VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENTS, IFPRI

IFPRI (International Food Policy Research Institute)/ IFDC (International Center for Soil Fertility and Agricultural Development) seeks qualified candidate(s) to fill the following post(s) within the Nigerian Strategy Support Program of the International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI). To apply for these post kindly observe the following requirements(s):

APPLICATION:
Qualified applicants are invited to send an application consisting of a letter of introduction that outlines the applicant’s educational background, relevant work experience, and major areas of professional interest, and an up-to-date curriculum vitae including the name, address, telephone, fax and email contact of three referees to the following contacts email addresses:
FOR NATIONAL POSITION: ADMINISTRATOR IFDC-Nigeria, E-MAIL [email protected]
All submissions must state which position(s) the applicant is applying for

Only short listed candidates will be contacted for interview. No phone calls are accepted
DEADLINE: 5:00pm 31December 2010

ABUJA
POSITION: RESEARCH ASSISTANT/SENIOR RESEARCH ASSISTANT
LEVEL: NATIONAL

Within the frame work of the NSSP, IFDC/IFPRI seeks a qualified candidate to serve as a Research Assistant (RA)/Senior Research Assistant (SRA) to provide research, capacity strengthening, and communications support to its activities. The incumbent will work under the overall guidance of the Program Leader. Specific duties include but are not limited to:
Perform various task involving data collection, data maintenance, and data analysis using statistical software and other computer programs
Conduct literature review and synthesis analysis
Assist in the preparation of NSSP background papers, discussion papers, project research reports, donors reports, policy briefs and briefing notes for dissemination
Assist senior researchers in making IFPRI research programs or projects
Ensure the integration of gender and environmental issues in the research and datasets
Assist in the internal and external communication of NSSP activities and outputs
Assist with implementation of capacity strengthening activities and workshops/seminars/ and conference
Perform some administrative activities related to IFPRI research programs or projects

REQUIREMENTS
Bachelors/Masters degree or equivalent in economics, agricultural economics, natural resource economics, environmental economics or related fields
Experience of working on agricultural development, poverty reduction, rural development. Natural resource management related research and policy issues
Strong English writing skills and experience in preparing research reports and books for research team
Familiarity with development policy issues in Nigeria
Familiarity with statistical software packages and internet-based systems such as SPSS and State
Working knowledge of communication and policy research dissemination skills
Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks and produce completed products on time
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint and knowledge of Access
Self motivated, innovative spirit and excellent interpersonal and team skills and the ability to work with colleagues from diverse cultures

The location for the above position is Abuja and the duration is 1 year subject to renewal. The candidate will report to the Project Leader/Program Coordinator

POSITION: PROGRAM ASSISTANT
LEVEL: ASSISTANT
Within the frame work of the NSP, IFDC/IFPRI seeks a qualified candidate to fill the post of Program Assistant within the Nigeria Strategy Support Program of the International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI). The incumbent will work under the overall guidance of the Program leader. Specific duties include but are not limited to:
Enhance knowledge through information, data and tools fr the analysis, design and implementation of agricultural and rural development policies and strategies in Nigeria;
Strengthen the capacity of government agencies, research institutions, and others to carry out and use applied research for agricultural and rural policies and strategies; and
Improve communication between policy makers, policy analysts, and those who benefit from agricultural and rural development policy
Plan and execute workshops and related activities
Manage office filing systems including electronic files
Develop and update office electronic database
Support capacity strengthening and policy research related activities
Manage IFPRI-Abuja travel-related needed
Perform other administrative and financial tasks as needed

REQUIREMENTS:
The required qualifications for this Program Assistant are:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field
Experience working in an administrative support position
Strong English writing skills and ability to communicate effectively with colleague’s collaborators, and the public
Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks and products completed products on time
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint and knowledge of Access
Self motivated, innovative spirit and excellent interpersonal and team skills and the ability to work with colleagues from diverse cultures

TO APPLY
The location for the above position is Abuja and the duration is 1 year subject to renewal. The candidate will report to the Project Leader

TO APPLY
Interested candidate should submit a cover letter and detailed curriculum vitae to [email protected]