ICIPE Head - Environmental Health Theme Jobs in Kenya

ICIPE Head - Environmental Health Theme Jobs in Kenya


Title:

  • Head of Communications

    Location:

  • Duduville Campus, Nairobi

    Duration:

  • 2 years

    Preamble

    icipe wishes to recruit a suitable person to fill the position of HEAD OF COMMUNICATIONS in the Office of the Director General.

    The position is tenable in Nairobi, Kenya.

    The position will be offered for an initial contract of 2 years, renewable subject to continued project needs, funding for the position, and performance of the staff member.

    icipe—International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology—is a world-class research centre with a mission to alleviate poverty by ensuring food security, improving health, protecting the environment and building the capacity of researchers and communities across the developing world through the application of insect sciences.

    Employing close to 500 national and international staff, icipe is headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya with outposts in Ethiopia and on the shores of Lake Victoria in western Kenya.

    icipe has a proud reputation and history of
    delivering world-quality science that has made crucial contributions to African food and health policy, delivered development outcomes to rural communities, and has been at the forefront of building Africa’s biological
    research capacity.

    The Centre’s research activities span the African continent with partnerships linking research organisations, not only across Africa, but also the globe.

    In addition, 100–150 graduate students and a number of postdoctoral fellows contribute to icipe’s research portfolio annually.

    The position is tenable at the icipe Thomas Odhiambo Campus in Mbita, South Nyanza, and is available to commence immediately.

    The position will be offered for an initial contract of 3 years, renewable subject to continued project needs, funding for the position, and performance of the staff member.

    A competitive and generous compensation package that includes comprehensive health and life insurance cover (all payable in US Dollars) will be offered to the right candidate.

    Furthermore, the incumbent will receive paid
    annual vacation, return airfare for themselves and their dependents to their nominated home base each year, and duty-free privileges. If the successful candidate is appointed from outside Kenya, he or she will be offered
    support to relocate and settle in Mbita.

    Qualified candidates from Africa (and especially females) are invited to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.

    Living in Nairobi and Mbita, Kenya Nairobi is the capital and largest city of Kenya, with a population of over three million, and hosts all the urban and social amenities and offers a comfortable, convenient and pleasurable life.

    A wide variety of excellent international schools and well-equipped medical facilities are open 24/7 in Nairobi.

    The city is also accessible by various reputable international airline carriers.

    Nairobi has a thriving international research scene, hosting various CGIAR centres and several UN agencies.

    Although it is important to be conscious of security, Kenyans are warm and welcoming of visitors.

    icipe Thomas Odhiambo Campus (ITOC) is situated on the shores of Lake Victoria, with excellent housing facilities for staff and students.

    The Campus sits on 24.5 hectares of land, 40% of which consists of experimental
    fields and buildings with landscaped gardens.

    ITOC’s research structures include state-of-the-art laboratories and offices, as well as insect and animal rearing facilities. The Campus also hosts St. Jude’s Clinic, a kindergarten, primary school, and the Mbita Guest House.

    Overall purpose of the job

    The overall purpose of

    the job is to lead the Environmental Health Theme.

    Reporting to the Director of Research and Partnerships the successful applicant will be part of a multidisciplinary team providing leadership and research strategy to the Centre in collaboration with icipe’s other Themes and Units.

    It is expected that the successful candidate will maintain a portfolio of research that is aligned with icipe’s strategy and goals.

  • Vacancy Announcement
  • (Ref. No. Irs/253/092018)
  • (Re-advertisement)
  • Head, Environmental Health Theme

    Responsibilities

  • Work in collaboration with the icipe leadership team, including the Director General, Director of Research and Partnerships (DRP), as well as Heads of Themes and Units, to facilitate research and capacity building
    activities across the Centre.
  • Promote and establish collaborative linkages with national, regional, and international institutions in the
    relevant fields of the Theme.
  • Seek and secure external support for the activities of the Theme, including resources to develop and grow a personal research portfolio.
  • Manage and develop the staff of the Theme to create and foster a culture of science excellence, and ensure the Theme has the human resources required now and into the future.
  • Ensure the Theme meets its legal and reporting responsibilities to all stakeholders, including national licencing authorities and donors. Knowledge required for performing the job
  • Previous experience in research management and a proven track record in a relevant area of scientific research as demonstrated by publication record, and a history of securing external support for a portfolio of
    research.
  • Ability to create and foster an innovative work environment and to work within, and lead teams, to deliver on agreed goals.
  • Appropriate skills in research governance, including experience in the oversight of resource mobilisation and financial accountability.

    Requirements/Qualifications

  • PhD degree in a relative area involving entomology or environmental or agricultural sciences from a reputable university.
  • Excellent publication track record.
  • Ten (10) years experience gained at a senior level in either a research organisation or university.
  • Track record of writing successful proposals for large grants.
  • Proven record of managing large resources—both financial and human—in a research environment.
  • Experience in capacity building through supervision and mentorship of MSc and PhD students.
  • Excellent communication skills are mandatory.
  • Track record of exemplary leadership qualities is essential.

    Other desirable attributes

  • High degree of organisation, adaptability, and prioritisation.

    Reporting

  • This position reports to the Director of Research and Partnerships

    How to Apply

  • Applications will be accepted up to 2nd November 2018.
    Interested applicants should submit:
  • a confidential cover letter
  • detailed CV with names and addresses of 3 referees (including e-mail addresses, fax numbers),
  • a statement illustrating suitability against the listed
    qualifications/competencies/abilities, and skills.
  • Candidates are required to apply online
  • icipe is an equal opportunity employer. It fosters a multicultural work environment that values gender equity, teamwork, and respect for diversity.
  • For more information and job application details, see; ICIPE Head - Environmental Health Theme Jobs in Kenya

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