The Position: The World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF) seeks to recruit four Tree Seed Centre Coordinators to assist in coordination of activities in seed source management and seed procurement of Provision of Adequate Tree Seed Portfolios (PATSPO) at four regional centres in Mekelle, Hawassa, Bahirdar and Sebeta.
General: The World Agroforestry Centre (also known as the International Centre for Research in Agroforestry-ICRAF) is an independent research institution which generates science-based knowledge about the complex role trees play in agricultural landscapes and rural livelihoods. As part of the Centre’s work to bring tree-based solutions to bear on poverty and environmental problems, researchers – working in close collaboration with partners – are developing new technologies, tools and policy recommendations for increased food security and ecosystem health. The Centre’s headquarters are located in Nairobi, Kenya, and research is conducted in more than 30 countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America. We are supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR) and receive funding from over 50 different donors. To learn more about our organization, please visit our website: www.worldagroforestry.org.
Key Responsibilities:
The Provision of Adequate Tree Seed Portfolios (PATSPO) Regional Seed Centre Coordinator is responsible for coordination of all project inputs to the Regional Seed Centre with the ICRAF Office in Addis Ababa and Head of the Regional Seed Centre;
Responsible for all infrastructure, vehicles and equipment provided by PATSPO during the period of the project implementation;
Responsible for liaison and coordination of collaboration with the relevant authorities and projects in the region under supervision of the Liaison and Network Coordination Officer;
The PATSPO Regional Seed Centre Coordinator is answering to the ICRAF Country Representative (ICR) and the Senior Team Leader (STL).
Other Responsibilities:
The duties of the PATSPO Regional Seed Centre Coordinator will be under the supervision of and in close collaboration with the PMT including the followings:
Assist in preparation and implementation of annual work plans for the Regional Seed Centre with focus on the PATSPO-supported activities and inputs;
Follow up on use of funds and budgets for PATSPO inputs;
Monitor and evaluate PATSPO supported activities, inputs (physical and financial) and related assumptions;
Identify needs for, propose and coordinate procurement of local equipment and materials;
Monitor use of vehicle provided through PATSPO;
Monitor disbursement and accounting of imprests from PATSPO;
Liaise and cooperate with relevant local organizations, institutions, individuals, non-governmental organizations, and projects;
Under the guidance of and in collaboration with the PATSPO staff at the ICRAF Office in Addis Ababa conduct simple research on seed pre-treatment, processing methods, storage methods and conditions, etc.;
Assist the Regional Seed Centre staff in their duties whenever required or when requested by the Head;
Liaise with the Liaison and Network Coordination Officer of PATSPO regarding development of project plans and activities;
Monitor the PATSPO supported activities at the Regional Seed Centre on a continuous basis.
Education:
BSc degree or MSc degree in Forestry or any other related field.
Experience:
Skills:
Familiarity with development and relevant techniques in the subject matter
Ability to plan work and multi-task
Computer literacy i.e. knowledge in MS Office
Ability to analyze data and prepare progress records and reports
Manages staff in their day to day activities
Updates relevant manuals/protocols
Flexible on work hours including travel and extended field work
Follows policies and procedures
Prepares progress reports for review
Provides candid and helpful feedback taking into consideration the job level of the person
Aware of impact of own work
Good knowledge of the local languages will be advantageous
Duty Station: (Mekelle, Hawassa, Bahirdar and Sebeta)
Please note that applicants need to specify the duty station they are applying for.
Grade: 3A
Minimum Base: Birr 30,863.00 (Negotiable depending on experience, skill and salary history of the candidate)
Terms of appointment: This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position, initial appointment is for three years with the possibility of renewal, contingent upon individual performance and the availability of funding. The ILRI remuneration package for nationally recruited staff in Ethiopia includes very competitive salary and benefits such as life and medical insurance, offshore pension plan, etc. The ILRI campus is set in a secure, attractive campus on the outskirts of Addis Ababa. Dining and sports facilities are located on site.