AU-IBAR’s mandate is to support and coordinate the utilisation of livestock, fisheries and wildlife as resources for both human wellbeing and economic development in the member states of the African Union.
For the implementation of its strategic plan 2010-2014, AU-IBAR seeks the services of an expert in animal production.
Post title: Animal Production Expert
Post level: P3 Step 5
Duty Station: AU-IBAR, Nairobi, Kenya
This position is subjected to availability of funds.
Major duties and responsibilities:
The Animal Production expert will advise the Chief animal production officer on animal production policy frameworks in areas of sustainable natural resources management, animal genetic resources, and climate change.
More specifically, the expert will:
A Ph.D. is an added advantage
A first level university degree with a relevant combination of academic qualifications and experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.At least 7 years experience in development programs that deals with the interactions of livestock and the natural systems in which they operate, as well as experience in integrated NRM required.
Experiences with agricultural systems approach and challenges associated with NRM in agricultural systems dominated by poor producers are essential.Self-starter with the ability to strategically plan own work;Knowledge of other official African Union languages is an advantage;Good networker with the ability to maintain a positive and fruitful dialogue and relationship with the main institutions operating on the Continent;Excellent communication skills.Proficiency in one of the African Union working languages is a requirement.
Knowledge of one or more of the other AU working languages would be an added advantage.Age requirement:
Must be preferably between the age of 35 and 50 years.
Tenure of Appointment:
The initial appointment will be for 11 months including a 3 months probation period. Contract extension will be subject to performance and availability of funding.
Gender Mainstreaming:
The AU Commission is an equal opportunity employer and qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.
Application:
To apply, please submit the following:
The lump-sum salary attached to this position will be USD 6,783.14 per month all inclusive.
Applications must be received not later than 24 January 2011 and should be addressed to:
Director of AU-IBAR
P.O.Box 30786
Nairobi, Kenya
Fax: +254-20-367-4143
E-mail: applications@au-ibar.org, office@au-ibar.org
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