Posted Date: 5/16/2014
Job Category: Socio-Economics Program
Position Title: Poverty and Social Inclusion
Specialist
Type of Contract: Internationally Recruited Staff
Location: Mexico
Desired Skills:
Description:
We are seeking an
experienced, dynamic, innovative, self-motivated, and results-oriented social
scientist to strengthen our core gender and social inclusiveness team within
our multidisciplinary research-for-development. The specialist will contribute
to and enhance the poverty reduction potential and social inclusiveness of
maize and wheat innovations across the developing world. You will work as a
member of CIMMYT’s Socio-Economics Program in close collaboration with CIMMYT’s
other programs, the WHEAT and MAIZE Consortium Research Programs, and with
local and international partners.
The International Maize
and Wheat Improvement Center, known by its Spanish acronym, CIMMYT®, is a
not-for-profit research and training organization with partners in over 100
countries. Please refer to our website for more information:www.cimmyt.org/en/who-we-are/job-opportunities
The position will be based
in Mexico at CIMMYT’s headquarters (located 45 km northeast of Mexico City,
Mexico). Frequent travel to rural intervention areas in Africa, Asia and Latin
America is required.
Specific duties of this
position include:
·
Assess targeted wheat and maize innovations for the poor and
marginalized sections of society – including women – to enhance their
livelihoods and reduce their vulnerability.
·
Assess modes of mainstreaming social inclusiveness and gender
equity into wheat and maize research-for-development in developing countries.
·
Assess intermediate development outcomes and impact pathways of
wheat and maize innovations by social strata.
·
Use and develop analytical tools to identify, understand and
target options to enhance social inclusiveness and gender equity.
·
Develop a strategic research agenda and priorities to enhance
social inclusiveness in maize and wheat research-for-development.
·
Networking, coordination and resource mobilization to establish
and strengthen a community of practice around social inclusiveness in CIMMYT
and its partners.
·
Publish findings in international peer reviewed journals.
We are seeking candidates
with the following academic qualifications, skills and attitudes:
·
PhD in, agricultural economics, development economics or a related
social science field (e.g. development studies, sociology, anthropology,
geography,) from a recognized institution.
·
At least 8 years of relevant experience.
·
Strong profile related to understanding of poverty dynamics, power
relations, social inclusion/gender, sustainability and food security in
developing countries.
·
Experience with quantitative and qualitative research approaches.
·
Proven interpersonal and cross-cultural skills, including ability
to effectively interact with diverse audiences, stakeholders, colleagues and
disciplines.
·
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
·
A high degree of personal organization, the ability to work under
pressure, and willingness to travel.
·
Established publication record in international peer-reviewed
journals.
The position is for an
initial fixed-term contract of 3 years, after which further employment is
subject to performance and the continued availability of funds. CIMMYT’s
internationally competitive salary and benefits include housing allowance, car,
comprehensive health and life insurance, assistance for children’s education,
paid vacation, annual airfare, contribution to a retirement plan, and generous
assistance with relocation shipment.
CIMMYT is an equal
opportunity employer. It fosters a multicultural work environment that values
gender equality, teamwork, and respect for diversity. Women are encouraged to
apply.
To apply for this
position, please email cover letter and CV to HR, CIMMYT (Email:irsrecruitment@cgiar.org / Please indicate Position Reference
number: 12341 in the header of your email). In
your application, please specify where you saw this position advertised.
The position will remain announced until filled.
For
further information on the selection process, please contact Guillermo Flores,
atg.flores@cgiar.org
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
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