IITA Nigeria: Country Manager, Sustainable Tree Crop Program

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is recruiting for Country Manager, Sustainable Tree Crop Program.

COUNTRY MANAGER, SUSTAINABLE TREE CROPS PROGRAM (STCP)
Ref: DDG-R4D/STCP/CM/08/10

Background:
The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), a non-profit organization based in Africa, works in partnership with national agricultural agencies to increase food production in tropical Africa. IITA seeks a dynamic and enthusiastic team player to join its team in Yaounde, Cameroun as Country Manager (CM).

Position/ Responsibilities:
The Country Manager position will have increasing responsibility in the next phase of STCP. The specific responsibilities include action oriented research coordination, project/financial management and technical support, resource mobilization, new program development, administration and personnel management. The CM will lead a country office management team, supporting multiple and multi-sector research-for -development program.
 
Qualifications/Experience:

• Minimum qualification of a master's degree and will have studied agriculture, natural resource management, forestry or the social sciences. However, other study areas will be considered.
• At least 15 years working experience in a managerial position preferably in the humid tropical zone in Africa and in multi-cultural environments.
• The position demands strong leadership but the candidate must also be a team player. He/she therefore will need to demonstrate experience in leadership and/or management positions and possess excellent communication skills.
• Networking, ability to interact with government agencies, NGOs, and private sector at senior country levels are essential requirements.  
• Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary organization would be advantageous. The position demands good oral and written communication skills and fluency in English and French languages.

General Information:
Initial appointment is for 3 years. IITA offers a competitive remuneration package paid in US dollars. This is a regional position and is open to nationals and residents of Cameroun, Cote d'ivoire, Ghana, Liberia and Nigeria.

Application Deadline
17th September, 2010

Method of Application
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