Research Assistant

Bogor

Organization: ICRAF - The World Agroforestry Centre
Location: Bogor
Grade: Level not specified - Level not specified
Occupational Groups:
- Administrative support
- Scientist and Researcher
Closing Date: Closed

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 Research Assistant

Overview

To provide assistance for research implementation and management, especially related to the sustainable trade and jurisdictional approach for oil palm development, also community-based mangrove restoration.

Duties and responsibilities

Assisting research implementation.

Contribute to protocol development and implementation of data collection (primary and secondary),
Managing collected data,
Assisting data analysis as required in research protocol,
Organizing and facilitating in-person or remote workshops, FGDs, field visits, and fieldwork as well as events related to the project.
Contributing to the content of research reports and scientific publications.

Assisting project management.

Handling in administration matters related to research implementation e.g. travel, event, and research expenses management and reporting, drafting and checking the content of letter for research.
Assisting in organizing and preparing content for communication products related to project activities.
Assisting in stakeholder relations related to research implementation e.g. project partners, resource persons, vendors etc.

Other Responsibilities

Contribute to supporting activities within research team e.g. data collection for proposal development, etc.

Education, knowledge and experience

• Familiar with forestry, agricultural, or natural resource management context and issue in Indonesia, especially related to oil palm.

• Experienced in conducting primary and secondary data collection activities

• Experienced with research implementation.

• Good command in written and oral English.

• Experience in general data analysis methods

• Good command in Microsoft Office application, especially Ms.Excel for developing database of data collection results.

Personal attributes and competencies

• Willing to travel to the project site for conducting research activities.

• Good interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with people in a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural environment and be able to adapt with new normal conditions.

• Good personal organizational and priority setting skills, with the ability to work effectively under time pressure and manage multiple priorities.

• Capable of working independently as well as being an effective team player, with initiative and creativity.

Terms and conditions

• This is a local position. CIFOR-ICRAF offers competitive remuneration in local currency commensurate with skills and experience.

• The initial appointment will be for 1 (one) year, inclusive of a three-month probationary period, with the possibility of extension contingent upon performance, continued relevance of the position and available resources.

• The duty station will be in Bogor, Indonesia.
CIFOR-ICRAF promotes Gender Diversity – Applications from women professionals are encouraged.
CIFOR-ICRAF is an equal opportunity employer. It fosters a multicultural work environment that values gender equality, teamwork, and respect for diversity.