Sakshi Education

The International Crops Research Institute for the Semi Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) invites application for the following posts

Program Director

Qualifications:

PhD in Agricultural or Plant Sciences, Development Studies or related fields
Work experience of at least 15 years in international agricultural research for development with high levels of quality research outputs
Proven capability to manage a large research program, including all aspects of project management: managing budgets and staff, building and managing partnerships, monitoring and evaluating impacts and leading a diverse team
Experience in systems research where multiple stakeholders, including public policymakers, the private sector and agribusiness are involved in achieving research outcomes
Experience in addressing governance, institutional and market aspects of agriculture with examples of successful research and development interventions
Demonstrated commitment to mentoring of staff, a safe workplace and protection of the environment
Strong motivation and leadership skills to bring out the best from both individuals and teams
Ability to establish, nurture and oversee multi-cultural, gender-sensitive multidisciplinary research teams
Demonstrated expertise in written and oral communications and public awareness activities
Demonstrated championing the critical areas of gender, youth, nutrition, knowledge sharing and innovation
Demonstration of an entrepreneurial spirit with aptitude for innovation