The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) seeks to recruit a Technical Assistant III who will participate and assist in all forage regeneration and characterization field activities at the forage diversity project.

The International Livestock Research Institute (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. www.ilri.org.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Records monthly field observation and characterization data;

• Assists in management of field genebank and collection of data from field;

• Takes herbarium specimens;

• Monitors plants for pests and diseases and takes remedial action;

• Maintains plots weed free and labelled and collects seeds

• Assists in forage training activities;

• Assists in general implementation of research activities at the site;

• Other related duties as required by the supervisor.

Job Requirements

Education:

• High school completed Or Diploma from a recognized university/college in Plant Science or Horticulture or Crop Production

• Knowledge in relevant field and use of simple tools and equipment

Experience:

• High school completed plus certificate in relevant field and three years relevant experience in seed production, crop production, field experiment or genetic resources activities

• Diploma in relevant field with one year relevant experience in seed production, crop production, field experiment or genetic resources activities

• Experience on forage crops is an advantageous

Skills:

• Good understanding of forage agronomy and forage seed production

• Effective communication in English and interpersonal skills

• Rigorous approach to monitoring progress of tasks

• Ability to drive a motorbike will be an advantage

Duty Station:    Bishoftu/Debre Zeit, Ethiopia

Grade:  HG 09

Minimum Base Salary:  

• Birr 20,295 per month

Terms of appointment:  This is a National Staff (NS) position, initial appointment is for three years with the possibility of renewal, contingent upon individual performance and the availability of funding. The ILRI remuneration package for nationally recruited staff in Ethiopia includes a very competitive salary and benefits such as life and medical insurance, offshore pension plan, etc. The ILRI campus is set in a secure, attractive campus in Addis Ababa. Dining and sports facilities are located on site .

How to Apply

Applications: Applicants should provide a cover letter and curriculum vitae; names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience to be included in the curriculum vitae.

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The position and reference number: REF: TA/FFD/27/24 should be clearly indicated in the subject line of the cover letter. All applications to be submitted online on using THIS LINK on or before 24 October 2024.

We thank all applicants for their interest in working for ILRI. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

ILRI does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing or training).

Suitably qualified women are particularly encouraged to apply.

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