Food Systems Researcher -Temporary position

Nairobi

Organization: CIFOR - Center for International Forestry Research
Location: Nairobi
Grade: Mid level - Mid level
Occupational Groups:
- Nutrition
- Scientist and Researcher
- Food Security, Livestock and Livelihoods
Closing Date: Closed

Reference number: 202429
Job status: In-progress
Job category: Temporary Position
Duty station: Nairobi, Kenya
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CIFOR-ICRAF
The Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR) and World Agroforestry (ICRAF) envision a more equitable world where trees in all landscapes, from drylands to the humid tropics, enhance the environment and well-being for all. CIFOR and ICRAF are non-profit science institutions that build and apply evidence to today’s most pressing challenges, including energy insecurity and the climate and biodiversity crises. Over a combined total of 65 years, we have built vast knowledge on forests and trees outside of forests in agricultural landscapes (agroforestry). Using a multidisciplinary approach, we seek to improve lives and to protect and restore ecosystems. Our work focuses on innovative research, partnering for impact, and engaging with stakeholders on policies and practices to benefit people and the planet. Founded in 1993 and 1978, CIFOR and ICRAF are members of CGIAR, a global research partnership for a food secure future dedicated to reducing poverty, enhancing food and nutrition security, and improving natural resources.

CIFOR-ICRAF is looking for a

Food Systems Researcher -Temporary position

Overview

This position will deliver research on food systems including but not limited to, food production, consumption (diets), markets, drivers of food choice and community engagement. The purpose of this position to provide research support, from data management to co-ordination of project activities.

Duties and responsibilities

Contribute to research on food systems which will include the role of agricultural and wild biodiversity, and trees/ agroforestry/ forestry towards food and nutrition security. This will involve desk and primary research. Tasks would include providing inputs to research tools design, project coordination including overseeing field work, data management, data analysis, report writing.
Undertake project coordination and implementation of project interventions related to food and nutrition security.
Contribute to project technical reporting.
Contribute to concept notes and proposal development.
Contribute to the preparation of scientific publications.
Develop relevant communication materials (technical, and popular) related to findings of research, interventions etc.
Contribute to relevant knowledge forums, and meetings, as they arise.

Requirements

MSc in Food Systems, Agriculture, Food and Nutrition or closely related fields.
At least 4 years post-graduate experience engaging in research, coordinating project activities.
Experience in research in food systems including but not limited to, food production, consumption (diets), markets, and drivers of food choice.
Excellent Data management skills and experience – leading survey development, electronic programming, enumerator training, supervising data collection, monitoring data collected for quality, data cleaning and preparation, analysis, report writing.

Education, knowledge and experience

•MSc in Food Systems, Agriculture, Food and Nutrition or closely related fields.
•At least 4 years post-graduate experience engaging in research, coordinating project activities.
•Experience in research in food systems including but not limited to, food production, consumption (diets), markets, and drivers of food choice.
•Excellent Data management skills and experience – leading survey development, electronic programming, enumerator training, supervising data collection, monitoring data collected for quality, data cleaning and preparation, analysis, report writing.

Terms and conditions

•This is a Locally Recruited position. CIFOR-ICRAF offers competitive remuneration in local currency commensurate with skills and experience.
•This is a temporary hire for a period of six (6) months.
•The duty station will be in Nairobi, CIFOR-ICRAF Offices.