About the job

• -Support the seed system specialists and other scientists in engaging seed producers in developing sustainable seed networks and markets, collation of certified seed production
• -Assist in developing and improving capacity of seed sector partners through training and other related capacity building initiatives where necessary.
• -Provide technical support to NGOs private seed companies in the production of pre-basic and basic seed production.
• -Support establishment and monitor variety demonstrations/field days established in the respective countries
• Assist in organizing meetings, training, workshops.
• Provide support in organizing and conducting training and capacity building activities in the respective geolocations.
• Perform any other tasks and assignments related to the projects as requires by the supervisor

Requirements

• Education and Knowledge (3)
  • Bachelor’s degree in science. (For research) OR Technical, vocational, or professional qualification requiring 2 or more years’ study (for non-Science positions)
  • Thorough knowledge of the field of work or specialized equipment
  • Basic knowledge of administrative and/or operating protocols and procedures of research support function
• Work Experience (4)
  • 4 to 5 years - Requires good knowledge of theories, practices, and procedures within a discipline
• Thinking Challenge (3)
  • Ability to analyze data, situations, or problems, evaluate possible courses of action and choose
  • Take reasoned decisions, usually based on policy, established process, precedents, or common sense
  • Identifying options based on research and consideration of their consequences
  • Provides inputs into decision making on complex problems
• Interpersonal Skills (3)
  • Frequent contact with people other than immediate colleagues, but mostly within CIMMYT
  • Ability to communicate and relate effectively with others is very important
  • Purpose is often to provide or seek services, share information, and secure the cooperation and commitment of individuals or small groups or project teams
• English Language (4)
  • Communicate effectively with colleagues and external contacts on routine work-related matters
  • Read and respond appropriately to correspondence, orally and in writing
  • Ability to prepare regularly used documents and reports without assistance
• Other Language (4) Local Language: English
  • Read and respond appropriately to correspondence, orally and in writing
  • Ability to prepare regularly used documents and reports without assistance
• Information Technology (3)
  • Sufficient competency to use the standard Windows-based software for word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, and email used at CIMMYT with occasional assistance
  • Ability to effectively use corporate systems and other specialized applications. (User)
• Autonomy (1)
  • Decisions are made within an established framework from a limited range of options
  • Unforeseen problems are discussed with the supervisor before any work is done
• Impact (1)
  • Contributes to the common goal by providing others with support, services, or information
  • Provides services or information, the quality and timeliness of which are important to enable the delivery of other functions, units, or individuals
• Resources Managed (1)
  • Manages own time and outputs; priorities are set by the supervisor
  • Does not supervise any other staff member
  • Control over other resources is not a significant element of the job, only custody of assets such as car, laptop