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Job Summary: The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) seeks a qualified candidate to serve as Manager of Administration & Corporate Services for a one-year, renewable appointment in the Finance and Administration Division. The Manager of Administration & Corporate Services AFR is responsible for the overall coordination of administrative matters between IFPRI's headquarters in Washington DC and the IFPRI regional and country/project offices in Africa. The position provides management and operational support to IFPRI regional and country/project offices in Africa including related administrative aspects of current and new corporate partnerships in Africa. This position is based in Dakar, Senegal.  Essential Duties: Specific Duties include but are not limited to: Lead finance and administration functions of the Dakar office, providing operational support and oversight of day-to-day office activities.  Provide management support and oversight of the financial and administrative operations of IFPRI Regional and country/project offices in Africa, including functions such as budgeting, contracts and grants, human resources, facilities and IT management. Work closely with key administrative departments at IFPRI headquarters for accounting, human resources, computer services and facilities/office services, in the development of and roll-out of IFPRI-wide policy and procedure changes, providing guidance and training as needed to regional and country offices to ensure that the quality of operational support meets IFPRI operations standards. Regular analysis of operations capacity of IFPRI offices in Africa, identifying and making recommendations regarding opportunities for improvement in IFPRI’s administrative operations and processes, and undertaking new initiatives as agreed. Build strong relationships with Country Office Heads and Country Administrative and Finance Managers, providing advice, guidance, and support in all areas of operations and ensuring compliance with IFPRI policies and procedures. Financial reporting oversight for IFPRI regional and country offices in Africa, and supervision and management of the Hub Finance and Administration unit team, ensuring compliance with IFPRI and donor standards, policies and procedures and processes. Participation in the formulation of annual budgets and capital plans for IFPRI offices in Africa. Provide management oversight to ensure that proper financial controls are in place and processes are compliant with correct accounting procedures, providing strategic direction in developing options for addressing any weaknesses. Monitor projects in African locations on an as required basis. Facilitate decision-making on human resource (HR) matters relating to IFPRI offices in Africa (policies and procedures, labor law compliance, staffing, recruitment, conflict resolution, etc.) Work to build the capacity of finance, administrative staff members throughout IFPRI offices in Africa through regular training sessions and mentoring support. Contribute to the internal and external audit preparations for IFPRI offices in Africa and provide support on the implementation of audit recommendations and actions. Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree plus twelve years of relevant professional experience or Master’s degree plus ten years of relevant experience.  Minimum of four years management experience. Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills. Strong customer service skills. Ability to work effectively with all levels of organizations, including regional partners and donors. Ability to work autonomously, yet keep others informed. Ability to work in a multicultural setting. Excellent attention to details. Fluency in French is highly preferred.  ​Physical Demand & Work environment: Employee will sit in an upright position for a long period of time with little opportunity to move/stretch Employee will lift between 0-10 pounds Employee is required to have close visual acuity to perform activities such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing computer terminal; extensive reading. The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) is an equal employment opportunity employer - F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

Job Summary The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) seeks a qualified candidate to serve as a Research Analyst I/II in its Development Strategies and Governance Unit. This position is a one-year, renewable appointment, based at IFPRI’s office in New Delhi, India. The Successful candidate will have experience in using mixed methods for research and excellent writing skills. Interested applicants must have work authorization to work in India. The final grade level will be determined by level of education and years of relevant work experience. Essential Duties:  Specific duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: Assist with the analysis of climate-smart agricultural (CSA) technologies and interventions and their increasing significance as part of agricultural adaptation in the wake of climate change, particularly in the developing countries. Assist in conducting cost-benefit analysis, constraint analysis, and policy analysis to estimate the extent to of CSA adoption in the South Asia region.  Conduct data analysis (using primary and secondary), statistical and econometric analysis. Familiarity with trade-related data and data sources to assist with the analysis of trade barriers (tariff and non-tariff) associated with various CSA technologies. Preparation of analytical reports and peer-reviewed publishable papers using information from primary surveys and secondary data. Assist in the preparation of project reports, policy briefs and journal articles. Conduct literature reviews & synthesis. Verify or triangulate key data to ensure the robustness and relevance of it in developing indices. Regular travel and meetings with various stakeholders including government officials, extension agents, local service providers, and farmers to gather inputs for drafting reports. Assist in organizing high level policy forum, workshops and seminars. Required Qualifications:  At the Research Analyst I level, Bachelors’ degree plus two years of relevant experience, or Master’s degree in Economics, Rural Development, Public Policy, or a closely related field. At the Research Analyst II level, Master's degree in the above-mentioned fields plus three years of relevant post Master’s work experience. Demonstrated experience working with large quantitative data sets (data cleaning, management, analysis, etc.) Knowledge of standard econometric tools Excellent Stata, data visualization (Tableau/Power BI), MS Excel and ArcGIS skills (knowledge of ArcGIS and Tableau/Power BI is not compulsory)  Demonstrated strong writing skills. Fluency in written and spoken English and Hindi Ability to work independently, with initiative and minimal supervision. Preferred Qualifications:  Experience in fieldwork, using mixed methods for research. Experience in designing and conducting focused group discussions, semi-structured interviews, and analysis of policy documents.   Experience working in rural South Asia Experience in liaison and coordination with ministries and departments.  Physical Demands and Work Environment Employee will sit in an upright position for a long period of time. Employee will lift between 0-10 pounds. Employee is required to have close visual acuity to perform activities such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing computer terminal; extensive reading.  

Job Summary:  The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) seeks an Accounting Manager for a two-year, renewable appointment to provide general accounting support in the Accounting Department. This position will report to the Controller and is based at IFPRI headquarters located in Washington, DC. Essential Duties: Specific duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: Manage the daily accounting activities required to maintain the general ledger in compliance with financial policies and procedures. Supervise, direct, and review the work of the General Ledger, Accounts Payable and Payroll accountants. Manage and oversee in-house payroll processing and federal, state, and local tax filings in a timely manner.   Maintain organized set of detailed records and files to document and support financial transactions. Routinely analyze general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and appropriate summaries of accounts detail is maintained.  Prepare and/or review general ledger bank account reconciliations and ensure reconciling items are cleared in a timely manner. Respond to inquiries and assist staff to resolve issues in a timely manner. Inform Controller of relevant issues regarding financial controls, accounting, and reporting. Recommendations improvements to accounting processes and procedures and assist with implementation as needed. Assist with internal and external audits.   Ensure field office transactions are recorded timely and accurately.  Serve as the point of contact for accounting matters for IFPRI’s field offices. Perform other duties as assigned or required.   Qualifications:  B.S. Degree in Accounting plus ten years of relevant work experience, a Masters Degree in Accounting plus seven years of relevant work experience, or equivalent experience At least two years as management experience  Experience using Deltek Costpoint 8.1 or higher preferable Knowledge of GAAP and USAID regulations Experience with basic grant/contract administration Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word Strong supervisory experience Detail oriented – strong analytical skills Ability to work independently and multi-task under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment Excellent interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to work in a multi-cultural environment Excellent written and verbal English communications skills Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize work Physical Demand & Work environment: Employee will sit in an upright position for a long period of time.  Employee will lift between 0-10 pounds.  Employee is required to have close visual acuity to perform activities such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing computer terminal; extensive reading. Salary Range: The expected salary range for this job requisition is between $85,600 - $104,900.  In determining your salary, we will consider your experience and other job-related factors.  Benefits IFPRI is committed to providing our staff members with valuable and competitive benefits, as it is a core part of providing a strong overall employee experience. This position is eligible for health insurance coverage and a  summary of our benefits can be found on our website . Please note that the listed benefits are generally available to active, non-temporary, full-time and part-time US based employees who work at least 25 hours per week.  The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) is an equal employment opportunity employer - F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

Job Summary  The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) seeks a highly motivated Graphic Designer II to join our Communications and Public Affairs team. This position is a one-year, renewable appointment, based in its New Delhi office, India and report to the Manager for Creative Solutions, who is based in Washington, DC. The Graphic Designer will produce high-quality and professional visual communication products to promote IFPRI's research to a diverse range of target audiences and through multiple channels. The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic, creative, and team-oriented individual with experience designing and delivering compelling visual communication outputs in a dynamic environment.  Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and a portfolio demonstrating their graphic design work. The portfolio should include a variety of projects showcasing skills in typography, layout, creativity, and use of design software (Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Canva) and include. links to digital portfolios or PDF attachments. Applications without a portfolio will not be considered. Interested applicants must have work authorization to work in India. Essential Duties:  Specific duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: Design both print and digital visual communication products: Develop multiple design concepts and carry them through to final delivery, including but not limited to conference banners, brochures, data visualizations, flyers, posters, presentations, research reports, and websites. Layout print publications: Design and layout policy papers and reports while assisting in the creation of flexible InDesign templates. Create engaging digital content: Design visual content for the IFPRI website, interactive applications, social media, and email campaigns. Apply design principles: Utilize knowledge of layout, color theory, typography, and iconography to execute a wide variety of graphic design projects for both print and digital media. Provide branding guidance: Insure IFPRI products adhere to a consistent visual style and uphold professional standards, providing branding guidance to staff as needed. Brand design: Develop and execute creative concepts for branding, including logos, typography, color palettes, and overall visual identity. Innovate in interactive design: Lead initiatives on using innovative methods of interactive design to communicate research findings to both new and established audiences. Web Design: Develop visual design for IFPRI’s main website and microsites, ensure adherence to style guidelines. Coordinate printing: Manage the printing process of IFPRI publications and materials with local and international vendors. Collaborate effectively: Work collaboratively across the institution to ensure the timely delivery of high-quality design deliverables. Monitor and educate on digital trends: Stay updated on current digital trends, technologies, and industry standards, and educate both the team and IFPRI staff on best practices. Required Qualifications:  Bachelor's Degree in Art Design, Fine arts, Communications, Marketing or related field plus five years of relevant professional experience or Master’s plus three years in related field. Experience in graphic design, producing high-quality artwork, illustrations, and other graphics for communication purposes, including websites. Proven graphic design experience with a strong portfolio demonstrating excellent typography, layout, and creativity. Extensive experience with Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop. Basic knowledge/understanding of DTP software like Corel Draw.  Proficiency in using Canva for creating and managing visual content. In-depth knowledge and understanding of social media and web platforms, with demonstrated experience generating engaging content. Familiarity with designing within PowerPoint and MS Word. Ability to work quickly to meet tight deadlines and handle multiple projects simultaneously. Outstanding organizational and planning skills, with exceptional attention to detail. Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills; proven ability to be flexible in a team-oriented environment with diverse groups of people. Physical Demand & Work environment: Employee will sit in an upright position for a long period of time.  Employee will lift between 0-10 pounds.  Employee is required to have close visual acuity to perform activities such as: data preparation, web-scraping, preparing, and analyzing data and figure s; dashboard; viewing computer terminal; extensive coding.  

Job Summary   The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) seeks a qualified candidate to serve as a Research Analyst I/II in its Development Strategies and Governance Unit. This position is a one-year, renewable appointment, based at IFPRI’s office in New Delhi, India. Successful candidate will engage in quantitative research to generate empirical evidence on efficiency in agricultural research & development, impact of agricultural technologies, farm credits & insurance, innovations in input delivery systems, linkages between agriculture and nutrition etc. Job duties will include support to quantitative data analysis, literature reviews including policy and program reviews and assistance in the preparation of reports and journal manuscripts. The RA is expected to support policy and stakeholder communications activities also. Interested applicants must have work authorization to work in India. The final grade level will be determined by level of education and years of relevant work experience. Essential Duties:  Specific duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: Assist in various tasks involving Data collection, compilation, cleaning, and analysis of primary and secondary data from various sources.          Coordinate and manage large field surveys. C onduct literature reviews and synthesize findings. Perform economic modeling and statistical analysis. Facilitate coordination between collaborators and stakeholders.                                             Assist in the drafting and editing of research papers, blogs, policy briefs, technical guidance, presentations, etc. Perform other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications:  Research Analyst I: Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Agricultural Economics, Statistics, Agricultural Statistics plus two years of professional experience or Master’s degree in closely related field. Research Analyst II: Master’s degree in one of the above fields plus minimum three years of post-master’s relevant experience. Skills in quantitative research methods and data analysis. Experience of using Stata software for data analysis. Fluency in written and spoken English. Excellent interpersonal skills along with the ability to work independently and with colleagues from diverse cultures. Ability to manage multiple tasks and produce completed products in time. Ability to work independently, with initiative and minimal supervision. Preferred Qualifications:  Experience in handling large agricultural and household survey data from developing countries. Demonstrated strong writing skills. Physical Demand & Work environment: Employee will sit in an upright position for a long period of time.  Employee will lift between 0-10 pounds.    Employee is required to have close visual acuity to perform activities such as: data preparation, web-scraping, preparing, and analyzing data and figures; dashboard; viewing computer terminal; extensive coding.  

Job Summary: The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) seeks a qualified candidate to serve as a Research Assistants/ Research Analyst I in its Development Strategies and Governance Unit for the Sudan Strategy Support Program. This is a one-year, renewable appointment. The successful candidates will work with senior research staff in the analysis of agriculture, rural development, food and nutrition security and related policies and other research activities including research work related to the ensuing conflict in Sudan. The incumbent will work under the overall guidance of the IFPRI Sudan Program Leader but will be employed directly by IFPRl's organizational host, the Arab Organization for Agricultural Development (AOAD) - employment policies, compensation, and benefits of AOAD will apply to this position. Interested applicants must have authorization to work in Sudan. The final grade level will be determined by level of education and years of relevant work experience. Essential Duties: Specific Duties include but are not limited to: Assist the collection of primary and secondary data, Asist build large dataset from multiple sources, Assist to analyze data using advance analytical methods, Assist in conducting literature reviews and synthesis, Assist in drafting and translating reports, research papers, and blog posts between English and Arabic languages, Assist in capacity building and support outreach activities, Assist to coordinate projects and conduct other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications:  Research Assistant: Bachelor's or its equivalent in Economics, Agricultural Economics, Statistics, or closely related fields, Research Analyst: Bachelor’s degree plus two years of relevant professional experience or Master’s degree in a relevant discipline, Excellent knowledge of macroeconomic and/or microeconomic theory, Excellent knowledge of and quantitative econometric methods and/or economic modeling, Excellent knowledge of Stata and/or GAMS, Excellent analytical mind and drafting skills, Demonstrated fluency in written and spoken English and Arabic , Excellent interpersonal skills and to work in a team-oriented multi-cultural environment, Demonstrated ability to multi-task, meet deadlines, and manage time, Demonstrated professional level of attention to detail and accuracy of work, Ability to work independently and take initiative, Willingness to travel. Preferred Qualifications: Previous experience conducting research on and collecting data in Sudan. Familiarity with the literature on economic and agriculture development, food security, poverty reduction and related fields. Previous experience related to policy analysis and impact evaluation. Experience with spatial analysis and ARC-GIS. Experience with policy communication activities and events organization. Experience with managing websites and updating their contents. Experience in academia, the private sector, a development-oriented organization, or comparable institution,   Physical Demand & Work environment Employee will sit in an upright position for a long period of time. Employee will lift between 0-10 pounds. Employee is required to have close visual acuity to perform activities such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing computer terminal; extensive reading.  

Job Summary : The Director General’s Office (DGO) of the International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) seeks an Administrative Coordinator (AC) for one-year, non-exempt, renewable appointment. The Executive Assistant to Director General will be responsible for the AC’s work plan and performance evaluation, subject to the approval of the Director General. This position is based at IFPRI headquarters in Washington, D.C. Essential Duties The AC’s main duties and responsibilities include (a) providing administrative support to the Executive Assistant and other DGO staff (as needed), and (b) coordinating logistics for the following: Travel arrangement:  Travel planner form, visa applications, request for itineraries, issuance of air and/or train tickets, cash advances/honoraria, and preparation of travel expense reports.    Meetings:  Coordinate arrangements for organizing special events, including lunches, meetings and conferences.  This function will include room reservation, organizing meeting materials, presentation requirements, setting up teleconference and virtual calls, and catering. Visitors:  Coordinating visits of high-level guests to IFPRI such as who else from staff will join the meeting, ordering of food for breakfast or lunch as necessary, office/hotel reservation, pick-up and return of office keys, computer connections, assigned office name tag/labeling, and arrangement for brown bag/seminar/presentation. DG’s contact database:  Ensure that the database is current through regular maintenance/updating and accurate data entry of business cards from the DG’s travels. Office supplies:  Maintain adequate supply of commonly used/requested items for the division’s use. Service Center assistance, which includes but not limited to the following: Photocopying/printing/scanning Letters/mails - for fax, pick-up and distribution, maintain an updated pigeonhole assignment for DGO staff. Orderliness and adequate supplies are available for printers, photo-copying machine and coffee service. Files:  Create and maintain a complete, updated and functional filing system for DGO records and perform periodic filing of DG documents and archiving. Other duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time. It is expected that the AC will: Handle multiple tasks and prioritizes work with minimal supervision. Pay attention to detail and follows through to closure. Be able to work in a fast-paced, multicultural environment, and follow established procedures. Perform other duties/assignments as necessary. Required Qualifications : Bachelor’s degree or associate’s degree plus three years of administrative work experience, or high school diploma plus four years of relevant experience. Excellent oral and written English language skills. Solid composition, grammar and proofreading skills with the ability to compose correspondence. Demonstrated experience handling confidential matters. Demonstrated expertise with financial information. Demonstrated proficiency with computers:  Experience with MS Office, especially Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint required. Excellent typing skills required; 50-65 wpm preferred. Demonstrated ability to work productively within a multi-cultural team environment. Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize work responsibly with minimal supervision. Demonstrated ability to pay attention to detail and follow-through to closure. Demonstrated experience working in a fast-paced work environment.   Physical Demand & Work environment: Employee will sit in an upright position for a long period of time. Employee will lift between 0-10 pounds. Employee is required to have close visual acuity to perform activities such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing computer terminal; extensive reading. Salary Range : The expected salary range for this job requisition is between $23.37 - $28.65/hour. In determining your salary, we will consider your experience and other job-related factors. Benefits : IFPRI is committed to providing our staff members with valuable and competitive benefits, as it is a core part of providing a strong overall employee experience. This position is eligible for health insurance coverage and a summary of our benefits  can be found on our website . Please note that the listed benefits are generally available to active, non-temporary, full-time and part-time US-based employees who work at least 25 hours per week.   IFPRI Washington D.C. has a hybrid work environment that allows staff members a minimum of two days (preference for 3 days) in-office work and the remaining two to three days remote work. The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) is an equal employment opportunity employer - F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.  

The Development Strategies and Governance (DSG) Unit within the Transformation Strategies Department of the International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) seeks a Research Unit Contracts & Grants Manager I, who will be responsible for financial management which includes budgetary responsibilities, cost monitoring and control, and financial analysis and reporting, contracts administration which includes proposal preparation and submission and the administration of the Unit’s special projects. Other responsibilities include supervising Unit Admin Support staff, serving as liaison with finance and administration as well as the Director General’s office; drafting correspondence for the Unit director and communication with external contacts (donors, clients, collaborators, sub-contractors and auditors); and service as active member on various standing and ad-hoc committees, as well as work with Project Managers in management of budgets, contracts, deliverables, invoices and other payment documents. This position is a 2-year, renewable appointment based in Washington, DC.   Essential Duties: Specific duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: Providing technical support in proposal preparation, reviewing contracts to ensure they reflect the provisions negotiated, and monitoring performance of contracts and submission of specified deliverables.  Drafting, negotiating and monitoring consultant collaborative agreements, serve as liaison between program collaborators and finance/administrative issues, review monthly financial reports, and provide financial analysis reports on projects.  Preparing the divisional budgets and monitoring expense budgets Coordinating the drafting of project/program budgets; review of accounting transactions.  Developing spreadsheets & maintaining financial information for planning & reference. Drafting routine correspondence regarding contracts or project/program finances. Assisting in financial audits Coordinating financial and operational activities for field offices Ensuring the smooth operation of the program’s day-to-day activities; coordinate seminars and workshops, manage logistical arrangements on seminars/workshops. Liaising with IFPRI HR Services, Facilities and IT department for related issues and needs. Preparing administrative and operational procedures for the division and approves timesheets Maintaining division files Supervising administrative support staff Other tasks as assigned. Required Qualifications:  Bachelor’s degree plus ten years of relevant experience, or associate’s degree plus twelve years of relevant experience.   Two year of management experience Experience in developing, monitoring and managing budgets and contracts. Experience in coordinating budget processes, reviewing accounting transactions, developing financial projections and reports. Solid composition, grammar and proof-reading skills, with the ability to compose correspondence and reports; excellent written and oral English communications skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office; word processing & spreadsheet programs required. Ability to handle multiple tasks & prioritize tasks with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrated experience and comfort working with multiple program managers simultaneously.  Ability to prioritize and coordinate tasks in such an environment. Demonstrated flexibility to adjust to multiple individual work styles.  Attention to detail and ability to work within a team in a multicultural environment.   Preferred Qualifications: Familiarity with IFPRI’s operational systems (finance, accounting, etc.) and the CGIAR system is highly desirable.  Proficiency in a second language of the U.N. system Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office, especially Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint required, and demonstrated proficiency with financial management and administrative software applications such as Costpoint, OnBase, Deltek, and/or other applications. Physical Demand & Work environment: Employee will sit in an upright position for a long period of time  Employee will lift between 0-10 pounds.  Employee is required to have close visual acuity to perform activities such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing computer terminal; extensive reading. Salary Range: The expected salary range for this job requisition is between $85,600- $104,900. In determining your salary, we will consider your experience and other job-related factors.  Benefits: IFPRI is committed to providing our staff members with valuable and competitive benefits, as it is a core part of providing a strong overall employee experience. This position is eligible for health insurance coverage and a summary of our benefits can be found on our website. Please note that the listed benefits are generally available to active, non-temporary, full-time and part-time US-based employees who work at least 25 hours per week. The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) is an equal employment opportunity employer - F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

Job Summary: The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) seeks a qualified candidate to serve as a Senior Research Fellow (SRF I or SRF II) for a two-year, renewable appointment for its Nutrition, Diets and Health Unit. This position is based at IFPRI headquarters located in Washington, D.C but would involve travel to any of the countries in which IFPRI carries out its research. The SRF I/II would manage complex, multi-partner surveys and evaluations, mentor junior research staff, lead the development of new research activities, including developing proposals for the evaluation of multisectoral programs and food systems approaches to improving diet, nutrition and health outcomes in low- and middle-income countries. In addition, the SRF I/II would lead research activities related to the CGIAR Research Initiative on Fruit and Vegetables for Sustainable Healthy Diets (FRESH) which would include leading the co-development of programmatic activities (with program implementation partners) to increase intake of fruit and vegetables. Essential Duties:   Specific duties include but are not limited to: Conducting research related to diets, nutrition, health, and well-being in low-and middle-income countries and the impact of multisectoral programs and/or food systems approaches on these types of outcomes.  Developing and managing large/complex research projects and/or programs including developing workplans, coordinating research activities, monitoring and reporting on progress and sharing research findings with diverse audiences.  Design and supervise large-scale data collection activities such as household surveys, food environment surveys, dietary assessment surveys and nutritional status assessments.   Supervising the work of various research support staff and providing professional mentoring to others.  As part of multisectoral program and/or food systems evaluation activities, work closely with program implementation partners and other key stakeholders, to identify and oversee the design of programmatic activities to address constraints to sustainable, healthy diets. Recruiting and managing national collaborators. Developing and monitoring of the project or program budget. Publishing research in peer-reviewed publications. Providing strong research leadership in developing new ideas into proposals. Preparing donor and other project/program reports. Liaising with donor & senior government and other types of stakeholders on projects Communicating research to a broad spectrum of stakeholders (researchers, academicians, policy makers, local partners. Required Qualifications: At the Senior Research Fellow I level:  PhD in Nutrition, Public Health, Epidemiology, International Development, or closely related field and a minimum of 7 years of post-PhD experience. At the Senior Research Fellow II level:  PhD in Nutrition, Public Health, Epidemiology, International Development, or closely related field and a minimum of 10 years of post-PhD experience Major external recognition within peer professional network due to publications and other leaderships activities. Extensive publication record in peer-reviewed journals. Strong skills in quantitative data analysis Demonstrated ability to perform critical analyses of own & others’ research.  Sustained and consistent excellent publications record in peer-reviewed journals.  Demonstrated leadership skills and strong experience building and managing teams. Demonstrated leadership in developing global research programs with policy recommendations. Demonstrated experience in effective interactions in a multicultural setting with other researchers and with policymakers, donors, and civil society, facilitating impact of research & capacity strengthening. The ability to effectively contribute to IFPRI’s overall institutional value through demonstrated participation and support for organization-wide programs and activities. Willingness to travel extensively as required. Excellent written and spoken English communication skills with demonstrated excellence in written and oral presentations. Demonstrated computer literacy (PC and Microsoft Applications).  Proven record of fundraising success for broad and complex programs and projects. Preferred Qualifications: Proficiency in a second language of the U.N. system Dietary assessment and analysis expertise Experience with qualitative assessment methods and associated analytic techniques and software. Physical Demand and Work Environment: Employee will sit in an upright position for a long period of time.  Employee will lift between 0-10 pounds.  Employee is required to have close visual acuity to perform activities such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing computer terminal; extensive reading. Salary Range : The expected salary ranges for this job requisition are between 24 R : $135,400 -  $169,300 ; 25 R: $159,800 -  $199,700 .  In determining your salary, we will consider your experience and other job-related factors. Benefits IFPRI is committed to providing our staff members with valuable and competitive benefits, as it is a core part of providing a strong overall employee experience. This position is eligible for health insurance coverage and a  summary of our benefits can be found on our website . Please note that the listed benefits are generally available to active, non-temporary, full-time and part-time US based employees who work at least 25 hours per week. The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) is an equal employment opportunity employer - F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

Job Summary: The Market, Trade, and Institutions Unit of the International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) seeks an Administrative Coordinator I to provide administrative support. This is a one-year, non-exempt, renewable appointment and is located at IFPRI’s Headquarters in Washington, D.C.     Essential Duties: Specific duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: Document Support : Edit and/or transcribe reports, manuscripts, and other documents as needed, for the unit staff. Project Logistical Coordination : Draft and monitor contracts for collaborators and services. Accounting Support : Prepare travel and field expense reports.  File & monitor project budgets, collaborator and donor-approved budget expenditures, and sub-contracts. Travel arrangement:  Prepare hotel and travel requests for staff and visitors, assist in coordinating visa applications, request for itineraries, and issuance of air and/or train tickets, cash advances/honoraria, and preparation of travel expense reports.   Coordinate with Travel Office & Accounting for processing travel requests. Meetings : Coordinate arrangements for organizing special events, including lunches, meetings, conferences, and other training events.  This function will include room reservation, organizing meeting materials, presentation requirements, setting up teleconferences, catering, and taking/taping and/or transcribing minutes of meetings, as needed. Appointment schedule & Visitors’ Support : Manage appointment scheduling for Research fellows as requested and provide logistical support for visitors, to include office/hotel reservation, pick-up, and return of office keys, computer connections, assigned office name tag/labeling, and arrangement for brown bag/seminar/presentation. Contact Data Base Support : Maintain various administrative/unit database including Collaborator & Project main list, staff contact/emergency file, and other master files. Outposted Staff Administrative Support :   Provide administrative support to outposted staff, as applicable. Mail Support :   If requested, manage incoming & outgoing mail and monitor equipment inventory.  Perform other duties as assigned.   Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree; or Associate's degree plus three years of relevant experience; or high school diploma plus four years of relevant experience. Excellent oral and written English language skills. Solid composition, grammar and proofreading skills with the ability to compose correspondence. Demonstrated experience handling confidential matters. Demonstrated expertise with financial information. Familiarity with monitoring/managing project budgets and contracts. Demonstrated proficiency with computers:  Experience with MS Office, especially Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint required.  Excellent typing skills required; 50-65 wpm preferred. Demonstrated ability to work productively within a multi-cultural team environment. Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize work responsibly with minimal supervision. Demonstrated ability to pay attention to detail and follow-through to closure. Demonstrated experience working in a fast-paced work environment. Preferred Qualifications: Proficiency in a second language of the U.N. system Physical Demand & Work environment: Employee will sit in an upright position for a long period of time with little opportunity to move/stretch. Employee will lift between 0-10 pounds. Employee is required to have close visual acuity to perform activities such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing computer terminal; extensive reading. Salary Range : The expected salary range for this job requisition is between $23.37 - $28.65/hour. In determining your salary, we will consider your experience and other job-related factors. Benefits : IFPRI is committed to providing our staff members with valuable and competitive benefits, as it is a core part of providing strong overall employee experience. This position is eligible for health insurance coverage and a summary of our benefits  can be found on our website . Please note that the listed benefits are generally available to active, non-temporary, full-time and part-time US-based employees who work at least 25 hours per week. IFPRI Washington D.C. has a hybrid work environment that allows staff members a minimum of two days (preference for 3 days) in-office work and the remaining two to three days remote work. The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) is an equal employment opportunity employer - F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Job Summary:  The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) seeks a Staff Accountant II for a two-year, renewable appointment to provide general accounting support in the Finance Department. This position will report to the Accounting Manager and is based at IFPRI Headquarters located in Washington, DC.   Essential Duties: Specific duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: Assist in monthly and year end closing process. Prepare monthly journal entries and provide relevant supporting documentation. Prepare monthly account reconciliations as assigned and research and clear any transactional discrepancies.  Ensure field office expenditures are processed timely.  Review for compliance field office expenditure reports and documentation. Handle weekly cash deposit and process monthly deposit entry. Provide audit assistance in retrieving documents for auditors to review. Provide back up support when needed in processing accounts payable transactions, wire transfers, and payroll functions. Qualifications:  Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance or closely related field plus two years of relevant experience; or associate's degree plus five years of relevant experience. Strong attention to detail. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel. Strong analytical skills. Good oral and written communications skills. Demonstrated Ability to consistently process high volume of transactions. Preferred Qualification Deltek Costpoint Experience Physical Demand & Work environment: Employee will sit in an upright position for a long period of time.  Employee will lift between 0-10 pounds.  Employee is required to have close visual acuity to perform activities such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing computer terminal; extensive reading. Salary Range: The expected salary range for this job requisition is between $55,600 - $68,100. In determining your salary, we will consider your experience and other job-related factors. Benefits: IFPRI is committed to providing our staff members with valuable and competitive benefits, as it is a core part of providing a strong overall employee experience. This position is eligible for health insurance coverage and a summary of our benefits can be found on our website. Please note that the listed benefits are generally available to active, non-temporary, full-time and part-time US-based employees who work at least 25 hours per week. The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) is an equal employment opportunity employer - F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

Job Summary: The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI), an international non-profit, research organization with over 600+ employees worldwide, seeks a Director of Finance and Administration to oversee the institute’s annual budget of USD 100+ million and lead the finance and administration services across the institute including Finance, IT Services, Travel and Facilities. The Director of Finance and Administration is a member of the Senior Management Team and reports to the Director General. The ideal candidate should be an excellent leader, people person, strategic communicator and relationship builder who can thrive in a complex, fast-changing environment. This is a three-year, full-time, exempt, renewable appointment and involves international travel, particularly to developing countries. This position could be based at IFPRI’s headquarters located in Washington, DC (preferred), Nairobi, Kenya or New Delhi, India. Essential Duties: Specific duties include but are not limited to: Provides information and advice to the IFPRI’s Board and senior management to ensure that the financial and physical resources of the institute are managed optimally and sustainably. Ensures that an effective framework is in place for informed decision making including the appropriate financial and risk management strategies, internal and external audits, compliance policies, corporate financial planning and reporting. Oversees the preparation and timely distribution of the Institute’s annual budget, long-term forecasts, including base case and downside scenario planning, and regular financial and management reports in accordance with internal, external and statutory obligations Directly supervises the senior corporate services managers (Finance, IT Services, Facilities, and Travel). Leads, manages and supports all managers in carrying out their duties by providing them with information, advice, general support and capacity building as needed. Monitors budget and expense trends; recommends and implements corrective actions as required. Reviews financial policies, procedure and practices; recommends improvements to financial processes and controls. Develops and implements systems that ensure the smooth operations of central administration. Work closely with the CGIAR Corporate Service Heads and at the One CGIAR System Office. Oversees all space and lease functions. Primarily responsible for IFPRI’s risk management system including oversight of IFPRI’s operations in Africa and Asia. Ensures that Finance and Corporate Service units in all IFPRI locations are appropriately staffed, well led and managed for performance. Ensure continuous improvement in the service delivery from these units. Required Qualifications: CPA/MBA or equivalent; minimum of fifteen years of relevant experience at the senior management level. Demonstrated leadership, management, and supervisory skills including the ability to recommend or make decisions, including difficult ones, in a complex, changing environment. Excellent planning and organizational skills, as well as attention to detail. Broad knowledge of finance and corporate service functions. Senior level experience in contract administration. Managerial experience in a non-profit, research, and/or international organization. Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.  Demonstrated ability to work in multi-cultural settings and to build productive relationships with diverse internal and external stakeholders. Willingness and ability to travel internationally, particularly to developing countries (15-20%). Essential personal qualities: integrity, responsiveness and decisiveness. Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of or experience with the CGIAR Understanding of US GAAP AND IFRS Experience in donor relations Proficiency in a second language of the U.N. system Physical Demand and Work Environment: Employee will sit in an upright position for a long period of time.  Employee will lift between 0-10 pounds.  Employee is required to have close visual acuity to perform activities such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing computer terminal; extensive reading. Salary Range: The expected salary ranges for this job requisition are between $ 188,900 - $231,400.  In determining your salary, we will consider your experience and other job-related factors. Benefits: IFPRI is committed to providing our staff members with valuable and competitive benefits, as it is a core part of providing a strong overall employee experience. This position is eligible for health insurance coverage and a summary of our benefits can be found on our website. Please note that the listed benefits are generally available to active, non-temporary, full-time and part-time US based employees who work at least 25 hours per week. The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) is an equal employment opportunity employer - F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

Job Summary: The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) seeks a Finance & Administrative Coordinator for its Development Strategies and Governance Unit (DSG). This is a one-year, renewable appointment and is located at IFPRI’s South Asia Office in India. This position will work within the DSG department in providing support with travel organization, contract drafting & monitoring, revision of deliverables, financial reports, and invoices; workshops, edit narratives; close contracts and projects. Interested applicants must have work authorization to work in India. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Project Logistical Coordination : Provide logistical coordination for project activities, to include drafting and monitoring of project subcontracts, for complex Divisional projects. Monitor deadlines and coordinate the receipt of collaborator deliverables and submission of donor deliverables as requested. Accounting Support : Prepare travel and field expense reports.  File & monitor project budgets, collaborator and donor-approved budget expenditures, and sub-contracts. Submit and monitor collaborator invoices upon submission/approval of deliverables. Monitor weekly unit payments and submit updates to vendors and/or PM/PL/ project coordinators. Follow-up and process invoices from centers that host Group staff.   Assist, as needed, on provision of monthly General Ledgers (GLs)/Project Summary Report (PSRs) to PM/PLs.  Submit/correct project-related expense adjustments (as needed) Contact Data Base Support:   Maintain various administrative/unit database including Collaborator & Project main list, staff contact/emergency file, and other master files. Monitor SAC calendar to identify: Project end-dates and eventual closeout. Provide project budget burn rates to projects leaders upon request. Electronic filing of documents. Closeout collaborator and sub-contractor contracts after detailed verification that all deliverables have been received and all funds have been disbursed, filling in the checklist, obtaining the Project Leader signature, and importing the Close Out Form onto D4D. Timely preparation of periodic financial reports and invoices for a range of donors. Monitor billed and unbilled receivables for delinquent payments and billable cost. Data Entry in Tally and Finalization of accounts books as per Indian Accounting standards. Review monthly project status reports. Address internal and external inquiries regarding project financial matters. Assist with annual statutory audit. Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance plus two years of relevant experience or associate’s degree plus five years of relevant experience. Preference would be given to Intermediate/pursuing CA/CS/CWA. Knowledge of Tally is preferable. Demonstrated proficiency with computers: experience with MS Office, especially Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint required. Strong analytical skills. Demonstrated ability to work productively within a multi-cultural team environment. Excellent oral and written communications skills. Demonstrated ability to pay diligence and follow-through to closure. Demonstrated experience working in a fast-paced work environment. Physical Demand & Work environment: Employee will sit in an upright position for a long period of time. Employee will lift between 0-10 pounds. Employee is required to have close visual acuity to perform activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; viewing computer terminal; extensive reading. 

Job Summary The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) seeks a qualified candidate to serve as an Associate Research Fellow or Research Fellow. This is a two-year, renewable, exempt appointment based at IFPRI’s Washington, DC Office.  The ideal candidate will have demonstrated aptitude with modeling water resources and hydrologic systems at multiple scales, experience in developing and operating modeling suites that link biophysical and economic models, and interest/experience in the analysis of risk and uncertainty. The successful candidate will work on interdisciplinary teams to conduct research, produce high-impact publications and disseminate knowledge that (for example): assists national level policy-making units confront the challenges posed by climate change and water constraints; fosters regional strategies for resilient growth and development in a context of climate change; works with CGIAR partners on research and/or model development, particularly in IWMI; and assists key agri-food system actors in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) and other constituencies in the formation of investment plans in water resources, including in relation to food and energy. Specific areas of research are expected to be developed in accordance with the intersection of the interests and skills of the successful candidate and the objectives of the Foresight and Policy Modeling Unit. It is anticipated that about 80 percent of the job will be dedicated to applied research, and the remaining 20 percent will be allocated to capacity-building, policy engagement, and outreach activities supporting evidence-based decision-making. Essential Duties  Specific duties include but are not limited to:  ·          Lead development, maintenance, and improvement of IFPRI’s water data and modeling systems compatible with global (IMPACT) and national levels (RIAPA). ·          Contribute to scenario development, modeling and analytics supporting a variety of foresight-related research projects. ·          Lead focused studies on water-related issues relevant for food system transformation globally and in LMICs. ·          Work with other modelers in the Foresight and Policy Modeling unit to maintain and improve water modeling components of established modeling frameworks. ·          Conduct research in the service of the CGIAR’s mission to advance positive transformation of food, land, and water systems. ·          Support efforts to strengthen the capacity of partner organizations and networks to conduct scholarly research and communicate evidence-based policy recommendations. ·          Prepare project reports, research papers, presentations, and peer-reviewed journal articles in collaboration with CGIAR researchers, other collaborators, and partners. ·          Regularly communicate research outputs via policy seminars, policy briefs, and peer-reviewed publications to a broad spectrum of stakeholders, including researchers, academics, policymakers, and government officials. ·          The successful candidate will work with a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural team of researchers and is expected to engage in a broad range of research projects and activities consistent with the research program of the Foresight and Policy Modeling Unit. Required Qualifications ·          PhD in Water Resources Engineering, Hydrology, or closely related field ·          Significant expertise in using water resources systems and hydrologic models and experience or interest to link these to economic and other simulation models at global, regional and national levels to evaluate policies related to food, land, and water systems. ·          Demonstrated capabilities in quantitative analysis and ability to use spatial data and methods in innovative and policy-relevant ways to examine water resource management issues in the context of climate change and other major drivers. ·          Ability or willingness to work in the GAMS modeling environment and code, other math/statistical programming languages, and GIS. ·          Experience using river basin modeling tools, (e.g. Mike Hydro Basin, WEAP, and Riverware). ·          Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well both with a team and independently. ·          Ability to work in a dynamic environment, take initiatives to resolve issues and effectively work with minimal supervision. ·          Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. ·          Willingness to travel extensively (including internationally) as required. Preferred Qualifications ·          Ability to work in Python. ·          Relevant research experience as applied to LMIC country contexts in Africa, Asia, and/or Latin America. ·          Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality written reports, oral presentations, blog posts, and/or other forms of written and oral communications associated with scholarly research outputs. Additional requirements at the Research Fellow level ·          At least 3 years of post-PhD experience relevant to the job and demonstrated fundraising experience. ·          Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals. ·          Major external recognition within professional peer network based on publications and other leadership activities. ·          Demonstrated leadership skills and successful experience building and managing teams. Physical Demand & Work environment ·          Employee will sit in an upright position for a long period of time ·          Employee will lift between 0-10 pounds. ·          Employee is required to have close visual acuity to perform activities such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing computer terminal; extensive reading. Salary Range :  The expected salary range for this job requisition is between $85,600 - $107,000. In determining your salary, we will consider your experience and other job-related factors. Benefits : IFPRI is committed to providing our staff members with valuable and competitive benefits, as it is a core part of providing strong overall employee experience. This position is eligible for health insurance coverage and a summary of our benefits  can be found on our website . Please note that the listed benefits are generally available to active, non-temporary, full-time and part-time US-based employees who work at least 25 hours per week. The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) is an equal employment opportunity employer - F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.    

Job Summary: The Director General’s Office (DGO) of the International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) seeks a highly motivated Proposal Coordinator   to join its team. The ideal candidate will be innovative, self-motivated and goal-oriented, with experience creating and executing fundraising strategies and developing successful proposals to secure restricted and unrestricted funding from foundations and government and multilateral agencies.  The incumbent will be responsible for supporting senior staff and research leads with strategic resource mobilization, proposal development, and coordination efforts across the institute. This locally recruited position is a one year, renewable appointment and is located at IFPRI’s headquarters in Washington, DC.    Essential Duties: Specific duties include but are not limited to: Fundraising Assist in advising staff on the development and implementation of fundraising strategies Perform competitive intelligence gathering through research and analytics to identify new donors and funding prospects, including private industry, foundations, high-net worth individuals, multilateral agencies, and government Advise staff on strategies for approaching donor prospects and draft outreach & communication materials Manage cultivation and stewardship for select foundations and individual donors   Proposal Development & Coordination Proactively liaise with research units and corporate services to facilitate proposal development efforts, streamline the process, strengthen the output, and track progress and staff input throughout the proposal process Work closely with and support research units from project concept to full proposal development, incorporating input from multi-disciplinary staff Provide high quality review for key proposals to ensure output complies with proposal requirements, and facilitate professional service support (grant writer, editor, etc.), in collaboration with research units and finance Continually assess and propose improvements for practices/procedures/systems involving IFPRI’s proposal pipeline and funder/funding intelligence Other duties: Assist with partnership-related activities and event coordination as needed.     Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree plus 10 years of relevant work experience or master’s degree or equivalent certification plus 8 years of experience, preferably 4 years of experience in a business development team supporting international development clients, including USAID and US government contracting. At least 2 years of management experience. Experience developing and/or implementing fundraising strategies for nonprofit organizations, including prospect research; outreach to funding sources; and donor cultivation and stewardship Experience developing successful proposals/grants targeting various funding sources (government, private industry, foundation and individuals), preferably in agriculture, nutrition and/or relevant fields Highly effective and versatile communication skills—both written and oral. Ability to effectively synthesize scientific/programmatic content for multiple audiences High level of professionalism, including the ability to diplomatically coordinate individuals with various disciplines to accomplish common objections Self-motivated, with proven ability to work independently and multi-task to accomplish key goals and complete projects Strong analytical skills Comfortable in a global team, including working well with team members and collaborators located in multiple time zones and countries Willingness and ability to travel as needed   Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree Proficiency in a second language of the U.N. system International experience, especially in Africa, Asia and Latin America Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and donor databases Background, or interest in, international development   Physical Demand & Work environment: Employee will sit in an upright position for a long period of time Employee will lift between 0-10 pounds. Employee is required to have close visual acuity to perform activities such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing computer terminal; extensive reading   Salary Range: The expected salary range for this job requisition is between $85,600- $104,900. In determining your salary, we will consider your experience and other job-related factors. Benefits: IFPRI is committed to providing our staff members with valuable and competitive benefits, as it is a core part of providing a strong overall employee experience. This position is eligible for health insurance coverage and a summary of our benefits can be found on our website. Please note that the listed benefits are generally available to active, non-temporary, full-time and part-time US-based employees who work at least 25 hours per week. The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) is an equal employment opportunity employer - F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

Job Summary The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) seeks a qualified candidate to serve as a Research Analyst in its Development Strategies and Governance Unit (DSG). This is one-year, non-renewable appointment based in Yangon, Myanmar, and may include travel and extended stays in different parts of rural Myanmar. The successful candidate will work on several research projects, involving household survey data collection and analysis. Interested applicants must be authorized to work in Myanmar. Essential Duties: Specific Duties include but are not limited to: Collection, cleaning, and analysis of primary and secondary data Assist in handling household survey data (including survey design, sampling & questionnaire) Assist with development of research instruments and analytical tools Conduct data analysis, statistical analysis, econometric analysis Conduct literature reviews & synthesis Contribute to the writing of discussion papers, donor reports, and other scholarly publications. Coordinate field implementation of survey activities (scoping, pretesting, training survey enumerators, etc.) Prepare large datasets for public access Develop data documentation manuals or other learning materials, as needed Help develop & coordinate technical workshops Interact with collaborators and project partners. Other duties as assigned Required Qualifications: Bachelors degree in Economics, Agricultural Economics, International Development or related field plus two years of professional experience or a Master’s degree in a relevant discipline. Experienced in conducting literature reviews of academic publications, research reports, etc. Demonstrated experience in coordinating activities in the field. Demonstrated experience in effective interaction and coordination with collaborators and project partners. Demonstrated experience working with large quantitative data sets (data cleaning, management, analysis, etc.) Demonstrated ability to perform in-depth statistical analysis and report the results. Demonstrated fluency in written and spoken English and Myanmar language. Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) Excellent interpersonal skills and to work in a team-oriented multi-cultural environment. Demonstrated ability to multi-task as needed, consistently meet deadlines and manage time well Demonstrated professional level of attention to detail and accuracy of work. Ability to work independently, with initiative and minimal supervision. Ability to travel. Preferred Qualifications: Skilled in programming in Stata and in managing household databases. Excellent econometric skills on cross-section and panel data analysis. Experience with data entry and CAPI software packages. Proficiency in Shan, Karen, Kachin, Chin, and/or Mon language. Physical Demand & Work environment: Employee will seat in an upright position for a long period of time. Employee will lift between 0-10 pounds. Employee is required to have close visual acuity to perform activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing computer terminal; extensive reading.

Job Summary: The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) seeks a qualified candidate to fill the position of Senior Research Coordinator for a 2-year, exempt appointment. This position will be based at IFPRI’s office in Lilongwe, Malawi. The Senior Research Coordinator will play a leading role in developing and implementing policy research and engagement strategies, as well as capacity strengthening. Essential Duties: Specific duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: Policy engagement/influence and capacity strengthening ·          Lead efforts of IFPRI to promote evidence-based policy planning and implementation in Malawi, including the promotion of policy dialogue and mutual learning. ·          Engage with other relevant continental and regional processes to seek opportunities for influencing and strengthening policy processes in Malawi. ·          Strengthen leadership and develop policymaking capacity in Malawi. ·          Develop and strengthen links between IFPRI and Malawi’s relevant Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs). ·          Represent IFPRI in regional meetings and interactions. ·          Develop new partnerships with strategic partners, as and when appropriate. ·          Engage at international level with relevant platforms and processes.   Research development, facilitation and management ·          Develop, implement and manage programs of research at IFPRI in Malawi. ·          Liaise with IFPRI partner organizations to ensure the policy workstream is responsive and complementary to other work streams. ·          Identify funding opportunities for proposals for policy-relevant research. ·          Develop new policy-relevant research to address knowledge gaps/research needs that exist, or emerge. ·          Link with platforms and initiatives to harmonize and strengthen research plans and outputs. ·          Link to and collaborate with (as appropriate) other external partners and stakeholders. ·          Support the dissemination and publication of research results in policy briefs and other targeted publications. ·          Support the Malawi Country Program Leader in internal and external (including donor) reporting and proposal development.   Required Qualifications: ·          PhD plus 5 years’ experience in public policy, economics, political science or quantitative social science. Strong track record of policy research and engagement, and a strong understanding of development policies and practice. Specific experience in Malawi is an advantage. ·          Experience in cross-sectoral policy engagement on agricultural commercialization, urbanization and rural transformation.   ·          Demonstrated leadership and experience in effective interactions in a multicultural and international development setting with other researchers and with policymakers, donors, and civil society in Africa, and preferably in Malawi, facilitating impact of research and capacity strengthening. Experience with CGIAR institutions is desirable. ·          Experience with development of capacity strengthening strategies and programs in Africa, and preferably in Malawi. ·          Major external recognition within peer professional network ·          Willingness to travel extensively as required ·          Excellent written and spoken English communication skills with demonstrated excellence in written and oral presentations. Knowledge of Chichewa is an advantage. ·          Demonstrated leadership skills and strong experience in working in and influencing development institutions. ·          Demonstrated ability to critically assess own and others’ research Physical Demand & Work environment: ·          Employee will sit in an upright position for a long period of time with little opportunity to move/stretch ·          Employee will lift between 0-10pounds ·          Employee is required to have close visual acuity to perform activities such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing computer terminal; extensive reading   Salary Range : The expected salary range for this job requisition is between $115,800 - $144,800. In determining your salary, we will consider your experience and other job-related factors. Benefits : IFPRI is committed to providing our staff members with valuable and competitive benefits, as it is a core part of providing a strong overall employee experience. This position is eligible for health insurance coverage and a summary of our benefits  can be found on our website . Please note that the listed benefits are generally available to active, non-temporary, full-time and part-time US-based employees who work at least 25 hours per week. The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) is an equal employment opportunity employer - F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

Job Summary: The Development Strategies and Governance Unit (DSG), of the International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) seeks a qualified candidate to serve as a Driver II. This position is a two-years, renewable appointment based in Dakar, Senegal. Under the general supervision of the Manager of Administration and Corporate Services, Africa Region, and direct supervision of the Dakar Senior Logistics Coordinator, the successful candidate will offer reliable transportation services to authorized personnel and visitors, ensuring the safety of persons, property and vehicles, and aid in the delivery of logistics services. The incumbent must be client-oriented approach, high sense of responsibility, courtesy, tact and ability to work with people of different national and cultural backgrounds. Interested applicants must be authorized to work in Senegal.   Essential Duties: Specific duties will include the following Operate and maintain transportation vehicles with a focus on safety and courtesy Keep the logbook of assigned vehicle in a regular and precise manner Prepares accident and incident reports as necessary and ensures that immediate steps as required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in an accident Performs daily vehicle inspections and fill out inspection forms; ensure that the vehicle is kept clean Ensure that periodic scheduled vehicle maintenance is completed and reported. Perform customs clearance and vehicle registrations procedures for office and IRS vehicles. In collaboration with the Senior Logistics Coordinator, follow up on procedures/documentation relating to formalities for exemptions on local or imported purchases for the office and IRS. Assist the facilities department with procurement and service supply (request for competitive quotes and other documents). Perform other related duties as assigned and required. Required Qualifications: Ten years of education and one year of relevant experience, plus certifications, and/or on-the-job training. Must have a valid driver's license. Good spoken and written French language skills (basic knowledge in English desirable). Have a good knowledge of local suppliers, services and public administration services Basic computer skills (word, Excel, Internet). Ability to communicate clearly and in a courteous manner Punctuality and flexible schedule Good physical condition Respect for confidentiality

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