Do you want to put your know-how and skills to use where they are
needed? Do you want to work abroad and experience different cultures?
Then the Centre for International Migration and Development (CIM) is
your ideal partner for finding a responsible position in the field of
development policy. We place highly qualified staff with employers in
Asia, Africa, Latin America and Europe.
The International Potato Center in Lima/Peru is looking for a
Social scientist for research on root and tuber diversity (m/f)
We are looking for you:
The International Potato Center (CIP) needs your expertise as a social scientist to research the socio-ecological and cultural drivers of Andean root and tuber biodiversity. CIP is a non-profit international agricultural research-for-development organization with a focus on potato, sweetpotato, and Andean roots and tubers. Its vision is to emphasize the use of roots and tubers to improve the lives of the poor. CIP is dedicated to achieving food security, improved well-being, and gender equality for poor people in root and tuber farming and food systems of the developing world. CIP works with partners to contribute high quality science, technology, and capacity strengthening for sustainable science-based solutions. CIP is headquartered in Lima, Peru, with staff and activities in over 30 locations across Asia, Africa, and Latin America. CIP is a member of CGIAR, a network of 15 research centers that are mostly located in the developing world and supported by more than 50 donor members.
The International Potato Center (CIP) needs your expertise as a social scientist to research the socio-ecological and cultural drivers of Andean root and tuber biodiversity. CIP is a non-profit international agricultural research-for-development organization with a focus on potato, sweetpotato, and Andean roots and tubers. Its vision is to emphasize the use of roots and tubers to improve the lives of the poor. CIP is dedicated to achieving food security, improved well-being, and gender equality for poor people in root and tuber farming and food systems of the developing world. CIP works with partners to contribute high quality science, technology, and capacity strengthening for sustainable science-based solutions. CIP is headquartered in Lima, Peru, with staff and activities in over 30 locations across Asia, Africa, and Latin America. CIP is a member of CGIAR, a network of 15 research centers that are mostly located in the developing world and supported by more than 50 donor members.
Your tasks will involve:
- Conduct socio-economic surveys and case studies to assess drivers of reduced potato diversity in respective diversity hotspots.
- Elaborate recommendations and guidelines for decision makers to support potato landrace conservation and promote the importance of potato landrace diversity for local and regional food systems.
- Develop a sustainable methodology for long-term monitoring of socio-cultural factors impacting on potato diversity.
- Undertake research to identify the role genetic diversity for improved socio-ecological resilience and adaptation to climate change and the provision of other environmental services.
- Facilitate improved cooperation among actors in the public and private sectors to safeguard a functional and healthy genetic diversity in situ.
Your profile:
- A university degree in social or cultural anthropology, sociology of agriculture or a different discipline relevant to the tasks involved
- Several years of research experience in the crop sector
- Profound knowledge of social science research methods, particularly surveys, case studies, culturally appropriate participatory approaches
- Excellent language skills in English and Spanish In addition you have the citizenship of an EU member state
How to apply:
What we offer:
- Varied tasks, which you will be expected to carry out independently in an international environment
- Cooperation with other development organizations
- Professional preparation for your assignment abroad
- Local employment contract as an integrated expert for an initial period of two years - contract may be extended
- Attractive monthly top-up payments in addition to local salary and social benefits
Interested?
Then submit your application using our online portal at http://www.cimonline.de to find out more about the services we offer. If you have any questions, please contact:
Andrea König
Tel.: +49.61.96. 79.35.78
Deadline 14 July 2014
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