Country Manager and Scientist

The International Potato Center (CIP) - Country Manager Position The International Potato Center (CIP) is looking for an experienced Country Manager to lead the design and implementation of CIP Rwanda Country strategy by positioning CIP’s research and development agenda in Rwanda and the Great Lakes region (DRC and Burundi). This position is engaged primarily in the design and implementation of project-related research activities in the country to strengthen CIP’s research in a holistic manner by interlinking specific disciplines into a systems approach. The selected candidate should be committed to using research for development in a complex cooperative environment of research and development partners, specifically focusing on capacity building of partners in a PPP approach, in alignment with CIP’s regional and global priority setting. About CIP CIP, a member of the One CGIAR, a global research partnership for a food-secure future. One CGIAR science is dedicated to transforming food, land and water systems in a climate crisis, and it is carried out by 13 CGIAR Centers/Alliances in close collaboration with hundreds of partners, including national and regional research institutes, civil society organizations, academia, development organizations and the private sector. CIP works with partners in over 20 countries to improve diets and incomes of poor people in Africa, Asia, and Latin America through scientific research, innovation, and capacity strengthening. Focusing on potato and sweetpotato as food systems entry points, CIP’s programs seek to strengthen broader agri-food systems to generate economic, social, and nutritional benefits for farmers, enterprises, and consumers emphasizing the priorities of women and youth. CIP emphasizes the synergies between social and bio-physical sciences as a core strategy for making breakthroughs in our understanding of complex development challenges in food and agriculture and for our ability to overcome these. Within this pluralistic strategy, qualitative social science has a central, and increasing place for explaining human and institutional behavior and assessing benefits and risks for human development. The Position The Country Manager and Scientist will report to the Regional Director Africa and will be based in Kigali, Rwanda. Key Responsibilities Working closely with the Regional Director, and the regional team to develop and lead implementation of a strategic direction and plan for the country program. Working closely with project Principal Investigators (PIs) and Global Science Leaders to coordinate integration and implementation of in-country projects, aligned with the strategic country plan. Ensure that structures and systems follow CIP standards, and that they support program delivery and promote management coordination and efficiency throughout the country. and so on... Requirements PhD or MSc degree in agronomy, seed system or related field, preferably in potato or sweetpotato. At least 8 years of professional experience at a senior operating role in a global research organization or business enterprises in multiple countries or equivalent. Strong track record of establishing and managing strategic partnerships with funders, governments, international organizations, and the research community in Rwanda. Strong knowledge and experience of management practices to enable the creation of appropriate country implementation plans. Proven expertise of leading funding initiatives and managing complex proposal development processes. Leadership competencies: - Planning and managing staff to achieve quality results. - Value honesty, integrity, and diversity. - Building and maintaining partnership and relationships. Excellent written and oral communication skills in English. Knowledge of the local language is desirable. Benefits How to apply... #J-18808-Ljbffr