Scientist II Job – Gender and Social Inclusion Research at International Rice Research Institute… See details on how to apply for the opportunities available at International Rice Research Institute.
Descriptions;
Our Mission IRRI is dedicated to abolishing poverty and hunger among people and populations that depend on rice-based agri-food systems. Through our work and partnerships, we aim to improve the health and welfare of rice farmers and consumers; promote environmental sustainability in a world challenged by climate change; and support the empowerment of women and the youth in the rice industry. Our research for development is characterized by its collaborative nature: from alliances with advanced research institutes; through strong collaborations and capacity development with governments and national agricultural research and extension systems; to partnerships with the development sector and our ability to broker novel delivery channels through the private sector. IRRI’s work is supported by a diverse network of investors aligned to common goals.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead and conduct research on gender, youth and social inclusion in agri-food systems
- Deliver outputs and outcomes aligned with IRRI and the Gender Platform vision, mission, values, target goals, policies and procedures
- Establish collaboration with research and academic partners, as well as other work package leaders; this includes troubleshooting whenever issues arise from the projects
- Develop and sustain partnerships and coordinate with other CG centers for joint advocacy and knowledge generation and sharing on gender, evidence and impact issues
- Align with IRRI and GENDER Platform Leaders and Research Support to assure synergies in the work
- Maintain and proactively develop network and partnerships with potential donors
- Manage performance and mentor research staff in the research cluster
- Monitor the of progress of the research projects, including the review of draft operational reports and research performed ensuring quality of outputs at all times
- Write and consolidate scientific achievements into fit-for-purpose communications materials in collaboration with the Platform and IRRI communications teams
- Develop technical and financial reports on the projects and Evidence Module
- Publish and actively contribute to articles in peer-reviewed journals/digests that highlight findings from module and IRRI activities showcasing the scientific leadership
- Represent the Evidence Module, GENDER Platform and IRRI to a wide audience by presenting at international conferences/meetings
Requirements
Qualifications
- PhD in Rural Sociology, Gender Studies, Anthropology, Feminist Economics, Development Economics, Development Studies, Agricultural Economics, Institutional Economics, Geography or related field
- 4-5 years post PhD experience in Gender R4D in agriculture or food systems
Skills Required
Mandatory
- Deep and sound grounding in theoretical and analytical frameworks and concepts of gender and social equity
- Excellent Written and Oral communication skills in English
- Strong quantitative and/or qualitative analytical skills, with keen interest in and experience with mixed methods
- Evidence of scientific publications in international journals
- Evidence of high quality communication products for different audiences
- Experience of working with R&D partners nationally and globally
- Experience with R4D project management, including planning, physical and financial implementation, monitoring and evaluation, and reporting
- Sound interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated ability to work in a multicultural and multidisciplinary team
Preferred
- Experience working on Gender R4D and evidence generation in Africa
