convaincre et favoriser l’appropriation des sujets quel que soit le public concerné ;
• Adapter son approche relationnelle et son niveau de discours à son interlocuteur interne et externe ;
• Capacité à transmettre une vision et à faire adhérer à un projet ;
• Maîtriser la prise de parole en public

  Les candidatures incluant une lettre de motivation, un CV détaillé, les noms et les coordonnées (adresses e-mail et téléphone) de trois (3) références, sont à adresser par courrier électronique à : adecarbon@carrhure.com  au plus tard le 26 Avril 2019 à 16h00 CET. Seul(e)s les candidat(e)s présélectionné(e)s seront contacté(e)s pour une entrevue.

EXCEPTIONAL OPPORTUNITY TO WORK IN A CGIAR CENTER’S SENIOR MANAGEMENT POSITION FOCUSED ON MAKING FARMING AND AGRIBUSINESS DEVELOPMENT IN DRYLANDS

  Established in 1972, the International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics or ICRISAT (www.icrisat.org ) is a non-profit, non-political organization that conducts agricultural research for development in Asia and sub-Saharan Africa with a wide array of partners throughout the world. ICRISAT and its partners help empower those living in the semi-arid tropics, especially smallholder farmers, to overcome poverty, hunger, malnutrition and a degraded environment through more efficient and profitable agriculture.   ICRISAT is headquartered in Hyderabad, Telangana State, in India, with two regional hubs (Nairobi, Kenya and Bamako, Mali) and country offices in Niger, Nigeria, Zimbabwe, Malawi, Ethiopia, and Mozambique.   Regional Director / Research Program Director, Eastern, and Southern Africa— ESA   ICRISAT seeks applications for an internationally recruited staff (IRS) position of Regional Director / Research Program Director for Eastern and Southern African (ESA) to provide appropriate visibility to and effective management of ICRISAT's operations in sub-Saharan Africa.   The position is considered primarily research management, although Directors are expected to be involved in research through high-level leadership of activities in ESA. The position will be managed by and report directly to the Deputy Director General for Research as ESA Research Program Director (80%), serve as a member of the ICRISAT Management Group and Research Committee. In the additional role of Regional Director (20%), representing ICRISAT in the ESA region, the position will report directly to the Director-General.   The current position is located in Nairobi, Kenya, although location can be considered in other locations in the region.   Key Responsibilities   Regional Director (20%)

• Represent ICRISAT in the ESA region through liaison with Governments of African Countries and pan-Africa authorities, organizations and initiatives.
• Enhance partnerships in the ESA region, especially with regional/sub-regional organizations (ROs/SROs), national agricultural research and extension systems (NARES), Non-Government Organizations and the private sector.
• Achieve the Resource Mobilization targets for the ESA region and optimize utilization of funds in line with the Operations and Salary budget.
• Contribute to the strategic management of the Institute and to do so in a manner consistent with the ICRISAT Code of Conduct.

  Research Program Director (80%)

• As a member of the ICRISAT Management Group, contribute to delivering on ICRISAT’s Strategic Plan, Theories of Change and Country Strategies through professional research management that prioritizes and focuses the Institute’s global research for development programs.
• Lead, coordinate, review and monitor the research activities of the ESA Research Program, including resource mobilization, annual budgeting, research planning, priority assessment, proposal development, partnership relations, staff evaluation, and research reporting.
• Lead the research effort of the Institute in understanding the challenges faced by farmers and communities of the semi-arid tropics of ESA and deliver a coherent research for development agenda for this region.
• Participate on the ICRISAT Research Committee that formally manages the Institute’s research agenda and so ensure science quality and research excellence across the institute and especially within the ESA Research Program.
• Nurture and sustain internal cross-Research Program interactions and teamwork, especially in close liaison with the Research Directors of ICRISAT Global Programs to ensure strong support for and engagement in the implementation of research activities with global connections;
• Assist in public awareness activities in coordination with the Director Strategic Marketing and Communication and the Communication Manager;
• As part of ICRISAT’s broad partnering programs, represent the Institute in engagements within the CGIAR Research Programs (CRPs) to ensure mutual benefits to all participants.
• Commitment to a safe working environment within ICRISAT such that no harm is experienced by staff, partners or the environment.
• Perform other responsibilities assigned by the DDG-R and/or the DG.

  Candidate Profile   We are looking for candidates with a Ph.D. in Agricultural Science, Development Studies or any related field with proven expertise in agricultural research for development with high levels of quality research outputs. Candidates should possess the following competencies and skills:   Essential criteria:

• Proven capability to manage a large research program, including all aspects of project management: managing budgets and staff, building and managing partnerships, monitoring and evaluating impacts and leading a diverse team.
• Experience in systems research where multiple stakeholders, including public policy-makers, the private sector, and agribusiness are involved in achieving research outcomes.
• Experience in addressing governance, institutional and market aspects of agriculture with examples of successful research and development interventions.

• Demonstrated commitment to mentoring of staff, a safe workplace and protection of the environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in written and oral communications and public awareness activities.

  Desirable criteria: 

• Demonstrated championing the critical areas of gender, youth, nutrition, knowledge sharing, and innovation.
• Demonstration of an entrepreneurial spirit with aptitude for innovation.
• Fluency in spoken and written English is essential, knowledge of other languages, especially French will be an asset.

  This is an internationally recruited staff (IRS) position with a competitive salary and benefits package payable in US dollars. The position is initially for a period of three years, renewable based on the performance of the incumbent and the Institute’s continuing need for the position.   ICRISAT is an equal opportunity employer: applications from women are strongly encouraged.   Applicants should send their CV and a cover letter including names and email addresses of 3 professional referees to Ms. Auree de Carbon by email at: adecarbon@carrhure.com  no later than April 15^th 2019, 17.00 CET Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

AN OUTSTANDING OPPORTUNITY TO WORK AS PRINCIPAL RECRUITER AND DISPLAY AND IMPROVE YOUR HEADHUNTING SKILLS IN ATTRACTING CANDIDATES AND MATCHING THEM TO TEMPORARY OR PERMANENT POSITIONS WITH CLIENT COMPANIES AND TO WORK WITH THE NON-FOR -PROFIT SECTOR

Background Headquartered in Paris, France, CARRHURE Consulting (www.carrhure.com) was established in March 2012. With consulting recruitment as its core business, CARRHURE specializes in identifying, gauging, and attracting leaders in the non-for-profit and non-government organizations (NGO) sectors.   Responsibilities As a freelance/ Independent recruiter, named Principal Recruiter, you are responsible for matching candidates to permanent positions with client companies at C-level or mid-level positions. You work with client’s companies, building relationships in order to gain a better understanding of their recruitment needs and requirements. Independent Principal Recruiters screen candidates, interview them, do background checks and finally match them to the clients ‘need. Independent Consultants also provide advice to both clients and candidates on salary levels, training requirements and career opportunities.   Key Responsibilities: As Freelance / independent Recruiter, you will provide a vital link between clients and candidates. The role is demanding and diverse and involves:

• advertising vacancies by drafting and placing adverts in a range of media, for example, newspapers, websites, magazines;
• using social media to advertise positions, attract candidates and build relationships with candidates and employers;
• headhunting - identifying and approaching suitable candidates who may already be in work;
• using candidate databases to match the right person to the client's vacancy;
• receiving and reviewing applications, managing interviews, and tests and creating a shortlist of candidates for the client;
• requesting references and checking the suitability of applicants before submitting their details to the client;
• briefing the candidate about the responsibilities, salary, and benefits of the job in question;
• preparing CVs and correspondence to forward to clients regarding suitable applicants;
• organizing interviews for candidates as requested by the client;
• informing candidates about the results of their interviews;
• negotiating pay and salary rates and finalizing arrangements between client and candidates;
• offering advice to both clients and candidates on pay rates, training and career progression;
• working towards and exceeding targets that may relate to the number of candidates placed, a value to be billed to clients or business leads generated;
• reviewing recruitment policies to ensure the effectiveness of selection techniques and recruitment programmes.

  Qualifications  The Principal Recruiter position is open to graduates regardless of degree subject. We value drive, experience, skills, and abilities as well as the determination to succeed over specific qualifications.   Skills

• excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
• sales and negotiation skills;
• a goal-orientated approach to work;
• the ability to handle multiple priorities;
• problem-solving ability;
• the ability to meet deadlines and targets;
• ambition and the determination to succeed;
• tenacity;
• confidence and self-motivation;
• time management and organisational skills;
• team-working skills;
• creativity

  The ideal candidate must also enjoy working in a high-pressure environment and the responsibility that comes with it. This is a home-based position with frequent international travels.   Interested applicants may send their CV and a cover letter to adecarbon@carrhure.com