About FLAR

The Latin American Fund for Irrigated Rice (FLAR, by its acronym in Spanish) generates and disseminates knowledge, technologies, and innovations through partnerships that contribute to the competitiveness and sustainability of rice. FLAR brings together various organizations linked to rice from 17 countries in the region, along with the Alliance of Bioversity International and the International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT) as its strategic partner.https://flar.org/. FLAR is governed by an Administrative Committee comprised of a principal representative and an alternate from each of country members.


The Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT is the legal representative and host’s of FLAR therefore, the Alliance has been mandated to carry out recruitment on behalf of FLAR for the position of Executive Director.


The Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT

The Alliance is part of CGIAR, a global research partnership for a food-secure future, dedicated to reducing poverty, enhancing food and nutrition security, and improving natural resources and ecosystem services.


About the position

The Executive Director of the Latin American Fund for Irrigated Rice (FLAR) will be responsible for the overall leadership, coordination, and strategic management of the Fund’s activities and projects, in alignment with the policies and guidance established by the FLAR Administrative and Technical Committees.


Key Responsibilities


  • Serve as the primary lead, and representative for all technical, strategic and administrative activities implemented under the Fund.
  • Provide overall leadership and direction in planning, organization, execution, supervision, and coordination of all projects and initiatives, driving high-impact results and ensuring full alignment with FLAR’s strategic vision, objectives, and governance framework.
  • Lead resource mobilization and fundraising efforts to expand FLAR's operational scope and secure long-term financial sustainability.
  • Lead in presenting comprehensive management and performance reports at each meeting of the Administrative Committee.
  • Participate in meetings of the Technical and Administrative Committees, with voice but without vote, contributing technical and managerial insights to guide decision-making processes.
  • Ensure timely communication with members of the Committees and Subcommittees by issuing official meeting notices, including the proposed agenda, background documentation, and logistical details, at least one month in advance.
  • Take the lead in communicating with the Fund’s partners to convene the General Assembly, sharing the proposed agenda and relevant documentation.  
  • Convene extraordinary meetings upon request of the Administrative or Technical Committees, or when circumstances so warrant.
  • Prepare, validate, and distribute the official minutes and records of all Committee meetings, ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and proper institutional archiving.


Requirements

Qualifications and requirements


  • PhD or Master’s degree in Agricultural Sciences, Agribusiness Management, Economics, Business Administration, International Development, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 10 years of progressive professional experience, including at least 5 years in senior management or executive roles within international, agricultural, or research-based organizations.
  • Proven track record in strategic planning, institutional leadership, project and financial management, and stakeholder engagement at regional or international levels.
  • Demonstrated experience in resource mobilization, partnership development, and the coordination of multi-country programs or funds.
  • Extensive experience engaging with senior government officials, private sector leaders, and intergovernmental bodies, particularly within the Latin American and Caribbean (LAC) region.
  • Knowledge of the rice sector and agricultural innovation systems in the LAC region is highly desirable and considered a strong advantage.
  • Strong strategic and analytical thinking, with the ability to translate institutional goals into clear, actionable plans.
  • Excellent leadership, negotiation, and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary and multicultural teams.
  • High ethical standards, strong integrity, and commitment to organizational values, accountability, and good governance.
  • Fluency in Spanish and English (oral and written) is required; working knowledge of Portuguese or French is an advantage.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, project management applications, and virtual collaboration platforms.
  • Familiarity with institutional performance reporting, monitoring and evaluation systems, and donor compliance frameworks.




Benefits


Terms of employment 

This is an internationally recruited position and will be based in Cali, Colombia. The initial contract will be for up to two (2) years, subject to a probation period of six (6) months and is renewable depending on the performance and availability of resources.


This position is graded at BG10 level on a scale of BG01 to BG14 (BG14 being the highest level according to the Alliance job classification framework policy). We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits including but not limited to insurance, retirement plan, staff training and development, paid time off and flexible working arrangements.


The Alliance Bioversity-CIAT is committed to fair, safe, and inclusive workplaces. We believe that diversity powers our innovation, contributes to our excellence, and is critical for our mission. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is a priority. We encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability statuses, sexual orientations, marital status, and gender identities. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.


Applications 

Applicants are invited to visit https://alliancebioversityciat.org/careers to get full details of the position and to submit their applications. Applications MUST include reference number RFP1000321 Executive Director - FLAR as the position applied for. 


Applications closing date: 13 February 2026

Please note that email applications will not be considered.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

We invite you to learn more about us at http://alliancebioversityciat.org




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