About our organization
The World Agroforestry Centre (also known as the International Centre for Research in Agroforestry or 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 23 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
About the position
The position of Research Assistant will be based at our headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya and will report directly to the Leader Global Research Project “Improving Tree Product Marketing for Smallholders”. The incumbent will assist in carrying out research and assist in other Global Research Project matters.
Duties and Responsibilities will include
The World Agroforestry Centre (also known as the International Centre for Research in Agroforestry or 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 23 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
About the position
The position of Research Assistant will be based at our headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya and will report directly to the Leader Global Research Project “Improving Tree Product Marketing for Smallholders”. The incumbent will assist in carrying out research and assist in other Global Research Project matters.
Duties and Responsibilities will include
- Carry out economic assessment of smallholder fodder marketing through contributing to the design of a study, conduct study, supervise field work and data collection, enter & clean data, analyze data, draft report
- Conduct literature search on themes of Tree Product Marketing research
- Data analysis for on-going projects on fruit market participation and impact of sustainability standards
- Explore existing data sets for relevant data on agroforestry product and service markets
- Maintain and update data bases on activities of the Global Research Project, e.g., proposals, projects, activities, staff, output targets, literature, grants, etc.
Requirements
- BSc or MSc in Economics or Agricultural Economics
- Experience in primary data collection: survey & questionnaire design, conducting and supervising interviews, quality control, date entry, data cleaning
- Data analysis using statistical software such as SPSS/ STATA, preparing graphs and tables using statistical software and/ or Excel
- In particular experience in the analysis of value chains and assessment of market opportunities for products produced by smallholders will be an advantage.
- Proven ability to draft reports
Terms of offer
The World Agroforestry Centre is an equal opportunity employer and offers a collegial and gender-sensitive working environment. We believe that staff diversity promotes excellence and strongly encourage applications from qualified women.
This position is on local terms and will be for an initial period of three (3) years, renewable subject to six (6) months’ probation period, assessment of performance, continued relevance of the position and availability of resources.
How to apply
Applications for the position must include:
The World Agroforestry Centre is an equal opportunity employer and offers a collegial and gender-sensitive working environment. We believe that staff diversity promotes excellence and strongly encourage applications from qualified women.
This position is on local terms and will be for an initial period of three (3) years, renewable subject to six (6) months’ probation period, assessment of performance, continued relevance of the position and availability of resources.
How to apply
Applications for the position must include:
- A cover letter illustrating your suitability for the position against the listed requirements and salary expectations
- A detailed curriculum vitae
- The names and addresses of three referees, including telephone, fax numbers and email addresses.
Applications will be considered until 24th June 2010: Please note that only short-listed applicants meeting the above requirements will be contacted.