Skip to main content

International Potato Center (CIP) Recruitment 2022









The International Potato Center (CIP) is seeking to recruit a dynamic and experienced Research Officer-Agronomist to assure the successful implementation of the agricultural component of the Generating Revenues & Opportunities for Women to Improve Nutrition in Ghana (GROWING) project, especially the seed system for orange-fleshed sweetpotato, and the proper management of all selected crops from planting through storage.


Job Description


Job Title: Research Officer, Agronomist


The Position: This position will be hosted by the International Water Management Institute in Ghana, on behalf of the International Potato Center. The selected candidate will be based in Tamale, Ghana and will report to the Project and Marketing Manager.


Key Responsibilities:


Coordinate the identification and training of sweetpotato multipliers.


Set up quality control procedures for purchased seed and planting material of other target crops


Liaise with Ghanaian research institutes for the provision of quality pre-basic sweetpotato seed.


Design and implement training programs on management of selected crops.


Design and train farmer club members on harvest and post-harvest technologies.


Collect and analyze varietal selection and agronomic trial data using digital tools for timely collection and appropriate statistical software for analysis.


Assist farmers and seed producers to use digital tools to establish effective communication with market outlets and input providers.


Write relevant sections of donor reports and contribute to journal articles.


Requirements


Essential


c7aiGXG u0j19


Master’s degree in breeding, agronomy, horticulture, seed technology, plant science, agricultural engineering or other relevant agriculture discipline.


Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in managing a seed system, preferably in sweetpotato


Strong competencies in both quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis techniques.


Training experience, in particular experiential learning with adults preferred.


Knowledge of inspection systems for seed









Advertisement

Ability to set up and conduct agronomic trials and analyze quantitative trial data


Ability to communicate and train extension personnel and farmers.


Advanced skill in using Excel


Excellent interpersonal relationships skills and teamwork orientation


Excellent communication and writing skills in English.


Desirable


Experience with digital tools for data collection


Knowledge of developing business plans for commercial farms


Knowledge of a statistical package, preferably STATA


Knowledge of a local language used in Northern Ghana


Benefits


Why should you consider this opportunity?


CIP is a global and reputable international organization that has a strong, state-of-the-art R&D background.


CIP is dedicated to achieving food security, improved nutrition and well-being, and gender equality for poor people in root and tuber farming and food systems of the developing world.


CIP is a member of the CGIAR, a global research partnership for a food secure future dedicated to reducing poverty, enhancing food and nutrition security, and improving natural resources.


What are we offering?


Compensation package commensurate with experience.


On-the-job learning opportunities with senior scientists


This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position limited to Ghana nationals and permanent residents only. The contract will be for an initial period of (03) three years (with a 6-month probation period). Renewal is dependent on performance and availability of funds.


Work in diverse workplace committed to gender equality.




Apply Now









https://hotjobsghana.com/international-potato-center-cip-recruitment-2022/

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Job Vacancy For Deputy Director, Administration

The Ghana AIDS Commission has vacancy for the under listed position and invites applications from persons with the requisite qualifications to apply for consideration: Deputy Director, Administration Job Summary • The Deputy Director of Administration is an administration professional who supports the Director of Finance and Administration in contributing to the overall policy and strategic direction for delivering the commission's mandate. • This position exercises oversight of general administration, procurement transport and store management, information technology, estate and assets management • He/She supports the Director Finance and Administration in the day-to-day administration of the division's operations Job Purpose • To provide leadership, technical and administrative direction for the effective and efficient performance of the administrative functions of the commission Duties and Responsibilities • Supervise the collation of da...
Post a Comment
Read more

Job Vacancy For Deputy Director, Partnerships Coordination

The Ghana AIDS Commission has vacancy for the under listed position and invites applications from persons with the requisite qualifications to apply for consideration: Deputy Director, Partnerships Coordination Job Summary • The Deputy Director, Partnerships Coordination is policy analyst and strategist who supports the Director of Policy and Planning in contributing to the overall policy and strategic direction for delivering the commission's mandate • He/She is responsible for mobilisation and allocation of both financial and technical resources for the achievement of the national HIV response • He/She also has direct responsibility for donor coordination and supports the Director of Policy and Planning in the day-to-day management of the division's work Job Purpose • To provide technical operational and administrative support in Partnerships coordination for the achievement of the mandate of the commission Duties and Responsibilities • P...
Post a Comment
Read more

FAO Recruitment 2021

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) supports the transformation to more efficient, inclusive, resilient and sustainable agri-food systems, for Better production, Better nutrition, Better environment and Better life, leaving no one behind. The Regional Office for Africa (FAORAF) oversees 47 Sub-Saharan countries guided by Regional Initiatives that serve as a mechanism to ensure effective delivery and to demonstrate impact of FAO’s work on the key priorities of the region. In its programme delivery, RAF contributes to the achievements of the 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda, guided by SDG 1 (No poverty), SDG 2 (No hunger), and SDG 10 (Reducing inequalities) as well as to supporting achievement of the broader SDG agenda, which is crucial for attaining FAO’s overall vision. RAF is responsible for leading FAO’s response to regional priorities for food security, agriculture and rural development through the identification, planning and implem...
Post a Comment
Read more