SUSTAINABLE TREE CROPS PROGRAM (STCP) COUNTRY MANAGER (Ref:DDG-R4D/STCP/CM/08/10)
Background:
The international Insitute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), a non-profit organization basesd in Africa, works in partnership with national agriculture agencies to increase food production in tropical Africa. IITA seeks a dynamic and enthusiastic team player to join its team in Yaounde, Cameroun as Country Manager(CM).
Position/Responsibilities: the Country Manager position will have increasing responsibility in the next phase of STCP. The specific responsibilities include action oriented research coordination, project/financial management and technical support, resource mobilization, new program development, administration and personnel management. The CM will lead a country office management team, supporting multiple and multi-sector research-for-development program.
Qualification/Experience:
• Minimum qualification of a master’s degree and will have studied agriculture, natural resource management, forestry or the social sciences. However, other study areas will be considered.
• At least 15years working experience in a managerial position preferably in the humid tropical zone in Africa and in multi-cultural environments.
• Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary organization would be advantageous. The position demands good oral and written communication skills and fluency in English and French languages.
General Information: initial appointment is for 3 years. IITA offers a competitive remuneration package paid in US dollars. This is a regional position and is open to nationals and residents of cameroun, Cote d’ivoire, Ghana, Liberia and Nigeria.
Applications:
Applications including curriculum vitae, names and addresses of three referees should be addressed to the Human Resources Manager. Please complete our on-line application form using this link: http://old.iita.org/cms/details/job application.aspx
Closing date: September 17, 2010
IITA is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes applications from women candidates. For more information on IITA, visit:http://www/iita.org/
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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