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. We are seeking experienced and results-oriented professionals for the following positions, funded by USAID and led by CIMMYT. More information about these positions, including additional qualifications and job descriptions, can be found at www.cimmyt.org/careers/ and at www.jobsnepal.com.
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
1. POSITION: Project Manager
Reference No: N17111
Work Station: Kathmandu
Reference No: N17111
Work Station: Kathmandu
Required academic qualifications, skill and attitudes:
- Master degree in business administration, project management, public administration.
- Minimum of 7 Years’ experience of working in large scale developments projects with international agencies in Nepal especially related to the private sector development, market promotion, etc. in agriculture. Experience with the CGIAR or USAID-funded projects in Nepal will be an asset.
- Demonstrated success in supporting administration, management and implementation of large scale agriculture development projects with multiple stakeholders.
- Excellent software knowledge, use, and handling skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Nepali.
- A high degree of personal organization and the ability to multi-task and work under pressure and strict deadlines.
- Competencies: Multicultural Awareness and Sensitivity, Communication, Time Management, Relationship with External Stakeholders, Collaboration
Reference No: N17112
Work Station: Kathmandu
Required academic qualifications, skill and attitudes:
- Masters of Arts/ Science in field related to agriculture economics, agri-business management, development of agri-input markets, and agri-value chains from a recognized institution. Relevant Ph.D. is an advantage.
- Sound knowledge of the seed markets in Nepal.
- Minimum of 5 years professional experience in building agri-input business in Nepal especially related to the private sector development.
- Demonstrated success in using value chain approaches and best practices for developing agriculture seeds sector in Nepal.
- Experience in building capacity of partners in business plan development; linking with banks and financial sectors including developing partnerships and business models in close association with SEAN and other membership based agencies in Nepal.
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills in English and Nepali.
- A high degree of personal organization and the ability to multi-task and work under pressure, as well as travel extensively.
- Competencies: Multicultural Awareness and Sensitivity, Communication,Time Management, Relationship with External Stakeholders, Collaboration
Reference No: N16637
Work Station: Mid & Far West
Required academic qualifications, skill and attitudes:
- Master’s degree in Agricultural Sciences or related fields with at least 2 years of experience in cereal-based cropping systems or a Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Sciences or related fields with 3+ years of field management experience in cereal-based cropping systems.
- Lead a team of officers in scaling sustainable agricultural intensification technologies, supporting strategic partnerships with governmental, non-governmental, and private sector organizations, liaising with farming cooperatives and farmer communities, and ensuring project goals.
- Minimum 2-year commitment is required.
- Motorbike license is compulsory.
4. POSITION: Field Research Technician (FRT)
Reference No: N16639
Work Station: Mid & Far West
Required academic qualifications, skill and attitudes:
Reference No: N16639
Work Station: Mid & Far West
Required academic qualifications, skill and attitudes:
- Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Sciences or related fields with 1-2 years of field experience.
- Lead a team of community volunteers and co-operatives to scale sustainable agricultural intensification technologies, supporting strategic partnerships with governmental, non-governmental, and private sector organizations, liaising with farming cooperatives and farmer communities, and ensuring project goals.
- Strong ability to work independently and within a team environment.
- Minimum 2-year commitment is required.
- Motorbike license is compulsory.
Candidates must send their CV and cover letter to CIMMYT-NRSrecruitsouthasia@cgiar.org no later than Wednesday, 22nd March 2017.
Please include position and reference number in the subject of your email.
Incomplete applications (without CV and cover letter) will not be taken into consideration.
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
