The Organization

On behalf of the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI), the Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT is now seeking for a qualified candidate to serve as a Research Associate– Data Systems. Both ILRI and The Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT are CGIAR Research Centers.

ILRI works to improve food and nutritional security and reduce poverty in developing countries through research for efficient, safe, and sustainable use of livestock. It is the only one of 15 CGIAR research centers dedicated entirely to animal agriculture research for the developing world. Co-hosted by Kenya and Ethiopia, it has regional or country offices and projects in East, South and Southeast Asia as well as Central, East, Southern and West Africa

For further information on ILRI, consult the website at: http://www.ilri.org


About the position

The Research Associate – Data Systems will contribute to livestock production/productivity and genetic data management systems (collation, processing, and storage) and tools for use in the Tropical Dairy Genetic Gain (TDGG) Project Country Program.


The position will be based at Alliance/ILRI office in Uganda.

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to livestock genetic data management systems (collation, processing and storage) and tools for use in the TDGG project
  • Support, develop and provide training on existing tools and systems used for data capture, data extraction and reporting
  • Respond to 1st level support requests from internal and external stakeholders including assistance in analysis and interpretation of data extracts
  • Implement automations and process improvements to maximise efficiency and effectiveness of workflows and data pipelines
  • Implement and monitor Quality Assurance (QA) protocols and routines, including safe and remote back-up of database systems and tools
  • Participate in software development lifecycle processes to design, implement, test and deploy new data systems
  • Ensure the confidentiality and security of information collected and all relevant data management systems

Requirements

  • BA/BSc degree in Information Systems, Database Management, Computer Science or related discipline or equivalent experience
  • At least 2 years of operational experience working with relational database systems e.g., MySQL, MS SQL Server including SQL programming, database design, database management.
  • Experience of data visualization and reporting tools
  • Knowledge of the application of quality assurance standards and procedures.
  • Experience in software programming and product development
  • Knowledge and experience of Linux o/s
  • Experience and knowledge of cybersecurity and data protection best practices

·Experience in writing and maintaining Android applications (Highly desirable)


·Experience in writing and maintaining API endpoints (Highly desirable)


·Experience of data management for research projects, particularly biological and agricultural topics


·Experience of ODK/ONA or survey tools


·Use of Github or other version control system


·Excellent interpersonal communication and good personal organization skills


·Good communication ability in English, spoken and written

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·Proactive, taking personal responsibility for good outcomes and deliverables

  • Ability to work independently and within a team


Terms of employment

This position is a nationallyrecruited positionbased in Kampala, Uganda. The initial contract will be for 2 years subject to a probation period of 6 months and is renewable depending on performance and availability of resources.


This position is graded at BG06 level in 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://www.bioversityinternational.org/jobs/to get full details of the position and to submit their applications which should include letter of application, CV and names/contacts of at least three professional referees. Applications MUST include reference Research Associate- Data Systems- ILRI as the position applied for. Cover letter and CV should be saved as one document using the candidate’s last name, first name for ease of sorting. The Alliance collects and process personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws.


Applications closing date: 10th April 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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