The International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT) is an international organization focused on non-profit agricultural research and training that empowers farmers through science and innovation to nourish the world in the midst of a climate crisis.
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Applying high-quality science and strong partnerships, CIMMYT works to achieve a world with healthier and more prosperous people, free from global food crises and with more resilient agro-food systems. CIMMYT’s research brings enhanced productivity and better profits to farmers, mitigates the effects of the climate crisis, and reduces the environmental impact of agriculture.
CIMMYT is a member of CGIAR, a global research partnership for a food-secure future dedicated to reducing poverty, enhancing food and nutrition security, and improving natural resources.
Low- and middle-income countries have received the greatest benefits from CIMMYT’s improved varieties and agricultural technologies. Over 90% of our work relates to climate change adaptation and mitigation.
Future-proof seeds: 50% of maize and wheat in low- and middle-income countries is based on CIMMYT varieties. They perform better — including when crops are affected by droughts, pests and diseases — and produce safer and more nutritious food. CIMMYT’s global seed distribution network provides 80% of the world is breeding lines for maize and wheat.
Specific duties:
- Design and conduct research to identify and understand barriers to access to and adoption of improved maize varieties in eastern and southern Africa, especially by women farmers and marginalized communities.
- Based on research findings, develop and test innovative strategies and modalities for improving access to and use of stress-tolerant maize varieties via formal seed systems by women farmers and marginalized communities.
- Work with maize breeders and other colleagues to integrate a gender perspective into product profiles and regional on-farm trials, including collection and analysis of gender-disaggregated data on farmers’ varietal and trait preferences.
- Contribute to the research and promotion of avenues for integrating gender-intentional and gender-transformative approaches in R4D, including institutional learning and change through networking and capacity strengthening.
- Contribute to resource mobilization to strengthen gender and social inclusion in maize R4D.
- Publish research findings in international peer-reviewed journals.
Position in Organization:
- Post-Doctoral Fellow
- Location: Harare, Zimbabwe
Qualification:
- PhD. in social sciences, e.g., economics, sociology, anthropology, feminist economics, or related fields from a recognized university, with a strong focus on gender and social inclusion.
- Basic theoretical and methodological background in the design of research related to gender and social inclusion, with a track record of publishing insightful research in reputable peer-reviewed journals.
- Knowledge or interest in crop breeding; experience in sub-Saharan Africa would be an advantage
- Strong quantitative and/or qualitative analytical skills, with a keen interest in and experience with mixed methods (qualitative and quantitative).
- Proven interpersonal-, and cross-cultural skills, including the ability to work with and motivate multi-disciplinary teams and to develop strong and effective working relationships with colleagues and partners, including those from the private sector.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in English, including strategic thinking and the ability to present coherent and convincing analyses to different audiences.
- A high degree of personal organization, the ability to work under pressure, and willingness to travel.
- The selected candidate should exhibit the following competencies: Client Orientation, Negotiation, and Conflict Resolution, Problem Solving and Decision Making, Teamwork, and Communication.
Screening and follow-up of applications will begin on Tuesday, January 3, 2023. Applications must include a CV and a cover letter. Incomplete applications will not be taken into consideration. For further information on the selection process, please contact Yessica Castillo, at y.castillo@cgiar.org. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted. This position will remain open until filled.
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| Recruiter | International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT) |
| Position | Post-Doctoral Fellow |
| Location | Harare |
| Country | Zimbabwe |
| Official website | https://www.cimmyt.org/ |
| Qualification | PhD Degree |
| Experience Required | Minimum One years |
| Application Deadline | January 03, 2023 |
