POSITIONS ANNOUNCEMENT
The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) on behalf of WorldFish invites applications for Four positions: Project Manager, Senior Research Analyst and Research Analyst (2 positions)
Background:
WorldFish is an international nonprofit research and innovation institution that creates, advances, and translates aquaticHfoodBsystems science into scalable solutions. We envision an inclusive world of healthy, well-nourished people and a sustainable blue planet, now and in the future. Our mission is to end hunger and advance progress on the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals through science and innovation to transform food, land, and water systems with aquatic foods for healthier people and the planet.
For over 45-years, WorldFish’s data, evidence, and insights have shaped practices, policies, and investments to end hunger and advance sustainable development in low- and middle-income countries. We have a global presence across 20 countries in Asia, Africa, and the Pacific, with 460 staff of 30 nationalities deployed where the most significant sustainable development challenges can be addressed through holistic aquatic food systems solutions. Embedded in local, national, and international partnerships, our work sets agendas, builds capacities, and supports decision-making for climate action, food and nutrition security, sustainable fisheries and aquaculture, blue economy, One Health, and AgriTech, integrating gender, youth, and social inclusion.
A core element of the 2030 WorldFish Research and Innovation Strategy: Aquatic Foods for Healthy People and Planet is focused on building the resilience of aquatic food systems to shocks, which is critical during this time of climate, ecological and economic crisis.
WorldFish is part of CGIAR, the world’s largest agricultural research and innovation network. For more information, please visit https://www.worldfishcenter.org.
TWO POSITIONS – RESEARCH ANALYST (Digital Fisheries)
IITA-TZ-202A – WorldFish-006 -NRS- Zanzibar Ugunja
JOB SPECIFICATION About the Project
Animals, plants and microorganisms harvested and grown in water play a significant role in sustainably feeding and nourishing the world. Globally, 800 million people depend on small-scale fisheries and aquaculture for their livelihoods. But these vital aquatic food systems are hindered by the insecure livelihoods of those in related jobs, their low capacity to adapt to climate change, and the loss of marine nature.
The Asia-Africa BlueTech Superhighway project, supported through the UK’s Climate and Ocean Adaptation and Sustainable Transition (COAST) program under the umbrella of the Blue Planet Fund (BPF), will focus on enabling communities to adapt to and mitigate against climate change as well as responsibly and sustainably manage marine and coastal nature and resources resulting in improved food and nutritional security as well as employment and income opportunities. The project will be implemented in two phases over seven years, starting with Phase 1 in Bangladesh, Kenya, Mozambique, Nigeria, and Tanzania.
About the Position
WorldFish is looking for a Research Analyst to support activities of AABS Work Package 1- Digital Coast. The primary purpose of this position is to support the Work Package Lead and Scientist based in Zanzibar. The candidate will work in an interdisciplinary team of experts with diverse backgrounds, including data scientists, production systems, gender, climate change, scaling of innovations, science communication, and rural development.
Duty Station: The position will be based in Unguja, Zanzibar.
Education Qualification and Certification
A bachelor’s degree in science or economics field.
Skills, Experience and Knowledge (required to perform this job)
- Strong working knowledge of MS excel and word.
- Competency with digital smartphone/tablet applications.
- At least 3 years work experience.
- Strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work in multi-cultural, interdisciplinary teams as well as develop close and effective working relationships with a range of partners.
- Proven ability and willingness to carry out independent fieldwork in remote locations.
- Experience working in communities.
- Commitment to development objectives in Unguja/Pemba.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Swahili.
Desirable Skills/Experience (Nice-to-have to perform this job)
- Experience in fisheries science, agricultural science or other natural science research.
- Coding experience in R or Python.
- Quantitative skills and experience in data science, management, databases, and statistics.
- Project management experience.
- A valid driving license.
Key Responsibilities
- Support research operations, data collection, validation, and reporting on project sites around Zanzibar.
- Monitor and guide fisheries data collectors’ regular and timely collection and digital submission of fish landings and sales from remote sites; provide technical support and data validation.
- Update, deploy, and train local staff and partners in the use of digital data systems, data collection protocols, surveys, and basic data management.
- Be a point of contact for local community members, project partners, and interested stakeholders about project objectives and information.
- Facilitate community meetings and trainings related to project aspects in aquatic food systems.
- Prepare progress and fieldwork reports.
Additional
This position will be based in Unguja, Zanzibar, but with regular fieldwork travel (60%) to project sites around Zanzibar.
POSITION – SENIOR RESEARCH ANALYST (Aquatic Food Loss and Waste)
IITA-TZ-2024 – WorldFish-005 -NRS- DSM
JOB SPECIFICATION
Position Background (short summary of the job)
The Senior Research Analyst will play a key role in supporting the WP3 activities of the AABS project. Although the primary focus will be activities in Tanzania, there might be cases when some assignments in Kenya and Mozambique are conducted. This role is crucial for conducting targeted research, data analysis, and coordination efforts to implement climate-smart technologies and sustainable practices to reduce aquatic food loss and waste in small-scale fisheries in Tanzania. The position focuses on enhancing the sustainability of fisheries management by reducing loss and waste and improving post-harvest processes within the coastal regions.
Duty Station: The position will be based in Dar es Salam .
Education Qualification and Certification
- Required qualification is an MSc, with a minimum of five years of relevant experience in the sustainability of Aquatic Foods, such as in Postharvest Food Technology, Agricultural Engineering, Agribusiness, Fisheries, or the Food Industry.
- The qualification should specifically highlight a robust technical understanding and the integration of climate-smart practices and technologies within aquatic food value chains Skills, Experience and Knowledge (required to perform this job)
- Research and Data Analysis Expertise: Background in research and data analysis, with a preference for experience in fisheries, agricultural engineering, postharvest technology, or related areas. At least three to five years of experience as a post-harvest specialist in international organisations in developing regions, preferably in Africa.
- Project Coordination Experience: Experience in project coordination, particularly in an international or multicultural context.
- Knowledge of Sustainable Practices: In-depth understanding of sustainable practices and post-harvest climate-smart technologies in fisheries, agriculture, or related sectors
Desirable Skills/Experience (Nice-to-have to perform this job)
- Cross-Cultural Teamwork: Proven ability to work with diverse cross-cultural teams.
- Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using statistical analysis software and data visualisation tools.
- Communication Skills: Excellent communication capabilities, both written and oral, with fluency in English. Proficiency in additional languages relevant to the project locations (Swahili) is highly advantageous.
Key Responsibilities
- Research and Data Analysis: Conduct comprehensive research and analysis on aquatic food loss, waste, and processing technologies in the target countries-Synthesise data to inform project strategies and decision-making.
- Project Coordination and Support: Assist the WP3 lead in coordinating activities across Tanzania, ensuring alignment with project objectives and timely execution.
- Cross-Country Collaboration: Facilitate communication and collaboration between project teams in different countries, ensuring cohesive efforts and knowledge sharing.
- Reporting and Documentation: Prepare detailed reports, research papers, and presentations to document project progress and findings. Contribute to academic publications and policy briefs.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with project stakeholders, including local communities, NGOs, government bodies, and private sector partners, to gather insights and foster collaborative relationships.
- Innovative Solutions Development: Contribute to developing and testing innovative, sustainable solutions in fish processing and waste reduction.
Additional
This position is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic, international team working on a high-impact project. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in driving sustainable development and environmental conservation across Tanzania’s fisheries sectors. The role demands a blend of technical expertise and innovative thinking, ideal for someone passionate about making a tangible impact in sustainable fisheries management and food systems transformation.
POSITION – PROJECT MANAGER
IITA-TZ-2024 – WorldFish-004 -NRS- Zanzibar – Unguja
JOB SPECIFICATION
Position Background (short summary of the job)
The Project Manager for the Asia-Africa BlueTech Superhighway represents the AABS Project at the country level. This role provides leadership in the strategic development and management of the AABS portfolio in country, engagement with new and existing partners, fostering collaborations with national and local partners and serves as the WorldFish contact for the AABS project to the donor (FCDO and BPF).
In collaboration with the AABS Project Lead and the WorldFish country office, the Project Manager coordinates the AABS country operations. The incumbent will regularly engage with other WorldFish country leadership and Headquarter staff.
The Project Manager provides research contributions to the AABS country program in alignment with personal expertise and experience.
Duty Station: The position will be based in Unguja, Zanzibar.
Education Qualification and Certification
- A Master’s degree in a relevant discipline such as fisheries, aquaculture, aquatic resources management, international development, environmental science, or related fields, with a minimum of 7 years’ experience in leading research projects.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar qualification.
- Proficiency in English and Swahili.
Skills, Experience and Knowledge (required to perform this job)
Competencies:
- Effective stakeholder engagement and conflict management.
- People and team management, promoting diversity and inclusion and fostering staff wellbeing.
- Excellent communication skills for different audiences.
Physical Requirements:
- Regular travel within the country, broader region and globally as required.
- Regular office attendance, encouraging strong attendance across the wider team.
Desirable Skills/Experience (Nice-to-have to perform this job)
- Skills in program management, personnel management, and interdisciplinary team leadership.
- Track record of building partnerships with diverse stakeholders, including senior decision-makers and donor agencies.
- Understanding of marine and coastal resources and food system challenges in Tanzania.
Key Responsibilities
Country Project Management and Implementation:
- Lead the management of the AABS project in the country across all work packages, knowledge management and communications, actively contributing to work planning, budgeting, partner engagement and implementation, ensuring it aligns with FCDO’s Blue Planet Fund and COAST priorities.
- Ensure strong linkages between the country project and the overall global program, providing necessary data, reports, and inputs to ensure alignment, knowledge sharing and timely delivery.
- Oversee the delivery, monitoring, and reporting of the project in Tanzania and ensure that the country-level activities feed into the program outcome and MEL system.
- Support country-based scientist and sub-partners to ensure work is implemented in a coordinated way across technical areas.
- Efficiently manage resources, ensuring adequate human, financial, and material assets to ensure timely and quality project implementation.
- Take overall responsibility for the project management process, including implementation, budgeting, risk management, data management, and financial reporting.
Representation, Engagement
- Develop and manage relationships with the donor (FCDO), the government, and local stakeholders, effectively representing WorldFish’s interests.
- Stay informed about donor and government priorities, country plans and initiatives, and adjust accordingly to ensure alignment with AABS objectives.
- Coordinate WF’s engagement with other BPF and FCDO programs to ensure alignment and knowledge sharing.
- Represent AABS at national, and when required, regional and global forums on project management related issues.
- Collaborate with AABS staff and partners to align research projects with national priorities, BPF strategies and FCDO’s goals.
- Guide the dissemination and uptake of research findings through stakeholder engagement and through coordination with communication teams.
Budget Management
- Support development of the budget across technical areas, guiding budget inputs.
- Monitor the financial position of the country project and ensure alignment with the overall program budget.
General
- Undertake other tasks as appropriate, as discussed with the supervisor and WorldFish leadership.
General information:
The duration of the contract for all the four positions is two years renewable subject to performance and availability of funds. These are nationally recruited position and IITA offers a competitive remuneration package.
The application pack should include an application letter, copies of certificates, and a curriculum vitae which contains a telephone number, email address, and contact details of two referees. Applications should be sent by email to IITA-Tanzania@cgiar.org and addressed to:
The Country Representative, IITA-Tanzania,
Plot No. 25, Mwenge – Coca-Cola Road,
Mikocheni Industrial Area,
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Applicants are requested to include the reference number for the position (as indicated on the heading of the announcement) in the subject of their application letter, as well as in the subject of their email. Please note that any applications without the reference number indicated will be automatically disqualified.
Closing date for applications: Friday 24th May 2024. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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